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HAM vs ESS Win Probability
Toss Winner - Essex won the toss and choose to bowl first
Hampshire beat Essex by 106 runs
Hampshire and Essex faced each other twice last season, and each side managed to grab a win.
- Dewald Brevis, the explosive batter from South Africa, s Hampshire this season and brings fresh firepower to their lineup.
- Our Essex picks to watch in this game are Michael Pepper and Adam Rossington.
- In Southampton, a total in the 180–190 range should put the chasing side under real pressure.
We are backing Essex as the winners of this match.
| Tournament: | Vitality T20 Blast, 2025 |
| Format: | t20 |
| Venue: | The Rose Bowl, Southampton, United Kingdom, United Kingdom |
| Toss Prediction: | To Bowl |
| Weather: | 16.3°C|Partly Cloudy |
HAM vs ESS Match Prediction & Analysis
Hampshire take on Essex in Match 8 of the 2025 T20 Blast at Southampton. Both sides are coming off a tough run last season in the South Group, so they'll be hungry to kick things off on a better note this time. The matchup looks pretty solid on paper, so there’s a good chance we’re in for a close, entertaining game.
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RECENT PERFORMANCE
HAM
L L L W L
HAM
147/6 in 18.2 8.02
146/6 in 20.0 7.3
ESS
W W L L L
ESS
HEAD TO HEAD
Last 7 Matches
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447/9 in 119.4
CC_2023
Hampshire beat Essex by 3 wickets
267/7 in 58.1
115/5 in 11.3
VITALITY T20 BLAST 2023
Essex won by 5 wickets (with 3 balls remaining) (D/L method)
170/7 in 20.0
212/6 in 19.2
VITALITY T20 BLAST 2023
Hampshire won by 4 wickets
209/7 in 20.0
96/10 in 14.1
VITALITY T20 BLAST 2023
Hampshire won by 118 runs
214/8 in 20.0
TEAMS PREVIEW
Hampshire Preview
Hampshire had a tough run in the 2024 T20 Blast, managing just four wins from 14 matches and finishing seventh. They’ll be eager to turn that around this season, and starting with a win would go a long way in setting the tone.
To make that happen, the batters need to bring more to the table. Toby Albert will be in focus again after finishing among their top scorers last season. Another name to keep an eye on is captain Ben Brown, who’s been in decent form in the county championship.
They’ve added some fresh talent to the squad, too. Dewald Brevis, the exciting young South African batter, has ed the side and could give the lineup some real punch. He stood out in the IPL recently, scoring 225 runs in six matches for CSK, with a strike rate of 180 and an average of 37.50.
Also ing the squad is 19-year-old Lhuan-dre Pretorius, another promising player from South Africa.
With the ball, Hampshire will once again look to John Turner and James Fuller, both of whom led the wicket charts for the team last year. Brad Wheal and Liam Dawson add further depth to the bowling attack.
Hampshire Predicted Playing XI:
Ben Brown (c & wk), Ali Orr/ Fletcha Middleton, Tom Prest, Toby Albert, Dewald Brevis, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Brett Hampton, John Turner, James Fuller, Brad Wheal, Liam Dawson
Hampshire Actual Playing XI:
Dewald Brevis, Tom Prest, James Fuller, Liam Dawson, Toby Albert, John Turner, James Vince, Joe Weatherley, Benny Howell, Scott Currie, Chris Wood
Essex Preview
Essex put together a respectable season last year, coming away with seven wins and six losses from their 14 matches. With the 2024 core still intact, they look well-placed to push for a spot in the knockouts this time around.
Michael Pepper will once again be at the heart of their batting. He was among the most consistent performers last season, piling up 535 runs in 13 innings. His average of 44.58 and blistering strike rate of 194 made him one of the toughest batters to contain.
At the top, Essex have the seasoned Dean Elgar and Adam Rossington, both of whom delivered over 300 runs last season and gave the team strong starts more often than not.
Charlie Allison and Paul Walter are likely to be steadying influences in the middle order, known for their measured, tactical approach to building an innings.
In the bowling department, Paul Walter will again shoulder a lot of responsibility alongside Matt Critchley. The duo took a combined 31 wickets in the 2024 T20 Blast and will be central to Essex’s attack. Adding to that, they’ve got Mohammad Amir in the mix now. The experienced Pakistani left-armer knows how to get results in English conditions and could be a real difference-maker this season.
(Note: At this point, Essex's captain for the T20 Blast 2025 hasn't been officially announced).
Essex Predicted Playing XI:
Adam Rossington (wk), Dean Elgar, Michael Pepper, Charlie Allison, Paul Walter, Matt Critchley, Simon Harmer, Luc Benkenstein, Paul Walter, Matt Critchley, Mohammad Amir
Essex Actual Playing XI:
Luc Benkenstein, Paul Walter, Matt Critchley, Charlie Allison, Dean Elgar, Simon Harmer, Michael Pepper, Adam Rossington, Samuel Cook, Shane Snater, Mohammad Amir
PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS
Weather Conditions
The Rose Bowl in Southampton offers a true pitch with good carry for pacers early on and consistent bounce throughout. Batters can trust the surface once set, but timing is important due to its slightly larger boundaries. Spin can play a role as the game progresses. Dew often comes into play in night matches, making chasing a preferred option under lights. Expect a balanced contest between bat and ball.
The weather in Southampton is expected to be cloudy and pleasant, but there’s very little chance of rain, so we should get a full match.
HAM vs ESS Pitch Report
The average score batting first in the Rose Bowl in domestic T20s is 162. The highest total posted at the venue is Hampshire’s 221-3 versus Kent in the T20 Blast 2022. Aiming for something in the 180-190 range would give either side a decent shot at defending.
Toss: To Bowl
Chasing tends to work better in Southampton. In last year’s T20 Blast, teams batting second won four out of seven matches at this venue.
HAM vs ESS
Winning Prediction
The T20 Blast is a long haul, and a solid start can make a big difference. Hampshire and Essex both know the value of getting that first win on the board. In a format as unpredictable as T20, momentum can swing fast—just a few overs can change everything. That said, if you break down both lineups and weigh their strengths and gaps, Essex come across as the more rounded unit. Backing them to get the job done seems like the more reliable option.
We are backing Essex as the winners of this match.
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