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Glamorgan will take on Sussex Sharks at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff, in the South Group of the 2024 Vitality Blast. This exciting match is set to begin at 14:30 local time on Sunday, June 2nd, 2024.
GLA vs SUS, Sophia Gardens, Cardiff Pitch Report
On Friday evening, we witnessed a high-scoring game at Sophia Gardens with a total of 381 runs and 15 wickets falling. Expect another excellent batting wicket, with a par score likely around 195+ in the first innings.
Team Previews, Betting Tips, Latest Odds, and Match Prediction for Glamorgan vs Sussex, Vitality T20 Blast 2024
Glamorgan Team News & Playing XI
GLA Team News Facing Surrey is always a challenging task, and Glamorgan found it tough to start their 2024 T20 Blast campaign with a win. Despite the loss, they can take positives from the match, with the bowling unit taking eight wickets and three batters scoring between 40 and 58.
GLA Team Batting Experienced batsmen Colin Ingram and Marnus Labuschagne both scored half-centuries against Surrey and will be key players again. Sam Northeast and Kiran Carlson didn’t contribute much in the opener but remain threats to Sussex’s bowling attack.
GLA Team Bowling Every Glamorgan bowler took at least one wicket against Surrey, providing a confidence boost ahead of this match. Dan Douthwaite was particularly impressive and will look to continue his form.
Glamorgan Predicted Playing XI: Eddie Byrom, Kiran Carlson (c), Sam Northeast, Colin Ingram, Marnus Labuschagne, Chris Cooke (wk), Dan Douthwaite, Thomas Bevan, Timm van der Gugten, Mason Crane, Jamie McIlroy
Sussex Team News & Playing XI
SUS Team News Sussex Sharks edged out Gloucestershire by 3 wickets with a bye off the final ball on Friday evening. Although relying on the lower order is not ideal, the win will boost the confidence of Tymal Mills’ side.
SUS Team Batting Key contributions came from Daniel Hughes (37), Fynn Hudson-Prentice (47), John Simpson (36), and Danny Lamb (23). Nathan McAndrew and Jack Carson finished the job, but Sussex will need more from top-order batsmen Oli Carter, Tom Alsop, and James Coles.
SUS Team Bowling Ollie Robinson, Danny Lamb, and James Coles went wicketless against Gloucestershire. However, Sussex boasts a strong bowling lineup with Jack Carson, Nathan McAndrew, and skipper Tymal Mills, who will be the main threat to Glamorgan.
Sussex Predicted Playing XI: Oli Carter, Daniel Hughes, Tom Alsop, James Coles, Fynn Hudson-Prentice, John Simpson (wk), Danny Lamb, Nathan McAndrew, Jack Carson, Ollie Robinson, Tymal Mills (c)
Pitch and Weather Conditions
Weather Conditions Cardiff is expected to have pleasant weather with no rain interruptions on Sunday, making for an excellent day of cricket.
Pitch Report The pitch at Sophia Gardens promises a great contest for both batsmen and bowlers. Expect a high-scoring game with a par score around 195. Both teams will aim to make the most of the batting-friendly conditions.
Match Prediction
Sussex Sharks, under the leadership of Tymal Mills, pose a significant threat with their varied bowling attack. However, Glamorgan’s batting lineup appears stronger, especially with the experienced Colin Ingram and Marnus Labuschagne. Playing at home, Glamorgan will have the edge and we are backing them to secure the win.
Prediction: Glamorgan to beat Sussex.
