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SOM vs SUR Match Analysis

Somerset will host Surrey at the picturesque County Ground, Taunton, on May 30, 2025, in a crucial South Group fixture of the Vitality Blast Men’s tournament. The match is scheduled for an evening start, promising action-packed T20 cricket under favorable conditions.

Somerset come into this game with a balanced squad featuring exciting young talents and experienced campaigners. Their batting line-up has proven to be adaptable in various conditions.

Surrey boast a strong blend of seasoned internationals and promising youngsters, with power hitters and clever stroke makers anchoring their batting. Their bowling unit is versatile, with seamers and spinners who have delivered in pressure situations.

Somerset vs Surrey Team Preview & Squads

Somerset

Tom Abell leads Somerset with a calm and composed approach, blending tactical nous with inspirational leadership. He has the ability to stabilize the innings and accelerate when needed. Abell’s experience in various formats makes him an invaluable asset to the side.

Dynamic openers Tom Banton and Tom Kohler-Cadmore lead Somerset’s batting line-up with their explosive hitting. The middle order is strengthened by the likes of Sean Dickson and Will Smeed, who provide stability and finishing prowess.

The attack is driven by Craig Overton and Josh Davey, two bowlers who regularly provide vital wickets. Young pacers like Matt Henry and Riley Meredith bring pace and aggression, while spin options including Jack Leach add variation.

On September 22, 2024, Somerset narrowly missed claiming the One-Day Cup title in the final held at Nottingham. Glamorgan posted a competitive 186/7, and despite a fighting chase, Somerset fell short at 171/6 in their 20 overs. It was a close contest, but Glamorgan’s disciplined bowling made the difference in the end.

Somerset Squads

Somerset Squads

Tom Kohler-Cadmore, James Rew (Wk), Andrew Umeed, Sean Dickson, Will Smeed, Tom Abell, Tom Lammonby, Tom Banton, Finley Hill, Joshua Thomas, Lewis Goldsworthy, Lewis Gregory, Kasey Aldridge, Archie Vaughan, Ben Green, Craig Overton, Jake Ball, Jack Leach, Josh Davey, Migael Pretorius, Riley Meredith, Thomas Rew, Matt Henry, JT Langridge.

Surrey

Jamie Smith leads Surrey with a positive and strategic mindset, aiming to maximize the team’s strengths. His wicketkeeping and batting skills add balance to the side. Smith’s leadership in the field and calm under pressure are vital for Surrey’s success.

Surrey’s batting order is formidable, anchored by experienced players like Ollie Pope and Rory Burns. Dynamic hitters such as Jason Roy and Will Jacks provide firepower at the top and middle order.

The bowling department boasts experienced campaigners like Sam Curran and Tom Curran, complemented by pace options such as Reece Topley and Jordan Clark. Spin options are provided by Mitchell Santner, offering a strategic edge.

In the 1st Semi Final of the T20 Blast at Birmingham on September 14, 2024, Surrey faced Somerset in a thrilling encounter. Surrey posted 153/9, but Somerset chased it down comfortably with 159/4 in 18.4 overs, winning by 6 wickets with 8 balls to spare. Surrey will be eager to reverse this result in their upcoming clash.

Surrey Squads

Surrey Squads

Jamie Smith (Wk), Ollie Pope, Ben Foakes, Josh Blake, Rory Burns, Laurie Evans, Dom Sibley, Jason Roy, Ollie Sykes, Will Jacks, Dan Lawrence, Sam Curran, Ryan Patel, Cameron Steel, Jamie Overton, Tom Curran, Mitchell Santner, Thomas Lawes, Jordan Clark, Tommy Ealham, Yousef Majid, Chris Jordan, Daniel Worrall, Reece Topley, Gus Atkinson, Matt Dunn, James Taylor, Nathan Barnwell, Matthew Fisher, Nathan Smith, Seb Stuart Reckling.

SOM vs SUR Outfield Report

The Cooper Associates County Ground, Taunton

The pitch at Taunton is traditionally batting-friendly with true bounce and minimal sideways movement. Spinners can come into play in the middle overs as the surface tends to grip later on. Historically, the outfield is fast, rewarding well-timed shots.

The weather forecast predicts clear skies with a mild temperature hovering around 18-20°C. There is little chance of rain, making for ideal cricketing conditions with slight evening dew possible. Throughout the match, humidity should stay within a comfortable range.

Historically, the highest T20 score at Taunton is around 210 runs when batting first, with the lowest competitive total near 120. Teams chasing have generally found it manageable to reach totals in the range of 150-180, depending on pitch conditions on the day.

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

In their last five encounters across formats, Surrey have edged Somerset narrowly with three wins to Somerset’s two.

SOM vs SUR Prediction

According to cricket analysts Surrey have a 54% chance of Winning.