Essex vs Sussex T20 Blast Match Prediction

ESS

45%

Chance of Winning

SUS

55%

Parimatch

2.28
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The T20 Blast is all set to offer a classic encounter to the fans on the opening day, as Essex will be going against Sussex. This match will be played on 22 May at 11:30 PM IST at the County Ground in Chelmsford. Essex didn't have a good performance in the previous season, due to which they finished in the group stages only. On the other hand, Sussex had also not been able to show strong performances, due to which the team also finished the last edition in the Group stages. It remains to be seen which of these two teams starts the new season with a win.

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Facts:

  • Essex has won three out of their last five head-to-head matches against Sussex.
  • Michael Pepper, from Essex, scored 364 runs in 14 innings at an average of 28.
  • Nathan McAndrew, from Sussex, took 23 wickets in 14 innings at an average of 16.60.

Essex vs Sussex Chances of Winning

Sussex will enter their first match against Essex with a higher chance of winning. With the team having a strong momentum, they will be eager to continue the same against Essex. They have players such as James Coles, who scored 397 runs in 14 innings at an average of 33.08, and Nathan McAndrew, who took 23 wickets in 14 innings at an average of 16.60. On the other hand, Essex will be keen to turn the tables and start the season with a win. For this, the team would take the home-ground advantage, which might help them to come out victorious. They have players such as Michael Pepper, who scored 364 runs in 14 innings at an average of 28, and Mohammad Amir, who took 20 wickets in 14 innings at an average of 20.90.

  • Essex Chances of Winning: 45%
  • Sussex Chances of Winning: 55%

Essex vs Sussex Prediction & Betting Tips 2026

Essex was one of the worst performing teams in the previous season. The team went on to finish at the bottom of its group, with just 3 wins in 14 matches, as they aim to perform well in the new season. For that, they will be going against Sussex, where they also take up the home-ground advantage. They have batters such as Paul Walter, who scored 326 runs in 14 innings at an average of 23.28, and Luc Benkenstein, who scored 210 runs in 14 innings at an average of 19.09. Simon Harmer managed to take 11 wickets in 14 innings at an average of 31.

On the other hand, Sussex was able to show better performances than Essex in the previous season. With the team having 6 wins in 14 matches, they will be eager to start off the new season with a win. And since they are facing Essex in their opening game, it brings an opportunity for them to capitalise on the moment and grab the win. They have batters such as Daniel Hughes, who scored 344 runs in 14 innings at an average of 26.46, and John Simpson, who scored 303 runs in 14 innings at an average of 21.64. Tymal Mills took 18 wickets in 14 innings at an average of 25.44.

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Essex vs Sussex Match Toss Prediction

The match between Essex and Sussex will take place at the County Ground in Chelmsford, which gives the home-ground advantage to Essex. This venue has favoured the chasing teams, as 8 out of 13 T20Is played here have been won by them, and 5 were won by the team batting first. The average first innings score at this venue stands at 137, and it falls to just 121 in the second innings. Therefore, the toss-winning team in the next game is likely to bowl first.

Weather Report

The match between Essex and Sussex will not be affected due to the weather conditions, as the skies are expected to be clear.

Sunny
54% Humidity
16° - 27° C
18 kmph
Sunny
54% Humidity
16° - 27° C
18 kmph

Essex and Sussex Player List

Playing

First TeamSecond Team
Walter Paul Ian

all rounder

Pepper Michael

wicket keeper

Clark Tom

batsman

Critchley Matt

all rounder

Simpson John

wicket keeper

Mulder Wiaan

all rounder

Alsop Tom

wicket keeper

Lamb Danny

all rounder

Fernandes Simon Maurice L

no information yet

Akhter Zaman

all rounder

Bennett Charlie Edward

no information yet

Team Form

Essex Team Form

Essex was able to regain its winning momentum towards the end of the campaign. The team finished the last season with three wins and two losses in its last five games, as they aim to start the new season on a strong note. They have players such as Luc Benkenstein, who took 11 wickets in 10 innings at an average of 21.81, and Charlie Allison, who scored 171 runs in 13 innings at an average of 15.54.

Sussex Team Form

Sussex was not able to do well towards the end of the previous edition. The team went on to have just one win and four losses in its last five games, as they now aim to start the new season with a win. They have players such as Henry Crocombe, who took 15 wickets in 9 innings at an average of 17, and Tom Clark, who scored 265 runs in 12 innings at an average of 24.09.

Essex vs Sussex

T20

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Essex vs Sussex Top Batters

Michael Pepper finished the last season as the highest run scorer for Essex. He went on to score 364 runs in 14 innings for the team at an average of 28.

James Coles was the top run scorer for Sussex in the previous edition. He was able to score 397 runs for the team in 14 innings at an average of 33.08.

Essex vs Sussex Top Bowlers

Mohammad Amir was one of the key bowlers for Essex in the last season. He went on to take 20 wickets for the team in 14 innings at an average of 20.90.

Nathan McAndrew was the highest wicket-taker for Sussex in the previous season. He was able to take 23 wickets for the team in 14 innings at an average of 16.60.

Expert Prediction & Best Odds

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Our Pick to Win:Sussex will win. Sussex has shown strong form in the previous season.
Compare Odds:Essex to Win - 2.28
Sussex to Win - 1.63
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