Hampshire vs Derbyshire, Group A Match Prediction.
Match Details
- Date & Time: August 23, 2025, 3:00 PM IST (9:30 AM GMT)
- Venue: The Rose Bowl, Southampton
- Pitch: Balanced; 1st innings avg ~250-300 runs, 6-8 wickets; 2nd innings ~200-250 runs.
- Weather: Cool, ~18°C, partly cloudy, 20% chance of rain, possible interruptions.
Weather and Conditions
Cool with clouds. The pitch favors Hampshire’s batsmen, but Derbyshire’s pacers could exploit seam.
Toss Preference
- Hampshire: Likely to bat first, setting a total with James Vince.
- Derbyshire: Likely to bowl first, using pacers to restrict.
Prediction
- Hampshire (Favorites): Strong domestic record with Vince’s batting.
- Derbyshire (Underdogs): Need disciplined bowling to compete.
Conclusion
Hampshire’s home advantage makes them favorites. Derbyshire needs a big effort.
Predicted Winner
Hampshire, due to form.