Glamorgan vs Middlesex, 126th Match Pitch Report - Match Overview & Playing XI | Vitality T20 Blast, 2025

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18 July 2025 | 11:56AM
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The final stretch of the Vitality T20 Blast 2025 group stage brings us to an exciting showdown between Glamorgan and Middlesex at the picturesque Sophia Gardens. With both teams eager to finish the league stage strong, this 126th match promises to be a competitive battle. The GLAM vs MID Live Score will be one to follow closely as Glamorgan aims to leverage their home advantage, while Middlesex eyes momentum heading into the knockout phase.


Glamorgan has quietly built a solid side this season, blending experienced campaigners with exciting young talent. Their batting unit has shown composure, and the all-rounders have offered valuable depth. On the other hand, Middlesex enters the game with an explosive batting order featuring several dynamic stroke-makers. Their squad is well-rounded with an emphasis on adaptability—ideal for this format.


With playoff implications looming, both sides will likely bring their A-game. Key battles across the top order, spin vs power-hitters, and middle-over matchups will shape the result. Expect a thrilling contest filled with boundary bursts, tactical bowling, and high-pressure scenarios. GLAM vs MID is not just a game; it's a decisive chapter in the 2025 Blast.

Glamorgan vs Middlesex, 126th Match Details

Series

Vitality T20 Blast, 2025

Match

Glamorgan vs Middlesex

Date & Time

18 July 2025, 11:00 PM

Venue

Sophia Gardens, Cardiff

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Glamorgan vs Middlesex, 126th Match Weather Condition

12:00 pm

Cloud

50%

Humidity

83%

Wind

15.8 km/h

19.1

o

Partly cloudy

Sophia Gardens, Cardiff

Sophia Gardens Pitch Report

Pitch Condition

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Batting Condition

Average

Pace Bowling

Average

Spin Bowling

Average

Pace vs Spin on Venue

(Last 10 match)

The pitch at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff, typically offers a balanced contest between bat and ball. Early on, pacers may extract swing thanks to the coastal breeze, making the new ball spell crucial. However, once batters settle, the pitch tends to ease out, offering a good surface for stroke play. In the second innings, the dew factor could slightly reduce grip for spinners, giving chasing teams an edge. Spinners may still play a role during the middle overs by varying pace and utilizing the pitch’s natural grip. A par score here is around 160–170, but anything above 180 will be a stiff chase.

Glamorgan Recent form

Last 5 Matches

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Middlesex Recent form

Last 5 Matches

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Venue Scoring Pattern

Avg 1st Innings

147

X

125

Avg 2st Innings

Highest Total

243-4 by GLM vs SOM

X

9-0 by SUR vs GLM

Lowest Total

Highest Chased

191-3 by GLM vs KT

X

133-10 by GLCS vs GLM

Lowest Defended

Matches Won
Batting First

41

56%
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44%
Bowling First

32

Glamorgan vs Middlesex, 126th Match Squad

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Glamorgan Probable XI :

Callum Nicholls, Asa Tribe, Colin Ingram, Sam Northeast, Kiran Carlson, Chris Cooke, Marnus Labuschagne, Daniel Douthwaite, Imad Wasim, Timm van der Gugten, Mason Crane

Middlesex Probable XI :

Leus du Plooy, Max Holden, Kane Williamson, Stephen Eskinazi, Ryan Higgins, Luke Hollman, Blake Cullen, Jamie Feldman, Joshua Little, Tom Helm, Zafar Gohar

Conclusion

This match holds added significance for both sides in terms of finishing positions. Glamorgan will be banking on their home familiarity and balance in the lineup to outsmart Middlesex, while the visitors will be looking to unleash their aggressive intent and proven big-match players. The GLAM vs MID Live Score could swing either way depending on who wins the toss and capitalizes early. The clash between form and flair, local strength and traveling experience, sets the stage for a classic T20 encounter. With crowd support and playoff stakes in the mix, this game might be a thriller in the making.