Worcestershire are installed as slight favorites for this Central & West Group meeting with Somerset at New Road, Worcester on June 28, 2026, projected at 51% against the visitors’ 49%. The narrow lean reflects home conditions and the all-round threat of Brett D’Oliveira, though neither side has had much to celebrate recently. What follows covers the toss call, pitch and weather report, key XI matchups, head-to-head record, and fantasy cricket tips, building to our final prediction on today’s winner.
Worcestershire vs Somerset Match Details
Match | Worcestershire vs Somerset | Central & West Group | Vitality Blast Men 2026 |
Date | 28/06/2026 (Sunday) |
Time | BDT 7:30 PM / PKT 6:30 PM / INR 7:00 PM |
Format | T20 |
Venue | County Ground, New Road, Worcester |
Recent performance | Worcestershire – L W W L L Somerset – W L L L L |
WOR vs SOM Vitality Blast Men 2026: Live Streaming & Broadcast Info
County Ground, New Road, Worcester
Coverage of this Central & West Group fixture is concentrated on a handful of confirmed platforms, with other markets pointed to the global option.
- India: FanCode (Live Streaming)
- United Kingdom: Worcestershire CCC YouTube channel / ECB Cricket website (Live Streaming)
- USA & Canada: Willow TV
- Worldwide: Matches available via Sports Live Hub for global streaming access across regions.
Broadcast details may vary by region for Pakistan, Bangladesh, Australia & New Zealand, Sri Lanka, Nepal, and MENA.
Worcestershire vs Somerset Toss Prediction
Worcestershire are tipped to win the toss and bat first at New Road. Captain Brett D’Oliveira is expected to back a surface that has traditionally rewarded teams setting a total before it slows down later. With the possibility of moderate dew developing later due to the riverside conditions, Worcestershire could benefit from batting first, reducing the risk of chasing under more challenging circumstances in the second innings.
County Ground, New Road, Worcester Pitch Report
New Road has long been one of the Vitality Blast’s more reliable batting tracks, with first-innings totals here averaging around 170. This Worcestershire vs Somerset preview notes that seamers can find early movement off the riverside moisture, but short boundaries and a flattening pitch tend to reward batters who survive the opening overs, with chasing sides holding a slight historical edge.
Weather Report
Worcester’s weather report points to a mild, partly cloudy Sunday around 22-23°C, with roughly a 25% chance of scattered showers. Given the ground’s proximity to the rivers Severn and Teme, a touch of dew can creep in during the evening, which may offer Somerset’s chasing batters slightly easier conditions if the match goes deep.
WOR vs SOM Head-to-Head Records
Matches Played | 16 |
WOR Won | 6 |
SOM Won | 9 |
Tied | 0 |
No Result | 0 |
First-ever Fixture | July 19, 2004 |
Most-recent Fixture | July 6, 2025 |
Worcestershire vs Somerset Team Preview & Squads
Worcestershire
Brett D’Oliveira’s captaincy is central to Worcestershire’s hopes in this Worcestershire vs Somerset prediction, with the all-rounder skipper needing a big personal performance to arrest a side that has lost two of its last three. His tactical use of Sikandar Raza in the middle overs could prove decisive.
Gareth Roderick anchors a batting order that leans on steady accumulation, while Adam Hose and Ethan Brookes add the power-hitting needed to push for a total in excess of 180 on a ground where boundaries come quickly once the bat is set.
With the ball, Adam Finch offers genuine pace threat with the new ball, while all-rounder Sikandar Raza adds control and experience through the middle overs. Usama Mir’s variations give Worcestershire a point of difference against Somerset’s powerful top order.
Worcestershire Squad:
Worcestershire Squad
Kashif Ali, Brett D’Oliveira, Gareth Roderick, Adam Hose, Sikandar Raza, Ethan Brookes, Henry Cullen, Tom Taylor, Ben Allison, Adam Finch, Usama Mir
Somerset
Lewis Gregory’s leadership and all-round value give this WOR vs SOM preview an extra dimension, with Somerset looking to bounce back after a narrow defeat to Warwickshire in their last outing.
Tom Banton headlines a dangerous top order alongside James Rew and Jordan Hermann, giving Somerset the kind of explosive batting that can chase down most totals on a flat New Road surface.
Alfie Ogborne leads the bowling attack with pace and control, while all-rounder Lewis Gregory adds balance with both bat and ball. Craig Overton’s experience and Daniel Sams’ variety round out an attack capable of testing Worcestershire’s middle order.
Somerset Squad:
Somerset Squad
Tom Banton, Joshua Thomas, James Rew, Jordan Hermann, Thomas Rew, Lewis Gregory, Daniel Sams, Lewis Goldsworthy, Craig Overton, Alfie Ogborne, Jake Ball
WOR vs SOM Prediction
Event | Worcestershire | Somerset |
Toss Winner | Worcestershire | – |
Player of the Match | Brett D’Oliveira | – |
Top Run Scorer | Brett D’Oliveira | Tom Banton |
Top Wicket Taker | Adam Finch | Lewis Gregory |
Most Sixes | Brett D’Oliveira | Tom Banton |
Predicted Score | 180+ | 170+ |
Win Probability | 51% | 49% |
Worcestershire vs Somerset Winning Prediction
When everything is weighed up, Worcestershire come away as 51% favorites in this Central & West Group fixture, just ahead of Somerset’s 49%. The slender edge owes itself to home advantage and Brett D’Oliveira’s all-round threat, but with Somerset boasting real depth at the top, this could well be a last-over thriller. Can Tom Banton drive Somerset to a series-equalizing win, or will Worcestershire’s home turf advantage prove too strong under the lights? Keep up with JeetBuzz for live scores, statistics, and detailed breakdowns as this Central & West Group encounter unfolds.
FAQ: Vitality Blast Men 2026 Central & West Group
Q1: What time does the Worcestershire vs Somerset match start in India (IST)?
A1: The match begins at 7:00 PM IST on June 28, 2026.
Q2: Where can fans in the UK watch the Worcestershire vs Somerset Vitality Blast match live?
A2: The match is available to stream live on Sports Live Hub (SLH).
Q3: Who is the key player to watch in the Worcestershire vs Somerset fixture?
A3: Brett D’Oliveira is the key player to watch for Worcestershire, given his dual role as captain and all-rounder.
Disclaimer: This cricket prediction reflects the author’s personal insights and analysis. We encourage readers to review the points shared and draw their own conclusions.