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GLO vs SUS Match Analysis

The South Group clash between Gloucestershire and Sussex is set to take place on July 17, 2025, at the Cheltenham Cricket Ground as part of the Vitality Blast Men’s T20 competition. The match is scheduled for an evening start, promising exciting cricket under typically pleasant summer conditions. 

Gloucestershire has shown solid performances this season, balancing a mix of experienced campaigners and young talent. Their recent win boosted their confidence, and they will rely on their all-around strength and adaptability. 

Tymal Mills guides Sussex, which boasts a fusion of seasoned international stars and promising domestic cricketers. While their recent results have been mixed, the team has several key players who can take matches away with the bat or ball. 

Gloucestershire vs Sussex Team Preview & Squads

Gloucestershire

Bringing experience from T20 and first-class cricket, Jack Taylor leads GLO with measured and strategic direction. His leadership emphasizes building partnerships and utilizing the squad’s bowling depth effectively. 

Gloucestershire’s batting line-up is versatile, with Cameron Bancroft providing solidity at the top. Middle-order batsmen like Curtis Campher and Chris Dent bring balance and finishing power. The team’s depth ensures they can rebuild or accelerate as required, giving them an edge in pressure situations.

With de Lange firing thunderbolts and his spin mates weaving spells, this attack’s got both bite and brains. Zafar Gohar and Graeme van Buuren provide spin options that can exploit turning conditions. The team’s bowlers have shown good control and wicket-taking ability in the powerplay and death overs.

GLO treated the Cardiff pitch like home turf, scripting a heist that left Glamorgan’s hopes in ruins. Posting a competitive total of 175/6, they then bowled out Glamorgan for just 135 in 18.1 overs, winning by 40 runs. The bowlers were disciplined, and the batsmen paced their innings well. 

Gloucestershire Squad

Gloucestershire

Marchant de Lange, Matt Taylor, Cameron Bancroft (wk), Zafar Gohar, Graeme van Buuren, Curtis Campher, Chris Dent, David Payne, Jack Taylor (C), Miles Hammond, Josh Shaw, James Bracey, Beau Webster, Tom Smith, Ben Charlesworth, Tom Price, Ajeet Singh Dale, Dominic Goodman, Ollie Price, Ben Wells, Zaman Akhter, Luke Charlesworth, Tommy Boorman, Joe Phillips, Ahmed Mujtaba Syed, Edward Middleton, Archie Bailey.

Sussex

Tymal Mills leads SUS with aggressive intent and strong tactical awareness, especially in bowling changes and death-overs strategy. His experience in international T20 leagues lends the side a competitive edge. Mills also contributes as a strike bowler, making him a dual threat.

SUS batting depends on the solidity of players like Cheteshwar Pujara and Tom Alsop. They also have explosive options such as Delray Rawlins and Harrison Ward to boost the scoring rate. The team’s middle order can accelerate or stabilize depending on match situations.

The bowling unit is well-rounded, featuring pace spearheads like Jofra Archer and Steven Finn, who can intimidate with speed and bounce. Spin options are limited but effective, and the pace bowlers have been consistent in keeping runs in check. 

At Southampton, Sussex was edged out by Hampshire in a tight contest. Their 167/7 proved competitive, yet Hampshire completed the chase well before the allotted overs, with 16 balls left. Sussex’s bowlers struggled to contain the opposition in the latter stages, an area they will look to improve.

Sussex Squad

Sussex

Steven Finn, Ravi Bopara, Tymal Mills (C), Nathan McAndrew, Cheteshwar Pujara, John Simpson (wk), Danny Lamb, Fynn Hudson-Prentice, Tom Alsop, Harrison Ward, Delray Rawlins, Tom Haines, Ollie Robinson, Jofra Archer, Daniel Hughes, Jack Campbell, Tom Clark, Aristides Karvelas, Jack Joshua Carson, Henry Thomas Crocombe, James Coles, Sean Hunt, Danial Ibrahim, Oliver Carter (wk), Archie Lenham, Jamie Atkins, Bradley Currie, Bertie Foreman, Charlie Tear, Henry Rogers, Zach Lion Cachet.

GLO vs SUS Outfield Report

College Ground, Cheltenham

The Cheltenham pitch is traditionally balanced, offering something for both batsmen and bowlers. It tends to have consistent bounce and true pace, favoring stroke play but also rewarding disciplined bowling. While spinners could gain some advantage later, the surface overall favors a closely contested game.

The weather forecast for match day predicts mild conditions with temperatures around 22°C, partly cloudy skies, and light winds. Such conditions are ideal for cricket and unlikely to impact the match, making for an exciting battle under natural light.

Historically, teams batting first at Cheltenham have scored around 160-175 runs on average in T20 matches, while successful chases often hover near 150 runs. The ground size and pitch characteristics suggest a moderately high-scoring game, but early wickets could put pressure on the batting side.

Gloucestershire vs Sussex Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

In the last five T20 encounters between Gloucestershire and Sussex, Sussex have edged ahead with three wins to Gloucestershire’s two, indicating a fairly competitive rivalry. 

GLO vs SUS Prediction

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

Disclaimer: This cricket prediction is based on the author’s insights and analysis. Readers should consider the points discussed and draw their own conclusions.