Who Will Win Nottinghamshire vs Derbyshire 26th T20 Blast 2025 Prediction – 6th June
In this Nottinghamshire vs Derbyshire prediction, we assess the crucial 26th match of the T20 Blast 2025 scheduled for Friday, 6th June at the County Ground, Derby. Both teams are entering the match under contrasting momentum. Nottinghamshire Outlaws are fifth in the table, having registered a record chase against Birmingham Bears, while Derbyshire Falcons are yet to win a match and sit at the bottom. Despite Derbyshire having home advantage, Nottinghamshire’s explosive batting unit and dominance in recent H2H clashes make them favorites going into this fixture. That said, with players like Samit Patel and Caleb Jewell in form, Derbyshire will look to turn things around at home. Read below for a detailed breakdown including team previews, squads, fantasy team tips, and match predictions based on current form and past performances in this detailed Nottinghamshire vs Derbyshire prediction article.
Match Details
| Match | Nottinghamshire vs Derbyshire – 26th T20 Blast 2025 |
|---|---|
| Date | Friday, 6th June 2025 |
| Time | 11:00 PM IST |
| Venue | County Ground, Derby |
| Broadcast | Fancode |
Team Previews
Nottinghamshire Preview
Nottinghamshire Outlaws have had a high-octane start to their T20 Blast campaign, with one explosive win and one heavy defeat. Their opening game saw them chase down a mammoth 227 against Birmingham Bears, recording their highest-ever T20 chase. The batting was led by Jack Haynes (89)* and Joe Clarke (58), and the middle-order looked confident with Moises Henriques also in form.
In their second game, however, their bowling flaws were exposed as Lancashire piled up 217 runs. Notts could only manage 169 in reply. The major concern lies in their bowling – conceding over 200 in back-to-back matches. Jake Ball and Liam Patterson-White were expensive, and there is a need for better execution from death bowlers like Dillon Pennington.
The batting unit remains the strength. Clarke, Haynes, and Henriques are in form and capable of setting or chasing big totals. If the bowlers step up, especially Daniel Sams and Calvin Harrison, Notts could dominate proceedings and climb higher in the North Group standings.
Derbyshire Preview
Derbyshire Falcons are under pressure, winless after two tight but unsuccessful outings. They lost to Leicestershire and Northamptonshire, despite strong batting performances. The main issue has been their inability to defend or restrict the opposition with the ball.
In their first match, Martin Andersson starred with a quickfire 70*, helping Derbyshire post 170. However, the bowlers, including Logan van Beek and Ghazanfar, failed to defend the score. In the second match, despite Samit Patel’s unbeaten 83 and Caleb Jewell’s 71, they fell short by 6 runs chasing 195.
The top order looks solid with Jewell, Donald, and Lloyd giving quick starts. Samit Patel has been exceptional both with bat and leadership. However, Derbyshire’s bowling lineup lacks firepower. Zak Chappell and Ben Aitchison have been expensive, while AM Ghazanfar hasn’t been effective in middle overs.
For Derbyshire to bounce back, their bowlers must restrict runs early and build pressure in the middle overs. With the batting firing well, one solid bowling display could bring their first win of the season.
Probable Playing XIs
Nottinghamshire XI:
- Joe Clarke (c)
- Lyndon James
- Jack Haynes
- Moises Henriques
- Tom Moores (wk)
- Matthew Montgomery
- Daniel Sams
- Liam Patterson-White
- Calvin Harrison
- Conor McKerr
- Dillon Pennington
Derbyshire XI:
- Aneurin Donald (wk)
- Caleb Jewell
- David Lloyd
- Wayne Madsen
- Samit Patel (c)
- Ross Whiteley
- Martin Andersson
- Zak Chappell
- Ben Aitchison
- Patrick Brown
- AM Ghazanfar
Today’s Dream11/Fantasy Prediction for Nottinghamshire vs Derbyshire
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Joe Clarke (C) | Batter |
| Samit Patel (VC) | All-Rounder |
| Jack Haynes | Batter |
| Caleb Jewell | Batter |
| Moises Henriques | All-Rounder |
| Martin Andersson | Batter |
| Tom Moores | Wicketkeeper |
| Daniel Sams | All-Rounder |
| Zak Chappell | Bowler |
| Dillon Pennington | Bowler |
| Liam Patterson-White | Bowler |
Captain: Joe Clarke
Vice-Captain: Samit Patel
Players to Avoid
- Ross Whiteley – Poor recent form and low strike rate under pressure.
- Patrick Brown – Has lacked penetration in death overs.
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Favourite Team in Today Match: Nottinghamshire (Why?)
Nottinghamshire are the favorites based on recent form, depth in batting, and overall record. Their historic chase against Birmingham shows their explosive potential, with multiple players contributing at a high strike rate. Despite their bowling concerns, they have better all-round balance compared to Derbyshire, whose attack looks thin and ineffective. Head-to-head stats also overwhelmingly favor Notts, adding to their advantage. If they maintain discipline with the ball, Nottinghamshire should secure the win in Derby.
Nottinghamshire T20 History
Notts Outlaws are one of the most consistent sides in T20 Blast history, with 146 wins in 279 matches. They’ve clinched the title twice (2017, 2020) and are renowned for their explosive batting and deep bench strength.
Derbyshire T20 History
Derbyshire Falcons have had a turbulent T20 record, with 90 wins in 259 games. They reached the semi-finals once (2019) but have mostly struggled to maintain consistency, particularly in bowling and middle-order stability.
Head-to-Head Stats
| Total Matches | 42 |
|---|---|
| Nottinghamshire Wins | 29 |
| Derbyshire Wins | 8 |
| No Result | 4 |
| Tie | 1 |
Notts have dominated Derbyshire over the years, winning more than 70% of the encounters.
Pitch Report – County Ground, Derby
The surface is generally good for batting with even bounce, especially under lights. Seamers get movement early, but spinners come into play in the second innings. A score of 160+ is considered par here.
Weather Report
Clear skies expected with temperatures around 18–20°C. Humidity levels are moderate with no rain predicted during match hours.
Broadcast Details
- Live Streaming: Fancode
- Start Time: 11:00 PM IST
Score Prediction
- If Nottinghamshire Bat First: 157–165
- If Derbyshire Bat First: 144–152
Toss Prediction
Toss Winner: Derbyshire (opt to bowl first)
Match Prediction
Winner: Nottinghamshire 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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