- May 31, 2025
SUS vs GLO Match Analysis
The Vitality Blast South Group clash between Sussex and Gloucestershire will take place on June 1, 2025, at the County Ground, Hove. This day-night match promises to deliver fireworks, beginning at 6:30 PM local time. Riding the wave of their recent triumph over Middlesex, Sussex are brimming with confidence. With a balanced mix of youth and experience, they’ve got the firepower in both departments.
Gloucestershire, on the other hand, narrowly missed a win against Kent in a high-scoring thriller. They possess a strong batting core led by experienced international stars and domestic talent.
Sussex vs Gloucestershire Team Preview & Squads
Sussex
Tymal Mills leads the Sussex side with pace, passion, and experience. As a proven campaigner in the T20 circuit, his leadership style leans on aggressive bowling tactics and powerplay dominance. SUS batting lineup is flexible and deep, allowing players like Tom Alsop, Tom Haines, and Daniel Hughes to fulfil their roles in ensuring that each of these innings is anchored. John Simpson, as the core, provides a solid base of hitting ability while Hudson-Prentice and Coles give the middle-late order a sense of hitting power.
The bowling attack boasts firepower with Mills, Jayden Seales, and Ollie Robinson offering quality pace options. Spin duties are handled by Jack Carson and Archie Lenham, providing variation in the middle overs. In their last game against Middlesex at Lord’s on May 29, SUS posted a strong 202/4 in 20 overs, thanks to a clinical batting display. Their bowlers managed to defend the total with disciplined death overs, restricting Middlesex to 186/7.
Sussex Squad
Sussex
John Simpson (wk), Tom Alsop, Charlie Tear, Oliver Carter, Tom Haines, Tom Clark, Daniel Hughes, Harrison Ward, Henry Rogers, George Thomas II, Danial Ibrahim, Fynn Hudson-Prentice, James Coles, Bertie Foreman, Zach Lion Cachet, Nathan McAndrew, Danny Lamb, Ari Karvelas, Troy Henry, Jayden Seales, Ollie Robinson, Jack Joshua Carson, Tymal Mills (c), Sean Hunt, Jaydev Unadkat, Bradley Currie, Henry Thomas Crocombe, Archie Lenham, Nantes Oosthuizen, Ollie Moore
Gloucestershire
Jack Taylor, GLO skipper, is known for his fearless batting and smart leadership in crunch moments. A regular fixture in the county setup, Taylor brings both composure and innovation to the team. The team’s top order is powered by Cameron Bancroft and D’Arcy Short, offering both aggression and stability. With Taylor, Hammond, and Bracey in the mix, the middle order boasts a blend of depth and explosive potential.
The bowling attack is spearheaded by the likes of David Payne and Marchant de Lange, known for their ability to pick early wickets. Tom Smith and Zaman Akhter bring variation with their spin and medium pace, respectively. On May 30 at Bristol, Kent held their nerve to edge out GLO in a closely fought contest. Chasing 209, they reached 204/7 in a valiant effort led by their middle order. Despite the loss by 4 runs, they showed resilience and an ability to keep pace with high-scoring games.
Gloucestershire Squad
Gloucestershire
Cameron Bancroft, Chris Dent, James Bracey (wk), Jack Taylor (c), Miles Hammond, Joe Phillips, Tommy Boorman, Ben Charlesworth, Graeme van Buuren, Ollie Price, Edward Middleton, Tom Price, Zaman Akhter, Cameron Green, D’Arcy Short, Luke Charlesworth, Ahmed Mujtaba Syed, David Payne, Marchant de Lange, Tom Smith, Matt Taylor, Dominic Goodman, Josh Shaw, Ajeet Singh Dale, Archie Bailey
Match Details | ||
Match | Sussex vs Gloucestershire | South Group | Vitality Blast Men 2025 | |
Date | 01/06/2025 (Sunday) | |
Time | 09:00 PM (BDT) / 08:00 PM GMT / 08:30 PM (INR) | |
Format | T20 | |
Venue | County Ground, Hove | |
Recent performance | Sussex – L W W L W | Gloucestershire – W W W W L |
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SUS vs GLO Outfield Report
County Ground, Hove
The County Ground in Hove is traditionally a batting-friendly pitch, especially under lights. The ball comes onto the bat nicely, allowing stroke makers to find gaps and clear the ropes. Spinners might find grip in the second innings if the surface slows down.
The weather forecast for Brighton on June 1 shows clear skies with minimal cloud cover. Temperatures are expected to hover around 18–20°C during the match, with a light breeze making for ideal playing conditions. Rain is unlikely, ensuring a full 40-over contest.
At Hove, first innings scores often hover around the 180–200 mark in T20s. The highest scores tend to come from teams batting first under clear skies, while chasing sides have occasionally faltered under scoreboard pressure. A par score batting first would be around 185, while anything under 160 may be below par.
Sussex vs Gloucestershire Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches
In their last five encounters, Sussex have had a slight upper hand, winning three of the fixtures. Gloucestershire have been competitive but often found themselves narrowly short in close finishes.
SUS vs GLO Prediction
Event | Sussex | Gloucestershire |
Toss Winner | Sussex | – |
Player of the Match | James Coles | – |
Top Run Scorer | James Coles | Oliver Price |
Top Wicket Taker | Ollie Robinson | Tom Smith |
Most Sixes | James Coles | Oliver Price |
Predicted Score | 190+ | 180+ |
Win Probability | 54% | 46% |
According to cricket analysts Sussex 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.
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