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YOR vs BEARS Match Analysis

The North Group clash between Yorkshire and Birmingham Bears is set to take place at Headingley, Leeds, on June 13, 2025. The match is expected to start at 6:30 PM local time, with both teams eyeing a critical win to climb the group standings.

Yorkshire come into this fixture with renewed confidence after defending a modest total in their last game. The inclusion of experienced England campaigners Root, Bairstow, and Rashid provides the team with a dependable core.

Birmingham Bears, led by Alex Davies, have shown promise but stumbled slightly in their recent outing. Strong across both departments, they’re never an easy side to break down. A few tweaks in execution could turn close contests into victories for the Bears.

Yorkshire vs Birmingham Bears Team Preview & Squads

Yorkshire

Malan leads YOR with a reassuring presence and a level-headed approach. His experience in international and domestic T20 leagues makes him a tactical captain who can guide both seasoned campaigners and emerging players.

Yorkshire’s batting lineup boasts names like Joe Root, Jonny Bairstow, and Harry Brook—each capable of winning matches single-handedly. With Shan Masood and Adam Lyth offering stability and aggression at the top, the lineup has a healthy mix of anchors and finishers.

Yorkshire’s bowling is spearheaded by Adil Rashid, one of the finest T20 leg-spinners globally. Seam options like Matthew Fisher, Ben Coad, and Jordan Thompson ensure variety and control, while Dom Bess and Daniel Moriarty provide spin flexibility.

In their previous encounter, YOR secured a hard-fought 9-run win over Nottinghamshire at Trent Bridge. Batting first, they posted 175/8, with solid contributions across the board. The bowlers then held their nerve as Nottinghamshire managed only 166/9 in response.

Yorkshire Squad

Yorkshire Squad

Joe Root, Conor McKerr, Adil Rashid, Adam Lyth, Dawid Malan (C), Jonny Bairstow (WK), Saud Shakeel, Daniel Moriarty, Ben Coad, Shan Masood, Matthew Fisher, Dom Bess, Jonathan Tattersall, Jordan Thompson, Will Fraine, Jack Shutt, Mickey Edwards, Matt Milnes, Harry Brook, Ben Mike, George Hill, Dominic Leech, Finlay Bean, Matthew Revis, Harry Duke (WK), James Wharton, William Luxton, Benjamin Cliff, Jafer Chohan, Yash Vagadia, Noah M Kelly

Birmingham Bears

Under Alex Davies’ leadership, the Bears embrace a fearless and high-intensity brand of cricket. As a wicketkeeper-batter, he stays involved in every aspect of the game and leads from the front.

The BEARS possess a dynamic batting unit featuring Sam Hain, Moeen Ali, and Will Rhodes. With all-rounders like Ed Barnard and Dan Mousley in the mix, they can bat deep and recover from top-order collapses.

Bowling-wise, Birmingham Bears are well stocked with pace and spin. Veterans like Chris Woakes and Hasan Ali provide international experience, while Chris Rushworth and Oliver Hannon-Dalby offer reliability.

In their last match, the BEARS fell short by 10 runs against Northamptonshire in a high-scoring chase. Northants posted 184/6, setting a steep target. A valiant effort saw the Bears finish at 174/8, just shy of their target.

Birmingham Bears Squad

Birmingham Bears Squad

Moeen Ali, Chris Woakes, George Garton, Will Rhodes, Hasan Ali, Michael Rae, Alex Davies (C) (WK), Michael Burgess (WK), Oliver Hannon-Dalby, Sam Hain, Ed Barnard, Chris Rushworth, Danny Briggs, Liam Norwell, Craig Miles, Richard Gleeson, Aamer Jamal, Zen Malik, Kai Smith, Robert Yates, Dan Mousley, Jake Lintott, Jacob Bethell, Che Simmons, Chris Benjamin, Hamza Shaikh, Tazeem Ali, Michael Booth, Zakary Foulkes, Amir Khan, Theo Wylie

YOR vs WAR Outfield Report

Headingley, Leeds

Both batters and bowlers usually find opportunities on the balanced surface at Headingley. Expect early movement under lights for pacers, while spinners could find grip as the match progresses. A score in the range of 160–180 is usually competitive here.

The weather forecast for Leeds on June 13 looks promising with clear skies and minimal chances of rain. Expect mild conditions during the game, with temperatures ranging from 19 to 21°C. A cool breeze in the evening could aid swing bowling early on.

Historically, Headingley has seen a mix of high and low scores depending on how the top order fares. Teams batting first have managed to post 190+ on flat surfaces, while chasing teams have succeeded when keeping opponents under 160. Expect the team winning the toss to bowl first, considering dew and chasing advantage.

Yorkshire vs Birmingham Bears Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

In their last five encounters, Yorkshire and Birmingham Bears have had a balanced rivalry, with each team claiming wins at crucial moments. The contests have often gone down to the wire, showcasing intense competition and high-quality cricket.

YOR vs BEARS Prediction

According to cricket analysts Yorkshire have a 53% chance of Winning.