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Worcestershire and Lancashire face off in a Royal London One-Day Cup encounter, with the visitors looking to maintain their strong form and Lancashire aiming to end their campaign on a positive note.
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Worcestershire have been impressive this season, with their batting and bowling units clicking into gear. Ed Pollock and George Roderick have been in exceptional form at the top of the order, while Jake Home has been a standout performer with the ball.
Worcestershire Predicted Playing XI:
George Roderick, Ed Pollock, Rob Jones, Jake Libby, Ethan Brookes, Rehan Edavalth, Tom Hinley, Tom Taylor, Fateh Singh, Jake Home, Harry Darley
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Lancashire have struggled for consistency this season, but recent performances suggest they are finding their feet. Their batting relies heavily on the likes of George Balderson and Joshua Boyden, while Charlie Bernard has been a key contributor with the ball.
Lancashire Predicted Playing XI:
George Bell, Keshana Fonseka, John Bohannan, Rocky Flinttoff, Venkatesh Iyer, Balderson, Joshua Boyden, Chris Green, Jack Morley, Charlie Bernard, Harry Singh
Key Players
- Worcestershire: Ed Pollock, George Roderick, Jake Home
- Lancashire: George Balderson, Joshua Boyden, Charlie Bernard
Pitch and Conditions
The Manchester pitch is expected to be batting-friendly, offering good conditions for strokeplay. However, the forecast suggests intermittent rain showers, which could impact the match.
Match Prediction
Worcestershire’s strong form and balanced squad give them the edge in this match. However, Lancashire will be eager to spoil the party and can’t be ruled out.
Winner: Worcestershire Will Win
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