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The Metro Bank One-Day Cup continues as Hampshire Hawks host Northamptonshire Steelbacks at the Rose Bowl. Both teams will be aiming to get their campaigns off to a winning start.
Hampshire Hawks Preview
Hampshire Hawks were runners-up in the 2023 One-Day Cup, losing to Leicestershire Foxes in the final. They will be eager to go one step further this year. Their batting lineup, led by Nick Gubbins and Tom Prest, is formidable. The bowling attack, featuring Liam Dawson, Keith Barker, and Scott Currie, has the potential to be a force.
Hampshire Hawks Predicted Playing XI:
- Nick Gubbins (c)
- Tom Prest
- Joe Weatherley
- Mohammad Abbas
- Fletcha Middleton
- Ben Brown (wk)
- Josh Turner
- Scott Currie
- Liam Dawson
- Keith Barker
- James Fuller
Northamptonshire Preview
Northamptonshire Steelbacks will be looking to bounce back from their opening defeat against Derbyshire Falcons. Their batting lineup, led by Prithvi Shaw and Emilio Gay, has shown promise. The bowling attack, featuring Ben Sanderson and Raphael Weatherall, will need to be at their best to challenge the Hampshire batters.
Northamptonshire Steelbacks Predicted Playing XI:
- Lewis McManus (c & wk)
- Prithvi Shaw
- Emilio Gay
- Ricardo Vasconcelos
- Rob Keogh
- George Bartlett
- Saif Zaib
- Gus Miller
- Raphael Weatherall
- Ben Sanderson
- Jack White
Pitch and Weather Conditions:
- The Rose Bowl pitch is expected to be batting-friendly, with some assistance for bowlers early on.
- The weather forecast predicts overcast conditions with a chance of light rain showers.
Toss Prediction:
Both teams will be keen to win the toss and bowl first, taking advantage of any early swing and seam movement.
Match Prediction:
Hampshire Hawks, with their home advantage and strong squad, are favorites to win this match. However, Northamptonshire Steelbacks have shown glimpses of potential and will be eager to upset the hosts.
Winner: Hampshire Will Win
Expect a closely fought contest with Hampshire Hawks emerging as favorites.
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