T20 Blast 2022: ESS vs MID Match Prediction – Who will win today’s match between Essex and Middlesex?

Essex will be hosting Middlesex for the 71^st match of the T20 Blast 2022 at the County Ground in Chelmsford. The hosts have had a topsy-turvy ride in the past few games. In their previous three fixtures, they won a game, lost one and a match was abandoned without a ball being bowled due to rain. Placed on the third spot of the South Group points table, Essex will be facing Hampshire on June 9 before locking horns with Middlesex on June 10.

Middlesex, on the other hand, is placed sixth on the points table with three wins from six games, and as many defeats. After winning three games in a row, Middlesex lost three games straight, thereby falling down in the ranking. Before facing Essex on June 10, Middlesex will be contesting with Surrey on June 9, looking to get back to the winning form.

Match Details

Venue: County Ground, Chelmsford

Date and Time: June 10, 2022, 11:30 PM IST

Live Streaming: FanCode

Pitch Report

Chelmsford’s surface will provide equal assistance for both bowlers and batters. In the initial innings, the circumstances may not be ideal for the batters, thus the captain who wins the toss would opt to field first, limiting the opponents and chasing the total thereafter. Essex won their last game by seven wickets, which they played in this arena while chasing.

Probable Playing XIs:

Essex

William Buttleman, Adam Rossington (wk), Michael-Kyle Pepper, Matthew Critchley, Paul Walter, Daniel Sams, Tom Westley, Simon Harmer (c), Aron Nijjar, Ben Allison, Samuel Cook

Middlesex

Stephen Eskinazi (c), Max Holden, Joe Cracknell, Martin Andersson, Jack Davies, John Simpson (wk), Luke Hollman, Chris Green, Toby Roland-Jones, Thilan Walallawita, Jason Behrendorff

Probable Top Performers

Probable best batter of the match

Michael-Kyle Pepper:

Michael-Kyle Pepper led Essex to victories against Hampshire and Kent. His undefeated match-winning 75*(42) against Hampshire allowed his team to recover from a loss and come out on top, while his 29-ball 50 against Kent helped his side keep the asking rate under control. This time around, his striking ability would be something to keep an eye on.

Probable best bowler of the match

Simon Harmer:

Skipper Simon Harmer has been one of the standout bowlers of the team throughout this season. He has maintained his economy at a brilliant 5.72, which is the best among all the bowlers on his side. Though he has just six wickets from the five games, he has not given away many runs, and averages at 17.16. He would be the pick for the upcoming contest.

Today’s match prediction: Essex to win the match

Disclaimer: This prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.