T20 Blast 2022: GLA vs ESS Match Prediction – Who will win the match between Glamorgan and Essex? Essex are coming off a victory in their previous match.
Glamorgan is set to face Essex in their upcoming T20 Blast 2022 match at the Sophia Gardens in Cardiff. With only one win in their previous three games, Glamorgan will be hoping to gain the upper hand in this game and regain their form. Glamorgan has won two of their last three meetings with Essex.
Essex, on the other hand, has won two of their three matches thus far and is coming off a victory over Hampshire. While Glamorgan is fifth in the South Group points table with two points, Essex is only one point ahead of them in fourth place with four points.
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Match Details GLA vs ESS
Match: Glamorgan vs Essex, South Group
Venue: Sophia Gardens, Cardiff
Date and Time: June 2, 2022; 11:30 PM IST
Live Streaming: 1Cric.com Free Live Streaming
Pitch Report
Essex hasn’t won a game at Sophia Gardens since 2016, so it could be difficult for them. However, because this is the first game at this venue, the pitch will be new to both teams. The average first-inning score at this venue is 138, while the average second-inning score is 137, indicating that the pitch will be soft.
Probable Playing XI:
Glamorgan
David Lloyd(c), Sam Northeast, Marnus Labuschagne, Kiran Carlson, Chris Cooke(w), Andrew Salter, Daniel Douthwaite, Michael Neser, James Weighell, Prem Sisodiya, Michael Hogan
Essex
William Buttleman, Adam Rossington(w), Michael-Kyle Pepper, Matthew Critchley, Paul Walter, Tom Westley, Daniel Sams, Simon Harmer(c), Aron Nijjar, Ben Allison, Samuel Cook
Probable Top Performers
Probable best batter of the match: Matthew Critchley
Matthew Critchley is in good form for Essex, having scored 123 runs in three games at an incredible average of 61.50 and a strike rate of 168.49. In the previous game against Middlesex, he scored an unbeaten 45*(24) to help his side win thanks to his brilliant partnership with Michael-Kyle Pepper.
Probable best bowler of the match: Michael Hogan
Michael Hogan has already taken nine wickets in three games and is the leading wicket-taker. No other bowler can compete with him. He picked up a five-wicket haul against Surrey, recording 5/18 during his spell, but his efforts were in vain as Glamorgan were defeated.
Today’s Match Prediction: Sussex to win the match.
Disclaimer: This prediction is based on the author’s understanding, analysis, and instinct. Consider the points raised and make your own decision when making your prediction.
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