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GLA vs ESS Match Analysis

The upcoming Vitality Blast South Group match between Glamorgan and Essex will take place at Cardiff on June 6, 2025. The game is scheduled to start in the evening session, promising a thrilling contest under floodlights.

Glamorgan has shown a mix of solid performances and near misses in the tournament so far. A combination of experienced players and emerging talents strengthens their squad. They will be looking to bounce back strongly after a narrow loss in their last match and make a statement on their home ground.

Essex enters this game with a strong, balanced side featuring both domestic stars and international experience. Despite a recent defeat, their squad depth and tactical nous make them formidable opponents.

Glamorgan vs Essex Team Preview & Squads

Glamorgan

Carlson’s calmness and tactical acumen enable GLA to settle in and keep the squad composed. Carlson continually demonstrates trustworthiness as a middle-order batsman as well as a captain.

The reliable partnership of Northeast and Ingram provides Glamorgan with a robust and adaptable opening stand. The middle order, including Billy Root and Eddie Byrom, adds further solidity and experience.

Their bowling attack is well-rounded, featuring Mason Crane’s leg-spin, the pace options of Harry Podmore and Jamie McIlroy, and the all-round capabilities of Andy Gorvin. The variety in their bowling arsenal allows them to adapt to different pitch conditions and target opposition weaknesses effectively. Spinners like Ollie Rayner will play a key role in the middle overs.

In their previous match against Surrey at Cardiff, Glamorgan fell just short chasing 150, finishing on 142. The narrow 7-run victory for Surrey underscored the evenly matched battle between the teams. GLA showed resilience but lacked the finishing touch in the death overs. This defeat will motivate them to sharpen their game in all departments.

Glamorgan Squad

Glamorgan Squad

Mason Crane, Timm van der Gugten, James Harris, Billy Root, Chris Cooke (wk), Sam Northeast, Colin Ingram, Ollie Rayner, Harry Podmore, Andy Gorvin, Eddie Byrom, Jamie McIlroy, Kiran Carlson (C), Daniel Douthwaite, Marnus Labuschagne, Chris Sole, Prem Sisodiya, William Smale, Alex Horton, Zain ul Hassan, Asa Tribe, Tom Bevan, Ben Morris, Benjamin Kellaway, Henry Hurle, Tom Norton, Asa Tribe.

Essex

With off-spin magic in his hands and a strategist’s brain, Harmer is Essex’s calm amidst the chaos. As captain, Harmer focuses on maintaining team balance and fostering a competitive spirit. His on-field decisions often influence the match tempo significantly.

Essex’s batting boasts a mix of solidity and aggression, with Dean Elgar providing a steady anchor at the top. Players like Paul Walter and Adam Rossington offer flexibility to accelerate scoring in the middle overs.

Their bowling lineup is strengthened by the pace duo of Mohammad Amir and Jamie Porter, supported by versatile bowlers like Samuel Cook and Aaron Beard. Simon Harmer’s spin adds an important variation, making Essex’s attack adaptable to any pitch conditions.

In their last fixture against Somerset at Chelmsford, ESS were restricted to 148 runs. Somerset chased the target comfortably with 8 wickets in hand and 25 balls to spare. The defeat highlighted Essex’s struggles with the bat under pressure and the need for stronger middle-order partnerships.

Essex Squad

Essex Squad

Mohammad Amir, Tom Westley, Nick Browne, Eathan Bosch, Matt Critchley, Dean Elgar, Simon Harmer (c), Adam Rossington (wk), Jamie Porter, Feroze Khushi, Michael-Kyle Pepper, Paul Walter, Aaron Beard, Shane Snater, Samuel Cook, Daniel Sams, Jordan Cox, Ben Allison, Robin Das, Jamal Richards, Luc Benkenstein, Noah Thain, Mackenzie Jones, Charles Allison.

GLA vs ESS Outfield Report

Sophia Gardens, Cardiff

The Cardiff pitch traditionally favors batsmen with its true bounce and consistent pace, allowing stroke-makers to play freely. However, in the evening sessions, the surface tends to slow down slightly, aiding spinners and slower bowlers.

The weather on match day should be mild, with temperatures hovering close to 18°C. There is a slight chance of light cloud cover, but no significant rain is expected, making it ideal for cricket. Moderate humidity may aid swing bowlers in the early overs.

Historically, the highest total recorded at this venue in a T20 Blast match is around 185-190 runs, typically achieved by teams batting first. The lowest totals have dipped below 120 on slower, more bowler-friendly days. Chasing scores in the range of 150-160 has often been competitive, so teams winning the toss might prefer to bat first to put pressure on the opposition.

Glamorgan vs Essex Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

In their last five encounters, Essex have had the upper hand, winning three matches while Glamorgan have managed two victories.

GLA vs ESS Prediction

According to cricket analysts Glamorgan have a 53% chance of Winning.