Worcestershire Rapids vs Northamptonshire Steelbacks, 29th Match Pitch Report - Match Overview & Playing XI | Vitality Blast Men

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06 June 2025 | 11:07AM
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The 29th match of the Vitality Blast Men 2025 sees Worcestershire Rapids (WOR) take on Northamptonshire Steelbacks (NOR) at the Visit Worcestershire New Road in Worcester. Both teams have strong squads, and with the competition heating up, this game is crucial for both sides to strengthen their position in the tournament.


Worcestershire Rapids come into this match with a formidable lineup of explosive batters such as Brett D'Oliveira and Jake Libby, along with solid all-rounders like Matthew Waite and Tom Taylor. They also have a potent bowling attack featuring Ben Dwarshuis and Adam Finch, who can deliver crucial breakthroughs in the middle and death overs. On the other hand, Northamptonshire Steelbacks will rely heavily on the batting prowess of Ravi Bopara and Luke Procter, with David Willey and Yuzvendra Chahal leading their bowling charge. Their depth in batting, with key players like Rob Keogh and Saif Zaib, gives them a well-rounded side that can chase big targets or defend tricky totals.


As both teams boast solid lineups, it will be interesting to see how the conditions at New Road play out and whether the batting or bowling will dominate the game. Stay tuned for the WOR vs NOR Live Score, as this game is sure to be a thrilling encounter.


Worcestershire Rapids vs Northamptonshire Steelbacks, 29th Match Details

Series

Vitality Blast Men

Match

Worcestershire Rapids vs Northamptonshire Steelbacks

Date & Time

06 June 2025, 10:00 PM

Venue

Visit Worcestershire New Road, Worcester

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Worcestershire Rapids vs Northamptonshire Steelbacks, 29th Match Weather Condition

11:00 am

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Humidity

79%

Wind

4.7 km/h

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Thundery outbreaks in nearby

Visit Worcestershire New Road, Worcester

Visit Worcestershire New Road Pitch Report

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Pace vs Spin on Venue

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The pitch at New Road is typically favorable for both batsmen and bowlers. With a good balance between bat and ball, the surface tends to offer some pace and bounce early on, which will benefit fast bowlers. However, as the match progresses, it may slow down a little, giving spinners more of an advantage. The outfield is expected to be fast, allowing the batters to capitalize on their shots. Chasing is often the preferred choice for teams winning the toss, as the pitch generally offers the best conditions early in the game.

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Venue Scoring Pattern

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Lowest Total

Highest Chased

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Worcestershire Rapids vs Northamptonshire Steelbacks, 29th Match Squad

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Worcestershire Rapids Probable XI :

Brett D'Oliveira, Henry Nicholls, Adam Hose, Jake Libby, Rob Jones, Ed Pollock, Kashif Ali, Rehaan Edavalath, Gareth Roderick, Henry Cullen, Jacob Duffy.

Northamptonshire Steelbacks Probable XI :

Ravi Bopara, Luke Procter, Rob Keogh, George Bartlett, Matthew Breetzke, Ricardo Vasconcelos, Saif Zaib, James Sales, Justin Broad, Krish Patel, Arush Buchake.

Conclusion

Both teams are evenly matched in terms of batting strength and bowling depth, and this match promises to be an exciting contest. Worcestershire Rapids will look to make the most of their home advantage, while Northamptonshire Steelbacks will aim to take the game to them with a strong all-round performance. The result will likely depend on the middle overs where key partnerships can either set up a big total or take the game away from the opposition. Keep an eye on the WOR vs NOR Live Score, as this game is sure to be a thrilling encounter.