Who Will Win Northamptonshire vs Nottinghamshire 64th T20 Blast 2025 Prediction – 20th June
The Northamptonshire vs Nottinghamshire prediction ahead of the 64th T20 Blast match promises an exciting contest between two contrasting sides in terms of recent form. The match is scheduled to be played on Friday, 20th June 2025 at County Ground, Northampton. Northants Steelbacks, who saw their 6-match winning streak halted by Durham, will look to bounce back strongly. Nottinghamshire, meanwhile, are struggling with form and consistency, having won only one of their last five games. While Northants’ bowling has been in red-hot form, Notts Outlaws are desperate to revive their campaign before it’s too late.
Match Details
| Match | Northamptonshire vs Nottinghamshire – 64th T20 Blast 2025 |
|---|---|
| Date | Friday, 20th June 2025 |
| Time | 11:00 PM IST |
| Venue | County Ground, Northampton |
| Broadcast | Fancode |
Team Previews
Northamptonshire Preview
Northants Steelbacks are having a stellar season. Despite a minor hiccup in their last game, they are well placed in the points table. Captain David Willey is leading from the front, providing both stability and aggression. His economical bowling figures (1/17 in 4 overs) highlight the control he brings to the attack.
Matthew Breetzke and Ricardo Vasconcelos have been giving consistent starts, and Justin Broad has stepped up as an effective all-rounder. With Ravi Bopara and Saif Zaib in the middle, Northants have experience and explosive hitting potential.
Their bowling has been particularly impressive. Ben Sanderson and George Scrimshaw are their strike bowlers, often picking early wickets. Luke Procter and Justin Broad offer support in the middle overs.
The team is a complete unit, and if the top order fires, they’ll dominate a fragile Nottinghamshire bowling line-up.
Nottinghamshire Preview
Notts Outlaws have been underwhelming this season. Their biggest issue lies in their inconsistent batting. Joe Clarke has been the lone consistent performer at the top. Lyndon James has had a few starts but lacks acceleration.
The middle order—Jack Haynes, Freddie McCann, and Tom Moores—hasn’t delivered collectively. Although Moores’ 74* off 33 balls in one game showed his potential, such performances have been rare.
Daniel Sams, a reliable all-rounder, is key to both departments. His explosive hitting down the order and wicket-taking ability make him a game-changer. Dillon Pennington and Liam Patterson-White offer some control with the ball, but they’ve lacked penetration.
For Notts to win, their top order must click and the bowlers must strike early to unsettle a confident Northants side.
Probable Playing XIs
Northamptonshire XI:
Matthew Breetzke, Ricardo Vasconcelos, David Willey (C), Saif Zaib, Justin Broad, Ravi Bopara, Lewis McManus (wk), Luke Procter, Ben Sanderson, George Scrimshaw, Lloyd Pope
Nottinghamshire XI:
Joe Clarke (C), Lyndon James, Jack Haynes, Freddie McCann, Tom Moores (wk), Daniel Sams, Matthew Montgomery, Calvin Harrison, Liam Patterson-White, Dillon Pennington, Farhan Ahmed
Fantasy Team XI – NOR vs NOT
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Joe Clarke | Batter |
| Matthew Breetzke | Batter |
| Ricardo Vasconcelos | Batter |
| Daniel Sams (C) | All-rounder |
| David Willey (VC) | All-rounder |
| Justin Broad | All-rounder |
| Ravi Bopara | All-rounder |
| George Scrimshaw | Bowler |
| Ben Sanderson | Bowler |
| Dillon Pennington | Bowler |
| Lewis McManus (wk) | Wicketkeeper |
Captain Pick: Daniel Sams – Can contribute in both departments
Vice-Captain Pick: David Willey – All-round value, especially with the new ball
Players to Avoid: Jack Haynes (poor form), Lyndon James (low strike rate)
Head-to-Head Record
| Matches | Northamptonshire Won | Nottinghamshire Won | Tied | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 3 | 9 | 2 | 2 |
Nottinghamshire have dominated this rivalry, winning 9 of the 16 encounters. Northamptonshire, however, will be hopeful of narrowing the gap, given their current form.
T20 Stats and History
Northamptonshire T20 Stats:
- Matches Played: 272
- Wins: 112
- Losses: 123
- Ties: 6
- No Results: 31
Nottinghamshire T20 Stats:
- Matches Played: 279
- Wins: 146
- Losses: 99
- Ties: 5
- No Results: 29
Pitch Report – County Ground, Northampton
- The pitch is generally balanced with assistance for fast bowlers early on.
- Batters can score big if they weather the early movement.
- Teams batting first have won 60% of the recent matches.
Weather Report – 20th June 2025
- Temperature: 21°C
- Conditions: Partly cloudy
- Rain Forecast: Low chance of showers
- Humidity: Moderate
- Wind: Gentle breeze
Favourite Team – Northamptonshire
Northants Steelbacks are in red-hot form. With a 6-match winning streak before the last loss, their consistency across departments stands out. Their top-order is firing, the middle order is experienced, and their bowlers are lethal with the new ball and at the death. In contrast, Notts Outlaws have struggled with batting cohesion and key players underperforming.
Score Prediction
- If Northamptonshire Bat First: 170+
- If Nottinghamshire Bat First: 143+
Toss Prediction
Toss Winner: Nottinghamshire
Decision: Bowl First
Match Prediction
Our Winner: Northamptonshire 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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