SUR vs NOR Match Analysis
The 1st Quarter Final of the Vitality Blast 2025 sees Surrey take on Northamptonshire at London on September 3, 2025. The clash begins in the evening, under lights, with both teams eyeing a semi-final spot. Fans can expect an intense battle with bat and ball in this knockout contest.
Surrey comes into this fixture as one of the most consistent teams in the tournament. Their squad is loaded with international stars and a blend of experienced county performers. With strong batting and a formidable bowling attack, they look well-equipped for this crucial clash.
Northamptonshire, on the other hand, has shown resilience throughout the group stage. They might not boast the same star power as Surrey, but their balance and fighting spirit make them dangerous opponents.
Surrey vs Northamptonshire Team Preview & Squads
Surrey
His leadership isn’t loud, but it’s magnetic—drawing confidence from his teammates without ever needing to shout. His leadership has ensured consistency in both batting and bowling strategies. Under his captaincy, Surrey have looked confident in crunch situations.
SUR batting is spearheaded by Jason Roy, Ollie Pope, and Will Jacks at the top. The presence of Sam Curran and Tom Curran adds explosive all-round depth. With finishers like Laurie Evans and Ben Foakes, they can post or chase big totals.
The bowling attack is spearheaded by Reece Topley, Chris Jordan, and Jamie Overton for pace. Adam Zampa and Mitchell Santner provide world-class spin options. Surrey’s mix of variety and experience makes their bowling unit among the best in the tournament.
Every over at New Road unfolded like a chess move, with SUR carefully plotting their way through Worcestershire’s resistance. Surrey posted 266/6 in their 49 overs, with contributions across the batting order. However, their bowlers struggled as Worcestershire chased down the target in just 39.4 overs, winning by 6 wickets.
Surrey Squad
Surrey
Sam Curran, Tom Curran, Laurie Evans, Matthew Fisher, Chris Jordan, Yousef Majid, Ryan Patel, Ollie Pope, Jason Roy, Dominic Sibley, Nathan Smith, Ollie Sykes (C), Daniel Worrall, Mitchell Santner, Jordan Clark, Will Jacks, Reece Topley, Jamie Overton, Adam Zampa, Dan Lawrence, Ben Foakes, Josh Blake (wk), Adam Thomas.
Northamptonshire
Lewis McManus leads NOR with sharp decision-making behind the stumps and on-field leadership. His ability to balance young players with senior pros has been crucial. As captain and wicketkeeper, he plays a pivotal dual role.
The duo aren’t just openers—they are the scaffolding on which Northants build their innings. Experience meets intent when Bopara and Willey walk in, turning the middle overs into a platform for domination. However, Sales and Luke Procter provide balance, so although there is batting depth, inconsistency remains a factor.
David Willey and Ben Sanderson lead their pace attack, offering swing and control. Their spin in the middle overs doesn’t just slow runs—it plants doubt in batters’ minds with each subtle variation. George Scrimshaw and Liam Guthrie add extra pace and firepower to balance the attack.
In their last One-Day Cup clash against Somerset, NOR managed 238 in 43.2 overs. Despite some resistance from the middle order, they fell short of setting a challenging total. Their craft isn’t just about containing runs—it’s about unsettling rhythm with quiet, deceptive turns.
Northamptonshire Squad
Northamptonshire
George Bartlett, Gus Miller, James Sales, Ricardo Vasconcelos, David Willey, Justin Broad, Luke Procter, Ravi Bopara, Rob Keogh, Saif Zaib, Lewis McManus (C) (wk), Ben Sanderson, Calvin Harrison, Dominic Leech, Freddie Heldreich, George Scrimshaw, Harry Conway, Liam Guthrie, Raphael Weatherall, Tiaan Cornelius Louw, Lloyd Pope, Matthew Breetzke, Tim Robinson.
Match Details | ||
Match | Surrey vs Northamptonshire | 1st Quarter Final | Vitality Blast Men 2025 | |
Date | 03/08/2025 (Wednesday) | |
Time | 11:30 PM (BDT) / 10:30 PM GMT / 11:00 PM (INR) | |
Format | T20 | |
Venue | Kennington Oval, London | |
Recent performance | Surrey – W W W W W | Northamptonshire – L L W W L |
Live Streaming Details | Click here to watch the Live Streaming Score on JeetBuzz News | |
SUR vs NOR Outfield Report
The pitch at London is expected to be batting-friendly with true bounce. Spinners may get some purchase in the middle overs, but the pacers will enjoy the new ball. A score of 170+ looks competitive here.
Weather conditions are predicted to be mild and pleasant, around 22°C at match time. Humidity may slightly assist swing bowling in the first few overs. Chances of rain are minimal, ensuring a full game is likely.
Historically, this ground has seen high totals with ease. Teams batting first can push close to 190, while the lowest defendable total is around 150. Chasing sides have often found it easier under lights.
Surrey vs Northamptonshire Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches
Surrey holds a dominant record over Northamptonshire in their last five meetings, winning four and losing just once. This psychological edge could play a role in the knockout clash.
SUR vs NOR Prediction
Event | Surrey | Northamptonshire |
Toss Winner | Surrey | – |
Player of the Match | Gus Atkinson | – |
Top Run Scorer | Gus Atkinson | Tim Robinson |
Top Wicket Taker | Yousef Majid | Luke Procter |
Most Sixes | Gus Atkinson | Tim Robinson |
Predicted Score | 190+ | 170+ |
Win Probability | 54% | 46% |
According to cricket analysts Surrey have a 54% chance of Winning.
