Lancashire vs Sussex Prediction: Who Will Win 36th ODI Match on 15th August 2025?
Lancashire vs Sussex prediction for the 36th ODI match in the England Domestic One-Day Cup 2025 promises an intriguing contest as both teams aim to improve their standings. The match will be played on Friday, 15th August 2025, at The 1st Central County Ground, Hove. Lancashire, currently sitting in fourth place with six points, have been steady but will want to push for a top spot with a win. Sussex, placed seventh with just four points, desperately need momentum to stay in contention. Considering recent form and squad strength, Lancashire enter this fixture as slight favourites, though Sussex have enough match-winners to cause an upset.
Match Details
| Match | LAN vs SUS, 36th ODI |
|---|---|
| Date | Friday, August 15th, 2025 |
| Time | 3:30 PM IST |
| Venue | The 1st Central County Ground, Hove |
| Live Streaming | FanCode & YouTube |
Team Previews
Sussex Preview
Sussex’s campaign has been inconsistent, with only one win from their first three matches. The batting unit shows promise but lacks the ability to capitalise on starts. Oliver Carter has been a standout performer with 135 runs at an average of 45, scoring briskly and holding the innings together. Jack Carson and Fynn Hudson-Prentice have both crossed 120 runs in three matches, providing stability in the middle order. Danny Lamb, though promising, is yet to play a big innings.
Bowling remains an area of concern. Aristides Karvelas has been the most reliable, taking 5 wickets with an economy of 6.33. Hudson-Prentice and Lamb have chipped in with 9 wickets combined, but the lack of penetration from the rest of the attack has allowed opponents to build big totals. To beat Lancashire, Sussex will need early wickets and tighter death bowling.
Predicted XI: Tom Haines, Danial Ibrahim, Tom Clark, Fynn Hudson-Prentice, John Simpson (c & wk), Oliver Carter, Danny Lamb, Jack Carson, Archie Lenham, Aristides Karvelas, Henry Crocombe
Lancashire Preview
Lancashire have been more consistent, sitting in fourth place with one win, one loss, and one abandoned match. Their batting has been impressive, led by George Balderson’s superb form – 135 runs in two matches at 67.50, including two consecutive fifties. Marcus Harris has added 127 runs at 63.50, while Michael Jones has 116 runs, making the top order a major strength.
Bowling has been steady but not exceptional. Arav Shetty leads with 4 wickets at an economy of 4.31. Balderson and Luke Hands have taken 3 wickets each but will need to be more aggressive against Sussex’s batting order. A balanced performance with both bat and ball could see Lancashire secure another win.
Predicted XI: Michael Jones, George Bell (wk), Marcus Harris (c), Josh Bohannon, Harry Singh, Arav Shetty, George Balderson, Oliver William Sutton, Tom Bailey, Charlie Barnard, Luke Hands
Fantasy Team XI
| Player | Role | Captain/Vice-Captain Suggestion |
|---|---|---|
| Michael Jones | Batter | |
| George Bell | Batter/WK | |
| Marcus Harris (C) | Batter | Captain |
| Josh Bohannon | Batter | |
| George Balderson | All-rounder | Vice-Captain |
| Fynn Hudson-Prentice | All-rounder | |
| Danny Lamb | All-rounder | |
| Oliver Carter | Batter | |
| Arav Shetty | Bowler | |
| Aristides Karvelas | Bowler | |
| Tom Bailey | Bowler |
Captain Choices: Marcus Harris, George Balderson
Vice-Captain Choices: George Balderson, Oliver Carter
Players to Avoid: Archie Lenham, Harry Singh
Fantasy Insight: Focus on top-order batters from both sides and key all-rounders like Balderson and Hudson-Prentice. In bowling, Karvelas and Shetty offer wicket-taking potential.
Favourite Team Today
Lancashire start as favourites due to their superior batting form and slightly more reliable bowling attack. The top three of Jones, Harris, and Balderson have been consistent run-getters, while Shetty and Bailey can restrict opposition scoring. Sussex have talented individuals but are prone to collapses and have been unable to defend totals effectively. The venue conditions in Hove may assist Lancashire’s batters, and with recent form on their side, they are better placed to control the match’s tempo. If their bowlers can deliver early breakthroughs, Lancashire should be able to secure a comfortable victory.
Pitch Report
The 1st Central County Ground pitch in Hove usually favours batters early, with true bounce and fast outfield aiding stroke play. However, as the match progresses, spinners may come into play, especially in the middle overs. A score above 260 will be competitive.
Weather Report
The forecast for Friday is mostly sunny with mild temperatures around 23°C. Humidity will be moderate, and rain is not expected, ensuring a full match.
Toss Prediction
The toss winner is likely to bowl first, as chasing teams have enjoyed better success at Hove in recent matches.
Score Prediction
- If Lancashire bat first: 267+
- If Sussex bat first: 260+
Match Prediction
Winner: Lancashire 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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