The Middlesex vs Essex prediction for the 32nd T20 Blast 2025 clash revolves around two struggling teams trying to find their rhythm in the tournament. Scheduled for Sunday, 8th June 2025, at the County Ground, Chelmsford, this fixture offers both teams a chance to regain confidence and break their winless streaks. While Middlesex have had a poor start with two losses and one rain-abandoned game, Essex have fared even worse with three consecutive defeats. With some experienced campaigners on both sides – including Kane Williamson, Mohammad Amir, and Simon Harmer – this match could be season-defining. Cricketwebs brings you today’s Middlesex vs Essex prediction, including detailed fantasy picks, playing XIs, and pitch/weather insights.
Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Middlesex vs Essex – 32nd T20 Blast 2025 |
| Date | Sunday, 8th June 2025 |
| Time | 6:30 PM IST |
| Venue | County Ground, Chelmsford |
| Live Streaming | FanCode |
Team Previews
Essex Eagles Preview
Essex are currently at the bottom of the South Group standings with three straight losses. Their most recent defeat came against Glamorgan, where they failed to defend their total and lost by 6 wickets.
Michael Pepper has been the standout performer, scoring 118 runs in three matches at a strike rate of 157.33, including two fifties. Unfortunately, the rest of the batting unit, including Dean Elgar and Matthew Critchley, has only managed sporadic contributions.
On the bowling front, Paul Walter has been their leading wicket-taker with 4 wickets, but his economy of 11+ RPO is a concern. Both Simon Harmer and Mohammad Amir are expected to turn things around, but their current form remains underwhelming.
Unless Essex fix their bowling woes and find more reliable batting partnerships, they might struggle to challenge Middlesex at home.
Middlesex Preview
Middlesex’s season hasn’t started as planned either. With two losses and one abandoned game, they find themselves in a must-win scenario to stay in contention.
Ryan Higgins has been their most impactful player so far with 65 runs at a strike rate of 232. Ben Geddes, with 58 runs in two innings, has also looked promising in the middle order.
The team’s big hopes, Stephen Eskinazi and Kane Williamson, haven’t fired yet, but their class suggests a breakthrough is due – possibly in this match.
The bowling unit looks better than Essex’s. Tom Helm has scalped 6 wickets in three games, and the spin duo of Zafar Gohar and Luke Hollman has been economical and wicket-taking, accounting for 7 wickets together.
If Middlesex’s top order clicks, they have the firepower to overpower Essex.
Probable Playing XIs
Essex:
Adam Rossington (wk), Michael-Kyle Pepper, Dean Elgar, Matthew Critchley, Paul Walter, Luc Benkenstein, Charlie Allison, Simon Harmer (c), Shane Snater, Mohammad Amir, Samuel Cook
Middlesex:
Stephen Eskinazi (c), Jack Davies (wk), Kane Williamson, Ben Geddes, Leus du Plooy, Ryan Higgins, Luke Hollman, Zafar Gohar, Tom Helm, Joshua Little, Joshua De Caires
Today’s Dream11/Fantasy Prediction for Middlesex vs Essex
| Role | Player |
|---|---|
| Wicketkeeper | Adam Rossington |
| Batters | Kane Williamson, Ben Geddes, Michael Pepper |
| All-rounders | Ryan Higgins (C), Paul Walter (VC), Matthew Critchley |
| Bowlers | Tom Helm, Zafar Gohar, Mohammad Amir, Luke Hollman |
Captain: Ryan Higgins
Vice-Captain: Paul Walter
Fantasy Analysis
- Ryan Higgins is in blistering form and contributes in both batting and bowling – ideal captain.
- Paul Walter is the only Essex bowler showing some wicket-taking form, making him a good VC pick.
- Players to Avoid:
- Charlie Allison – hasn’t contributed meaningfully with bat or ball.
- Jack Davies – inconsistent and likely to be pushed down the order.
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Middlesex hold a slight edge heading into this clash due to their stronger bowling unit and a more balanced middle order. While Essex rely heavily on Michael Pepper and Paul Walter, Middlesex have multiple players who can win games — from Tom Helm’s consistent breakthroughs to Ryan Higgins’ late-order explosiveness. With Essex still struggling for rhythm and their frontline bowlers leaking runs, Middlesex’s lineup looks more stable and capable of delivering under pressure. Expect the Steelbacks to dominate this encounter.
Head-to-Head Stats
| Matches Played | Middlesex Won | Essex Won | No Result | Tie |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 39 | 16 | 21 | 2 | 0 |
Essex have a narrow edge in head-to-heads, winning 21 out of 39 games. Middlesex, however, have won 3 of the last 5 meetings, making this contest evenly poised.
Pitch & Weather Report
- Pitch Report:
The Chelmsford surface traditionally supports batting early on, with a bit of assistance for spinners in the middle overs. A par score here is usually around 160+. - Weather Report:
Conditions are expected to be clear and pleasant with a temperature around 19–21°C. Rain is unlikely, which means a full 20-over contest is expected.
T20 Team Histories
Middlesex T20 History
- Matches Played: 267
- Wins: 86 | Losses: 162 | No Results: 16 | Ties: 3
Middlesex have struggled in T20 cricket historically, with a low win percentage. Their only bright campaign came in 2008 when they won the T20 Cup, but recent years have been lean.
Essex T20 History
- Matches Played: 276
- Wins: 130 | Losses: 119 | No Results: 24 | Ties: 3
Essex have been more competitive in the format, clinching the title in 2019. With a balanced squad and experience, they’re often contenders in the South Group.
Score Prediction
- If Middlesex Bat First: 158–165
- If Essex Bat First: 147–155
Toss Prediction
Toss Winner: Essex
Decision: Bowl First
Match Prediction
Winner: Middlesex 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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