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MID vs GLO Match Analysis

The Middlesex vs Gloucestershire clash is set to take place on July 11, 2025, at Northwood, as part of the South Group fixtures of the Vitality Blast Men’s tournament. The match promises exciting T20 action under mid-summer conditions. 

Middlesex have shown resilience and flair in their recent performances, relying on experienced players and some emerging talent. Their squad blends international experience with promising young stars, making them a tough side to beat at home. 

Gloucestershire, meanwhile, come into this match looking to bounce back from a defeat, with a balanced team that mixes solid batting and effective bowling. Their campaign has had ups and downs, but the leadership of Jack Taylor has kept the team motivated. 

Middlesex vs Gloucestershire Team Preview & Squads

Middlesex

The combination of Leus du Plooy’s measured leadership, tactical insight, and aggressive play, along with his alertness in the field, makes him crucial for MID in tense game situations.

The backbone of Middlesex’s adaptable batting lineup is the refined technique and experience of Kane Williamson. Pieter Malan and Sam Robson add solidity in the middle order, while young talents like Max Holden provide dynamism upfront. The addition of Stephen Eskinazi bolsters their overall team depth.

The bowling attack is a balanced mix of pace and spin. Josh Little and Tim Murtagh bring variety with their left-arm and right-arm seam options, respectively. Zafar Gohar’s left-arm spin adds control in the middle overs, and bowlers like Toby Roland-Jones offer useful all-round capabilities.

In their recent encounter against Hampshire at Northwood on July 9, MID posted a competitive 187/8. Despite a strong effort, Hampshire chased down the target in 19.4 overs, winning by 3 wickets with 2 balls remaining. Middlesex showed fighting spirit but fell short in the death overs, highlighting areas to improve in finishing matches.

Middlesex Squads

Middlesex

Kane Williamson, Max Holden, Josh Little, Tim Murtagh, Zafar Gohar, Pieter Malan, Sam Robson, Tom Helm, Dane Paterson, Toby Roland-Jones, Ryan Higgins, Leus du Plooy (C), Henry Brookes, Jack Davies, Luke Hollman, Blake Cullen, Joe Benjamin Cracknell (wk), Stephen Eskinazi, Ben Geddes, Max Harris, Toby Greatwood, Daniel O’Driscoll, Ishaan Kaushal, Josh De Caires, Nathan Fernandes, Sebastian Morgan, Noah Cornwell, Aaryan Sawant, Naavya Sharma.

Gloucestershire

With Taylor calling the shots, Gloucestershire doesn’t wait for openings—they kick the door down. A dependable batsman and smart captain, he inspires the squad through his consistent performances. 

Gloucestershire’s batting lineup features experienced players like Cameron Bancroft (wk) and Matt Taylor. The presence of Curtis Campher adds all-round firepower, while Miles Hammond and Chris Dent provide solid middle-order options. 

Marchant de Lange leads the bowling with his speed, complemented by spinners Graeme van Buuren and Zafar Gohar. The trio of Payne, Smith, and Shaw is less a bowling attack and more a tactical ambush—planned, precise, and punishing.

In their last match against Surrey at Bristol on July 9, GLO were set a challenging target of 194. They fell short, finishing at 165/9, handing Surrey a 28-run victory. The batting collapse under pressure was a concern, while the bowlers tried hard but couldn’t contain the strong Surrey lineup.

Gloucestershire Squads

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 (wk), 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.

MID vs GLO Outfield Report

Merchant Taylors’ School Ground, Northwood

The pitch at Northwood typically favors the batsmen, offering a true surface that allows for stroke play on both sides. While the outfield is quick, the ball comes onto the bat nicely, making it conducive for aggressive batting. Spinners can find some turn as the match progresses, especially in the latter stages.

Weather conditions on match day are expected to be pleasant, with clear skies and temperatures hovering around 22-24°C. There is minimal chance of rain, ensuring a full game without interruptions. The moderate humidity and light breeze should aid swing bowlers in the early overs.

Historically, the highest team totals at Northwood have hovered around 190-200 runs, with the lowest scores rarely dipping below 120. Batting first generally provides an advantage as teams can capitalize on the fresh pitch, but chasing sides have also successfully managed targets near 180. Expect a competitive game where runs on the board will be crucial.

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

In the last five meetings between Middlesex and Gloucestershire in T20 competitions, Middlesex hold a slight edge with three wins to Gloucestershire’s two.

MID vs GLO 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.