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SOM vs HAM Match Analysis

It’s a clash of titans as Somerset take on Hampshire in a charged South Group fixture at Taunton’s County Ground. The game is expected to begin at 6:30 PM local time under the lights. Somerset’s batting firepower has rarely been in question, with a top-order stacked with aggressors like Tom Banton and Tom Kohler-Cadmore. Their middle order has looked increasingly dependable, and players like Lewis Gregory and Shakib Al Hasan offer all-round balance. 

Hampshire, led by James Vince, is a quality unit with several international-caliber players. However, their recent collapse against Surrey has raised questions about their batting stability. 

Somerset vs Hampshire Team Preview & Squads

Somerset

A dependable all-rounder and astute captain, Lewis Gregory leads SOM with a blend of experience and strategy. His contributions in both departments strengthen the squad’s core. Gregory’s captaincy has often kept Somerset competitive even in pressure scenarios.

Somerset’s top-order and middle-order hitters make them a batting force to be reckoned with. Openers like Tom Banton and Will Smeed give rapid starts, while Kohler-Cadmore and Abell anchor the middle.

SOM bowlers bring diversity and depth, blending pace, spin, and all-round skills seamlessly. Craig Overton and Josh Davey handle the pace duties, while Roelof van der Merwe and Shakib bring in spin control. 

In their previous game against Kent at Taunton on June 15, Somerset fell heartbreakingly short. Kent posted a challenging 228/5, fueled by some power-hitting up front. Somerset responded positively, with contributions across the top and middle order, but they eventually ended at 224/6. It was a tight contest, but Somerset’s inability to accelerate at the death proved costly.

Somerset Squad

Somerset

Josh Davey, Shakib Al Hasan, Ben Green, Roelof van der Merwe, Jake Ball, Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Andrew Umeed, Tom Abell, Lewis Gregory (c), Jack Leach, Craig Overton, Sean Dickson, Tom Banton (wk), Riley Meredith, Tom Lammonby, Kasey Aldridge, Lewis Goldsworthy, Ned Leonard, Will Smeed, James Rew, Sonny Baker, Joshua Thomas, George Thomas II, Alfie Ogborne, Shoaib Bashir, Archie Vaughan, Charlie Cassell, Joe Heywood

Hampshire

James Vince is one of the most elegant and dependable top-order batters in English domestic cricket. As captain, his cool demeanor and ability to play match-defining innings are major assets. 

The top order, including Ben McDermott and Vince, provides class and stroke play. But recent collapses have revealed fragility under pressure, especially against spin and when chasing large targets. Middle-order support from players like Liam Dawson and Ross Whiteley is vital but inconsistent.

HAM bowling has variety and bite, especially with Michael Neser and Kyle Abbott leading the seam attack. Spin options like Liam Dawson and Mason Crane bring control and breakthroughs in the middle overs. 

Against Surrey on June 17, HAM had a forgettable outing at Southampton. Surrey put up 193/6 with solid contributions across their batting lineup. In reply, Hampshire never got going, crumbling to just 124 in 17.5 overs. A 69-run defeat not only dented their NRR but also exposed major weaknesses in their batting approach.

Hampshire Squad

Hampshire

Kyle Abbott, Mason Crane, Liam Dawson, James Vince (c), James Fuller, Ross Whiteley, Michael Neser, Ben McDermott, Mohammad Abbas, Keith Barker, Ben Brown, Nick Gubbins, Chris Wood, Benny Howell, Felix Organ, Brad Wheal, Joe Weatherley, Jack Campbell, Nathan Ellis, Scott Currie, Tom Prest, Toby Albert, Fletcha Middleton, John Turner, Ali Orr, Harry Petrie, Dominic Kelly, Eddie Jack, Joseph Eckland, Lhuan-dre Pretorius (wk)

SOM vs HAM Outfield Report

The Cooper Associates County Ground, Taunton

The Taunton pitch is renowned for being a batting paradise with short square boundaries. The pitch usually stays flat across the innings, but the new ball offers some movement early on, especially in the first two overs. Spinners can come into play in the middle overs if they’re brave enough to toss it up.

The forecast for June 19 shows partly cloudy skies with little to no chance of rain. The temperature is expected to hover around 21°C to 23°C, making it perfect for an uninterrupted contest. A gentle breeze might assist swing bowlers early on.

At Taunton, first-innings scores frequently cross the 190-mark. A competitive total when batting first would be around 200–210, while anything under 180 could be risky. Chasing teams have also done well here, with a 55% success rate in recent seasons.

Somerset vs Hampshire Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

Somerset lead the recent head-to-head battle with 3 wins out of the last 5 encounters against Hampshire. 

SOM vs HAM Prediction

According to cricket analysts Somerset have a 58% 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.