Who Will Win Surrey vs Gloucestershire 93rd T20 Blast 2025 Prediction – 9th July

The Surrey vs Gloucestershire prediction for the 93rd match of the Vitality T20 Blast 2025 is here, and this fixture is set to be a cracking South Group encounter. Gloucestershire come into the match with four consecutive wins and a revived campaign after a slow start, while Surrey, sitting near the top of the table, aim to bounce back after a rare loss to Essex. With both teams boasting strong bowling lineups and dangerous top orders, the stage is set for a gripping clash at the County Ground, Bristol on Wednesday, 9th July 2025.

Match Details

Team Previews

Surrey Preview

Surrey’s campaign in the 2025 Vitality Blast has been dominant, with a top-order powered by Will Jacks and Jason Roy, and a bowling attack that includes Mitchell Santner, Reece Topley, and Chris Jordan. Currently ranked second in the South Group, Surrey have six wins from nine matches and a healthy NRR.

In their previous matches, Surrey dismantled Sussex and Hampshire but suffered a shock loss to Essex in their last game, where they failed to chase 168 despite a strong start. However, they are still one of the tournament favorites due to their overall consistency.

The key strength lies in their all-round balance:

• Will Jacks is the leading run-scorer with 207 runs at a strike rate of 175.
• Mitchell Santner has been sensational with 14 wickets in just 7 games, taking crucial middle-over wickets.
• Reece Topley has been among the wickets in the powerplay, and Sam Curran continues to play the finisher’s role with both bat and ball.

Surrey’s only concern is a slightly over-dependent top order. If Roy and Jacks fail, the middle order has yet to step up consistently. However, with match-winners across departments, they remain a formidable unit.

Gloucestershire Preview

Gloucestershire have staged a remarkable comeback after losing five of their first six matches. With four back-to-back wins, they’ve surged up the table and now sit fifth with an outside chance of making the knockouts.

This turnaround has been driven by their bowlers:

• Josh Shaw, with 10 wickets in just 4 matches at an average of 12.60
• David Payne, the team’s top wicket-taker with 13 scalps at an economy of 6.22
• D’Arcy Short, who leads their run-scoring chart with 274 runs at an average of 30.44

In their last match, they defended a modest 158 against Kent, thanks to Shaw and Payne delivering under pressure. Gloucestershire’s spinners and medium pacers have used the Bristol pitch well, extracting grip and bounce.

Their batting, however, remains an area of concern. Outside of Short and captain Jack Taylor, the middle order has failed to consistently contribute. Against an attack like Surrey’s, they’ll need someone to play a defining innings.

If Gloucestershire can continue their bowling form and contain Surrey’s top order early, they have every chance to pull off another upset.

Probable Playing XIs

Surrey XI:
Will Jacks, Jason Roy, Sam Curran (c), Laurie Evans (wk), Tom Curran, Jamie Overton, Chris Jordan, Mitchell Santner, Reece Topley, Daniel Worrall, Adam Zampa

Gloucestershire XI:
Miles Hammond, D’Arcy Short, Cameron Bancroft (wk), Jack Taylor (c), Ben Charlesworth, Graeme van Buuren, Oliver Price, David Payne, Josh Shaw, Matt Taylor, Zaman Akhter

Fantasy Team XI

Captain: D’Arcy Short
Vice-Captain: Mitchell Santner

Players to Avoid: Ben Charlesworth, Oliver Price (lack of recent impact)

Favourite Team – Surrey (Why?)

Surrey hold the edge in this contest due to:

• Their superior head-to-head record (3 wins in last 5)
• A well-balanced team with stars in every department
• Greater experience under pressure and depth in both batting and bowling

Even though Gloucestershire are in form, Surrey’s ability to win games from tight situations and the presence of multiple match-winners give them the upper hand.

Pitch Report – County Ground, Bristol

• Nature: Batting-friendly with good pace
• Average 1st Innings Score: 176 (2025 season)
• Bowler’s Note: Slight edge to fast bowlers in the powerplay; even contest

Weather Report – Bristol

• Conditions: Partly cloudy
• Temperature: 18–21°C
• Rain Chances: Minimal (<10%)
• Humidity: Moderate, around 60%

Score Prediction

• If Surrey Bat First: 178–190
• If Gloucestershire Bat First: 151–165

Toss Prediction

• Toss Winner: Gloucestershire
• Decision: Bowl First

Match Prediction

• Winner: Surrey Will Win

Surrey’s consistent top-order batting, dangerous pace-spin combo, and better track record under pressure give them the edge over Gloucestershire, who despite good recent form, lack depth in batting to challenge Surrey over 20 overs.

Also, once the toss takes place, we might modify the Today Match Prediction as per the playing XIs. Please check this blog after the toss for the updated Prediction.

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