T20 Blast 2022: DUR vs NOR Match Prediction – Who will win today’s match between Durham and Northamptonshire

Durham will take on Northamptonshire in their next group stage match of the 2022 T20 Blast. Both teams are coming into the contest after suffering a defeat in their respective previous games. While Durham had to suffer a loss at the hands of Yorkshire, Northamptonshire lost a close encounter against Lancashire by just two wickets and one ball remaining.

Talking about their standings in the North Group points table, Durham have won two out of five matches they have played so far and are placed seventh in the table. On the other hand, Northamptonshire have also won two encounters and are currently placed fourth in the points table. Both teams will want to win their next match as they are desperate for two vital points.

Match Details

Venue: Riverside Ground, Chester-le-Street

Date & Time: June 5, 7:00 PM IST

Live Streaming: FanCode

Pitch Report

The pitch at Chester-le-Street has witnessed a high-scoring first innings score of 186 in its only match of the tournament so far and the same is expected in the upcoming match as well. Skipper from both the teams will want to win the toss and bowl first. However, a score of 170+ can be a defendable total on the wicket.

Probable Playing XIs for DUR vs NOR

Durham

Graham Clark, Michael Jones, David Bedingham, Oliver Robinson (wk), Brydon Carse, Paul Coughlin, George Drissell, Ned Eckersley, Ben Raine, Liam Trevaskis (c), Andrew Tye

Northamptonshire

Ben Curran, Joshua Cobb (c), Rob Keogh, Saif Zaib, James Neesham, Lewis McManus (wk), Tom Taylor, Graeme White, Ben Sanderson, Alex Russell, Freddie Heldreich

Probable Top Performers

Probable best batter of the match

Joshua Cobb

Northamptonshire skipper Joshua Cobb will have to take the responsibility for his side to play a big knock. The right-handed batter was playing well for his 21 off 13 balls, but could not convert it into a big score in his previous outing. Cobb will want to rectify his mistakes from the previous match and try to hold up one end as other batters play around him.

Probable best bowler of the match

James Neesham

New Zealand allrounder James Neesham was bowling some excellent line and lengths during his previous outing and he reaped the rewards for it as he scalped a total of four wickets in 3.5 overs. The right-arm pacer was economical as well as he gave away only 26 runs.

Today’s match prediction: Chasing team 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.