Result
Middlesex
Hampshire
187/8 in 20.0
188/7 in 19.4
Hampshire won by 3 wickets
Hampshire won by 3 wickets
50%
Middlesex
50%
Hampshire
Hampshire To Win, 1.57
Hampshire has an explosive top order featuring Lynn and Vince
Multiple bowling options in form for Hampshire—Dawson, Howell, and Wood
Middlesex’s leaky bowling and inconsistent finishing under pressure make it difficult to back
Middlesex
Hampshire
Middlesex return to Lord’s after a spirited but unsuccessful chase against Gloucestershire in Bristol. Despite Stephen Eskinazi’s explosive 75 and steady contributions from Williamson and Higgins, they fell short by 9 runs. With just two wins from nine matches, Middlesex are running out of time to mount a serious challenge in the South Group. Hampshire, on the other hand, will take confidence from their high-scoring victory against Sussex, where they posted 196 and bowled their opponents out with more than three overs to spare.
The hosts have shown flashes of quality but lack consistency. Their bowling has struggled to contain totals—conceding over 200 in their last outing—and the middle order has lacked bite in pressure chases. Zafar Gohar’s 3-wicket haul was a rare bowling highlight, while Kane Williamson’s strike rate woes remain a concern.
Hampshire’s top order, led by Chris Lynn and James Vince, looks potent again. Vince's fluency and Lynn’s power at the top are complemented by a long batting line-up. With Liam Dawson, Howell, and Chris Wood contributing with the ball, Hampshire look more balanced and adaptable—particularly in pressure moments.
Middlesex will need their best performance of the season to topple a Hampshire side building momentum in the mid-table logjam.
Bet on Hampshire to win.
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