Worcestershire vs Leicestershire Prediction: Who Will Win 60th ODI Match on 24th August 2025?
The Worcestershire vs Leicestershire prediction for the 60th ODI of the England One-Day Cup 2025 promises a thrilling battle as both teams aim to strengthen their position in Group A. The match is set to take place on Sunday, 24th August 2025 at Grace Road, Leicester. While Worcestershire comes into this clash with solid momentum after defeating Glamorgan, Leicestershire are seeking redemption after a tied contest against Derbyshire. With both sides boasting in-form players like Rob Jones, Rishi Patel, and Jake Libby, fans can expect a high-voltage contest. Cricketwebs provides 100% accurate match prediction tips, fantasy insights, and toss analysis for every match.
Worcestershire vs Leicestershire 60th ODI 2025 – Match Details
| Match | WOR vs LEI, 60th ODI |
|---|---|
| Date | Sunday, August 24th, 2025 |
| Time | 3:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Grace Road, Leicester |
| Live Streaming | Fancode & YouTube |
Team Previews
Leicestershire Preview
Leicestershire have struggled this season with two wins, three losses, and one tie, leaving them in the lower half of the Group A table. Captain Peter Handscomb will be banking on his batters to finally click as a unit.
Rishi Patel’s sublime 94 against Derbyshire showed his consistency at the top, while Lewis Hill’s fluent 93 proved crucial in holding the innings together. Handscomb and wicketkeeper Ben Cox also contributed vital runs. Their batting looks reliable, but consistency remains an issue.
On the bowling front, Alex Green has been outstanding, picking up 5/64 in the last match. Alongside him, Tom Scriven, Liam Trevaskis, Ian Holland, and Ben Mike form a capable bowling unit, though they need to strike early to prevent Worcestershire’s strong batting lineup from running away with the game.
Predicted XI (LEI): Peter Handscomb (c), Ben Cox (wk), Rishi Patel, Soloman Budinger, Lewis Hill, Shan Masood, Ian Holland, Liam Trevaskis, Ben Mike, Tom Scriven, Alex Green
Worcestershire Preview
Worcestershire are high on confidence after their clinical win against Glamorgan. They sit in the top half of the table and are eyeing another crucial victory.
Rob Jones has been in sensational touch, smashing an unbeaten 110 in the last match. Skipper Jake Libby continues his fine form with a fluent 77, while Kashif Ali, Brett D’Oliveira, and Ethan Brooks add depth to the batting order.
In bowling, Ben Allison and D’Oliveira picked up two wickets each in their last outing, while Tom Taylor and Khurram Shahzad bring balance to the attack. With batting firepower and bowling variety, Worcestershire look like the stronger side on paper.
Predicted XI (WOR): Jake Libby (c), Kashif Ali, Ethan Brooks, Daniel Lategan, Brett D’Oliveira, Rob Jones, Henry Cullen (wk), Matthew Waite, Tom Taylor, Ben Allison, Khurram Shahzad
Fantasy Team XI – WOR vs LEI
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Rishi Patel | Batter |
| Lewis Hill | Batter |
| Jake Libby (C) | Batter |
| Rob Jones (VC) | Batter |
| Shan Masood | Batter |
| Brett D’Oliveira | All-Rounder |
| Ben Mike | All-Rounder |
| Alex Green | Bowler |
| Ben Allison | Bowler |
| Tom Taylor | Bowler |
| Ben Cox | Wicket-Keeper |
Captain Choices: Jake Libby, Rob Jones
Vice-Captain Choices: Rob Jones, Rishi Patel
Players to Avoid: Soloman Budinger (inconsistent), Ethan Brooks (low fantasy impact)
Explanation: Jake Libby’s consistency and Rob Jones’ recent ton make them the best fantasy multipliers. Rishi Patel is a reliable pick, while bowlers like Green and Allison provide wicket-taking value.
Favorite Team in Today’s Match
Worcestershire enter this clash as favorites because of their superior form and balanced squad. Their batting looks more dependable, with Rob Jones and Jake Libby in peak touch. Their bowling unit has been consistent in delivering breakthroughs, while Leicestershire have struggled with middle-order collapses and inconsistent bowling support beyond Alex Green. Worcestershire also lead the recent head-to-head record 3-2, which boosts their confidence. Unless Leicestershire produce a collective batting effort, Worcestershire are more likely to dominate this contest.
Pitch Report – Grace Road, Leicester
The surface at Grace Road offers good bounce for pacers early on but becomes batting-friendly as the match progresses. Spinners may get some assistance in the middle overs. A score of 250–270 will be competitive.
Weather Report
The forecast for Sunday is partly cloudy with minimal chances of rain. Temperatures will hover around 23°C, providing good playing conditions.
Toss Prediction
The team winning the toss is expected to bowl first, considering the conditions at Grace Road.
Score Prediction
- If Worcestershire bat first: 270+
- If Leicestershire bat first: 240+
Match Prediction
Winner: Worcestershire to win the 60th ODI
Worcestershire’s depth in batting and balanced bowling attack make them favorites to secure another victory and strengthen their top-table standing.
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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