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LEIC vs YOR Match Analysis

The North Group fixture between Leicestershire and Yorkshire is set to take place on July 18, 2025, at Grace Road, Leicester. The evening clash promises high-voltage cricket as both teams try to keep their campaign alive. The first ball is expected at 6:30 PM local time under lights.

Leicestershire has had an up-and-down campaign, showing glimpses of promise but lacking consistency in key moments. Despite sporadic batting success, their bowling unit struggles to contain runs in the closing stages. 

Yorkshire boasts a star-studded lineup featuring England internationals and promising young talents. Despite individual brilliance, team cohesion has been a concern in tight games. They will look to bounce back after their recent defeat and reclaim momentum.

Leicestershire vs Yorkshire Team Preview & Squads

Leicestershire

Louis Kimber’s captaincy this season is marked by spirited leadership and a touch of flair. Though relatively young in leadership terms, Kimber has shown positive intent and leads by example with the bat. His decision-making will be crucial in tight games.

LEIC batting is built around experienced names like Peter Handscomb, Jimmy Neesham, and Rishi Patel, with support from aggressive players like Solomon Budinger and Ben Cox. The side has multiple finishers and middle-order floaters. 

The bowling unit includes a diverse mix with seamers like Josh Davey, Logan van Beek, and spinners like Rehan Ahmed and Callum Parkinson. However, they have struggled to contain runs in the death overs. The presence of all-rounders like Neesham and Mulder gives them variety but not always control.

LEIC relied on their middle-order resilience to compile 173/6 in their clash with Worcestershire at New Road. However, their bowlers failed to defend the total, as Worcestershire chased it down in 17.5 overs, winning by six wickets with 13 balls to spare. It highlighted Leicestershire’s recurring issue in closing games out.

Leicestershire Squad

Leicestershire

Josh Davey, Wiaan Mulder, Ben Green, Logan van Beek, Jimmy Neesham, Peter Handscomb, Ben Cox (wk), Chris Wright, Shan Masood, Lewis Hill, Sam Wood, Matt Salisbury, Will Davis, Louis Kimber (C), Harry Swindells, Callum Parkinson, Colin Ackermann, Ian Holland, Liam Trevaskis, Tom Scriven, Roman Walker, Ben Mike, Rishi Patel, Soloman Budinger, Rehan Ahmed, Michael Finan, Josh Hull, Alex Green

Yorkshire

Yorkshire’s calm in chaos, Malan navigates storms not by shouting orders, but by setting the tone with his bat. Known for his elegant stroke play and game awareness, Malan has the respect of both senior and young players.

Yorkshire’s batting unit reads like an international lineup—Root, Malan, Bairstow, Brook, and Lyth provide a strong core. They can impose themselves by setting big totals or chasing down tough targets with ease. However, they have been guilty of not converting starts into match-winning performances collectively.

With Adil Rashid, Jordan Thompson, Matt Fisher, and Ben Coad, Yorkshire have both pace and spin threats. Coad and Fisher set the tone with their opening spells, as Rashid targets wickets with his leg-spin in the middle overs. The key will be their ability to strike early and hold their nerve in tight finishes.

YOR were up against Lancashire in their most recent match at Headingley. Lancashire posted 174, a score that should have been within reach for Yorkshire’s batting strength. However, despite starting from a few batters, they were bowled out for 153 in 19.1 overs. The 21-run loss was a blow and revealed vulnerabilities in their middle-order stability.

Yorkshire Squad

Yorkshire

Joe Root, Conor McKerr, Adil Rashid, Adam Lyth, Dawid Malan (C), Jonny Bairstow (wk), Saud Shakeel, Daniel Moriarty, Ben Coad, Shan Masood, Matthew Fisher, Dom Bess, Jonathan Tattersall, Jordan Thompson, Will Fraine, Jack Shutt, Mickey Edwards, Matt Milnes, Harry Brook, Ben Mike, George Hill, Dominic Leech, Finlay Bean, Matthew Revis, Harry Duke, James Wharton, William Luxton, Benjamin Cliff, Jafer Chohan, Yash Vagadia, Noah M Kelly

LEIC vs YOR Outfield Report

Grace Road, Leicester

The pitch at Grace Road usually rewards aggressive batting, with true bounce and a swift outfield. Early seam movement aids the pacers, but spinners become more influential as the innings unfold. Chasing under lights is the preferred strategy for toss winners.

Temperatures should hover around 21°C during the evening with gentle winds. No rain but Dew may come into play later in the second innings, influencing bowling choices.

Typical first-innings scores at Leicester range between 165–180 in T20s. The highest recorded T20 total at this venue is 221, while scores below 140 often prove difficult to defend. Chasing teams tend to have a slight edge, especially if dew settles in.

Leicestershire vs Yorkshire Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

In their last five T20 meetings, Yorkshire hold a narrow advantage with 3 wins to Leicestershire’s 2. However, most of these encounters have gone down to the wire, suggesting another tightly contested battle is likely.

LEIC vs YOR Prediction

According to cricket analysts Leicestershire have a 54% 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.