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The Metro-Bank One-Day Cup continues as Yorkshire Vikings host Sussex Sharks at York Cricket Club. Yorkshire will be eager to bounce back from their defeat against Notts Outlaws, while Sussex look to secure their first win of the tournament.
Yorkshire Vikings Preview
Yorkshire Vikings suffered a disappointing defeat against Notts Outlaws in their last match. Their batting lineup struggled to build partnerships, and the team will need to improve in this department to compete with the strong Sussex Sharks side.
Yorkshire Vikings Predicted Playing XI:
- Shan Masood (c)
- William Luxton
- Finlay Bean
- James Wharton
- George Hill
- Harry Duke (wk)
- Dominic Bess
- Matthew Revis
- Ben Coad
- Dominic Leech
- Daniel Moriarty
Sussex Sharks Preview
Sussex Sharks are yet to secure a win in the tournament, suffering defeats in their opening two matches. Their batting lineup, led by Tom Clark and Tom Haines, has shown promise, but the team has struggled to build consistent partnerships. The bowling attack, featuring Aristides Karvelas and Henry Crocombe, will need to be more disciplined to improve their chances of victory.
Sussex Sharks Predicted Playing XI:
- John Simpson (c & wk)
- Tom Clark
- Tom Haines
- Oliver Carter
- Fynn Hudson-Prentice
- Danial Ibrahim
- Henry Peter Rogers
- Jack Carson
- Archie Lenham
- Aristides Karvelas
- Henry Crocombe
Pitch and Weather Conditions:
- The York Cricket Club pitch is expected to offer a balanced contest between bat and ball.
- The weather forecast predicts cloudy conditions with a chance of light rain showers.
Toss Prediction:
Both teams will be keen to win the toss and bat first, taking advantage of the batting-friendly conditions.
Match Prediction:
Yorkshire Vikings are slight favorites going into this match, given their home advantage and stronger squad on paper. However, Sussex Sharks will be eager to secure their first win of the tournament.
Expect a closely fought contest with either team capable of emerging victorious.
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