Worcestershire vs Surrey Prediction: Who Will Win 65th ODI Match on 26th August 2025?
Worcestershire vs Surrey prediction for the 65th ODI in the England One-Day Cup 2025 promises to be a thrilling encounter with both teams eyeing a strong finish to their group stage campaigns. Set to be played on Tuesday, 26th August 2025 at New Road, Worcester, this clash has huge implications on the points table. Surrey must win comprehensively to stay alive in the top-four race as their poor net run rate of -2.002 is a big hurdle, while Worcestershire will look to consolidate their position in the top two. All three matches played at Worcester this season have been won by chasing sides, so the toss will play a key role. With Jake Libby and Kashif Ali in red-hot form for Worcestershire and Ollie Sykes holding Surrey’s batting together, this game could turn out to be a battle of top-order dominance. Let’s dive into the detailed Worcestershire vs Surrey prediction.
Today’s Worcestershire vs Surrey 65th ODI Match Detail
| Match | WOR vs SUR, 65th ODI |
|---|---|
| Date | Tuesday, August 26th, 2025 |
| Time | 3:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Worcestershire New Road, Worcester |
Worcestershire Preview
Worcestershire Rapids have enjoyed a strong campaign so far, winning five out of seven matches and sitting comfortably in second place. Captain Jake Libby has been sensational, scoring 372 runs at an average of 62 with one century and three fifties. He has provided the stability Worcestershire needed at the top. Kashif Ali has also chipped in with 279 runs, while Rob Jones and Ethan Brookes have been crucial in the middle order, adding resilience with their partnerships.
In the bowling department, Ben Allison has stood out with 15 wickets in five matches, supported by Matthew Waite and Ethan Brookes, who have a combined tally of 15 dismissals. Brett D’Oliveira’s spin has added variety, making their attack balanced. With form on their side, Worcestershire enter this match as favorites.
Probable Playing XI (Worcestershire):
Daniel Lategan, Brett D’Oliveira, Jake Libby (c), Kashif Ali, Rob Jones, Ethan Brookes, Henry Cullen (wk), Matthew Waite, Ben Allison, Jack Home, Ben Gibbon
Surrey Preview
Surrey are under pressure with just three wins in seven matches. They need not only a win but also a big margin victory to improve their negative NRR. Captain Ollie Sykes has led from the front with 302 runs, while opener Adam Thomas and wicketkeeper-batter Josh Blake have supported with 234 and 214 runs respectively.
Their bowling, however, hasn’t been as effective. James Taylor is their highest wicket-taker with 8 scalps, while Yousef Majid has been economical with 7 wickets. Aristides Karvelas and Ollie Sykes have chipped in, but the attack lacks penetration against strong batting units.
Probable Playing XI (Surrey):
Rory Burns, Adam Thomas, Nikhil Gorantla, Ben Foakes, Ollie Sykes (c), Josh Blake (wk), Ralphie Albert, James Taylor, Nathan Barnwell, Yousef Majid, Aristides Karvelas
Fantasy Team XI (WOR vs SUR)
| Role | Players |
|---|---|
| Batters | Jake Libby, Kashif Ali, Adam Thomas |
| All-Rounders | Brett D’Oliveira, Ethan Brookes, Ollie Sykes |
| Wicket-Keepers | Henry Cullen, Josh Blake |
| Bowlers | Ben Allison, Matthew Waite, James Taylor |
Captain Choices: Jake Libby, Ollie Sykes
Vice-Captain Choices: Kashif Ali, Brett D’Oliveira
Players to Avoid in Fantasy: Nikhil Gorantla (inconsistent runs), Nathan Barnwell (not impactful in last matches).
Pick Libby as captain for his consistency and form, while Sykes can be a smart captain/vice-captain pick given Surrey’s reliance on him. Kashif Ali is a dependable vice-captain option too. Avoid Gorantla and Barnwell as they haven’t made much fantasy impact.
Favourite Team in Today’s Match
Worcestershire are favorites in today’s match because of their consistency and depth in both batting and bowling departments. Jake Libby’s rich vein of form gives them a strong batting foundation, while Kashif Ali and Rob Jones strengthen the middle order. Their bowling unit, led by Ben Allison, has been far more effective than Surrey’s, making them a well-rounded side. Surrey’s poor net run rate and over-reliance on Ollie Sykes and Adam Thomas mean they lack the balance Worcestershire possesses. Playing at home and in good rhythm, Worcestershire have the upper hand in this crucial encounter.
Pitch Report
The New Road surface in Worcester has assisted batting, with teams successfully chasing totals. A score around 260-270 batting first should be competitive, but the chasing side has historically enjoyed more success here this season.
Weather Report
The weather in Worcester is expected to be partly cloudy with mild temperatures around 20-22°C. Chances of rain are minimal, so we should get a full game without interruptions.
Broadcast Details
- Live Streaming: FanCode & YouTube
Toss Prediction
The team winning the toss should opt to bowl first given the chasing advantage at this venue.
Score Prediction
- If Worcestershire Bat First: 259+
- If Surrey Bat First: 244+
Match Prediction
- Worcestershire winning chances: 60%
- Surrey winning chances: 40%
- Our Winner: 🏆 Worcestershire to win
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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