Who Will Win Derbyshire vs Lancashire 68th T20 Blast 2025 Prediction – 20th June
The North Group match between Derbyshire and Lancashire promises to be a key encounter in the T20 Blast 2025. As the tournament enters its crucial final phase, both teams are pushing hard for momentum. According to the Derbyshire vs Lancashire prediction, Derbyshire enter the contest with renewed confidence after two successive wins, while Lancashire are aiming to continue their momentum following a convincing victory in their last outing. This 68th match of the T20 Blast 2025 will be played at County Cricket Ground, UK, on Friday, 20th June 2025. Cricketwebs provides 100% accurate match prediction tips for every cricket match.
Both sides have a mix of experience and youth. While Derbyshire are relying on their batting depth, Lancashire’s strength lies in their elite bowling attack led by veterans like James Anderson. Expect a tight contest between bat and ball as both sides eye vital points.
Match Details
| Match | Derbyshire vs Lancashire – 68th T20 Blast 2025 |
|---|---|
| Date | Friday, 20th June 2025 |
| Time | 11:00 PM IST |
| Venue | County Cricket Ground, United Kingdom |
| Broadcast | Fancode |
Team Previews
Derbyshire Preview
Derbyshire have turned things around after a poor start. With 2 wins on the trot, they have injected life into their campaign. In their last game, they successfully chased down 197 runs, finishing at 197/3. The innings was built around Aneurin Donald’s explosive 60 off 25 balls, and Samit Patel’s composed 52. With Caleb Jewell and Wayne Madsen also contributing, their batting looks strong.
On the bowling side, despite giving up 196 runs, Patrick Brown (3/51) and Samit Patel (2/31) ensured regular breakthroughs. Allah Ghazanfar bowled economically, conceding just 28 runs in his spell, which was impressive considering the match scenario.
Derbyshire’s late resurgence has been inspired by better team balance and improved execution in pressure situations.
Lancashire Preview
Lancashire bounced back with a comprehensive win in their last game, chasing down 146 in just 17.2 overs. Keaton Jennings (42), Liam Livingstone (41), and Matthew Hurst (28) played key roles in the run chase. The team will be encouraged by this strong batting display.
With the ball, Lancashire dominated. James Anderson and Luke Wood picked up 3 wickets each, while Thomas Aspinwall contributed with a couple of scalps. The bowling attack looked disciplined and threatening, keeping the pressure on throughout.
Lancashire, however, will need more consistency from their middle-order and must avoid collapses under pressure if they want to stay in playoff contention.
Probable Playing XI
Derbyshire: Aneurin Donald, Caleb Jewell, Samit Patel, Wayne Madsen, Ross Whiteley, Martin Anderson, Brooke Guest, FH Prentice, Patrick Brown, Allah Ghazanfar, Ben Aitchison
Lancashire: Luke Wells, Mathew Hurst, Kaeton Jennings, Michael Jones, Liam Livingstone, Chris Green, Ashton Turner, James Anderson, Luke Wood, Thomas Aspinwall, Blatherwick
Fantasy Team XI
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Samit Patel (C) | All-rounder |
| Liam Livingstone | All-rounder |
| Keaton Jennings | Batter |
| Aneurin Donald | Batter |
| Wayne Madsen | Batter |
| Chris Green | All-rounder |
| Brooke Guest | Wicketkeeper |
| James Anderson (VC) | Bowler |
| Patrick Brown | Bowler |
| Luke Wood | Bowler |
| Allah Ghazanfar | Bowler |
Captain Pick: Samit Patel
Vice-Captain Pick: James Anderson
Players to Avoid:
- Michael Jones – Lacking form and stability
- Blatherwick – Expensive bowler under pressure
Favourite Team in Today’s Match
Derbyshire appear to be the stronger team in this encounter due to their recent form turnaround and more settled playing XI. After five early losses, they have found a winning formula with their top order firing and bowlers taking timely wickets. The impact of Samit Patel with both bat and ball has been crucial, while the explosive stroke play of Aneurin Donald has made chasing targets more manageable. Their bowlers, particularly Patrick Brown and Ghazanfar, have done well under pressure. On the other hand, while Lancashire have elite players like Livingstone and Anderson, their performances have been patchy and reliant on individual brilliance. If Derbyshire continue with their recent momentum, they’re likely to outplay Lancashire again, especially on a pitch that supports their attacking style.
Derbyshire T20 Stats
- Matches Played: 259
- Wins: 90
- Losses: 141
- No Result: 25
- Ties: 3
Lancashire T20 Stats
- Matches Played: 286
- Wins: 150
- Losses: 98
- No Result: 31
- Ties: 7
Head-to-Head Stats
| Matches | Derbyshire Won | Lancashire Won | No Result | Tie |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43 | 13 | 25 | 4 | 1 |
Lancashire lead comfortably in head-to-head stats, but current form favors Derbyshire.
Pitch Report – County Cricket Ground
- A good batting surface
- A little help for pacers early
- Average 1st innings score: 155-165
- Second innings becomes easier under lights
Weather Report
- Temperature: 16–19°C
- Partly cloudy
- Minimal chance of rain interruption
Score Prediction
- If Derbyshire Bat First: 145+
- If Lancashire Bat First: 134+
Toss Prediction
Toss Winner: Lancashire
Decision: Bowl First
Match Prediction
Winner: Derbyshire Will 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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