The English T20 Blast 2025 continues to offer thrilling encounters, with the upcoming clash between Middlesex (MID) and Gloucestershire (GLO) set to take place on July 11, 2025, at the Merchant Taylor’s School Ground in Northwood. Both teams are eager to improve their standings as the league progresses.
Current Form & Standings
Gloucestershire are enjoying a decent run this season, having secured four wins and holding the seventh position on the points table with 16 points. Despite a recent 22-run loss to Surrey, their overall form has been steady.
Middlesex, on the other hand, have had a tough campaign. With just two wins, they are placed eighth in the standings. Their most recent game saw them suffer a 3-wicket loss to Hampshire, and they’ll be looking to bounce back with a better performance.
Match Details: MID vs GLO
Match: Middlesex vs Gloucestershire
Date: July 11, 2025
Time: 9:30 PM IST
Venue: Merchant Taylor’s School Ground, Northwood
Live Streaming: FanCode
Weather Report
Expect clear skies and pleasant evening conditions, ideal for a full game of cricket without any rain interruptions.
Top Performers This Season
Top Batters
D’Arcy Short (GLO): 344 runs
Stephen Eskinazi (MID): 344 runs
Kane Williamson (MID): 259 runs
Top Bowlers
Tom Helm (MID): 17 wickets
David Payne (GLO): 14 wickets
Josh Shaw (GLO): 13 wickets
Recent Performance
Middlesex – Last 5 Matches: L, L, L, W, L
Gloucestershire – Last 5 Matches: L, W, W, W, W
Gloucestershire have displayed far better consistency and momentum coming into this match.
Predicted Playing 11
Middlesex (MID):
Leus du Plooy (c), Ryan Higgins, Joe Cracknell (wk), Stephen Eskinazi, Kane Williamson, Max Holden, Ben Geddes, Luke Hollman, Zafar Gohar, Tom Helm, Noah Cornwell.
Gloucestershire (GLO):
D’Arcy Short, Miles Hammond, Cameron Bancroft (wk), Oliver Price, Jack Taylor (c), Ben Charlesworth, Graeme van Buuren, David Payne, Matt Taylor, Josh Shaw, Ajeet Dale.
Match Prediction Scenarios
Scenario 1: If Middlesex Bats First
Expected Score: 165–175
Prediction: Gloucestershire to win by 5 wickets
Scenario 2: If Gloucestershire Bats First
Expected Score: 180–190
Prediction: Gloucestershire to win by 15–25 runs
MID vs GLO: Who Will Win Today’s Match?
Prediction: Gloucestershire to Win
With solid performances throughout the season and a more balanced team, Gloucestershire are favorites to clinch this match. Players like D’Arcy Short, David Payne, and Cameron Bancroft are expected to be crucial in steering their side to victory.
Final Verdict: Gloucestershire holds the upper hand and is likely to outplay Middlesex in this contest, continuing their push up the points table.
