Published on: Jul 16, 2025 12:18 pm IST | Updated on: Oct 1, 2025 5:08 pm IST
The home of cricket, i.e., the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground in London, is all set to host the next game of the Vitality T20 Blast 2025. From the South Group, it will be Middlesex vs Surrey. The two teams have had contrasting fortunes so far, with Surrey already eliminated from the quarterfinals and Middlesex out of contention. In this post, we have come up with free expert tips for the English T20 Blast 2025 MID vs SUR.
Middlesex are always finding ways to lose games this season. Having lost as many as 7 games out of 12, they are already out of the quarterfinal race. Meanwhile, Surrey is eyeing the top position in the South Group with a win in this contest. They currently stand second on the table and will take the pole position if they win this fixture. Surrey will have a better win probability heading into this fixture. Let’s continue with the post and find out the best cricket tips for the MID vs SUR English T20 Blast 2025 match.
MID: 62% win chance SUR: 38% win chance
Will Jacks has been leading the batting charts for Surrey Lions this season. The prolific all-rounder has scored 352 runs in just 8 innings so far at a fabulous strike rate of 166.82.
Surrey veteran Jason Roy has played some crucial knocks batting at no 3 this season. He will be a good bet in this game.
Middlesex opener Stevie Eskinazi is the leading run-scorer for his side this season. From 10 innings, Eskinazi has 366 runs to his name at a strike-rate of 144.09.
Higgins may bat lower down the order but is a good striker of the ball. He is a 2-dimensional player and will give you some overs as well. Therefore, he remains a good bet in this game.
Check out the English T20 Blast prediction for the MID vs SUR match.
Surrey has hit their stride in the Vitality T20 Blast 2025, carving out a dominant run that has left rivals trailing in their wake. With a dynamic blend of seasoned campaigners and fearless youngsters, they’ve struck a near-perfect balance across the departments. Their batting unit, led by blistering openers and backed by a powerful middle order, has consistently posted or chased down formidable totals. Equally impressive has been their bowling, where their pace attack and crafty spinners have tightened the screws on opposition lineups.
Fielding has been sharp, energy levels high, and decision-making spot on, hallmarks of a side brimming with confidence. With each passing match, Surrey looks not just competitive but commanding, eyeing the top of the South Group table with unwavering focus.
As the tournament heads toward its decisive phase, Surrey’s form suggests they won’t settle for anything less than supremacy. If they sustain this momentum, the table top position won’t remain away from them for long.
Middlesex’s journey through the Vitality T20 Blast 2025 has been riddled with missed chances and underwhelming performances, culminating in an early exit from the quarter-final race. Despite starting the tournament with flashes of optimism, their campaign quickly unraveled, marked by batting collapses, inconsistent bowling spells, and a struggle to string together wins. Each defeat further dented team morale, and the inability to close out tight contests became a recurring theme.
Injury concerns, strategic misfires, and a lack of momentum prevented Middlesex from settling into any kind of rhythm. Star players had their moments, but match-winning contributions remained scarce. As a result, they slipped down the South Group table, with qualification becoming a distant dream long before the final phase.
Now, with only pride to play for, the emphasis shifts to restoring belief and showing character. Middlesex can still use these games to blood promising talent, reward loyal fans with spirited performances, and lay early groundwork for next season. Let’s move ahead and check the cricket tips.
MID vs SUR Head-to-Head
Matches Played: 41 SUR won: 13 MID won: 28 No Result: 0
Surrey and Middlesex have had a rich history in the Vitality T20 Blast. The two sides have met 41 times, and it’s the Middlesex Panthers who have led the head-to-head battle handsomely with 28 wins. Their wins are almost double that of Surrey Lions, who have won 13 matches.
How will the two teams, i.e., Middlesex and Surrey, fare in the English T20 Blast 2025 South Group? Let’s take a look.
Stephen Eskinazi, Ben Geddes, Kane Williamson, Leus du Plooy (c), Ryan Higgins, Joe Cracknell (wk), Luke Hollman, Zafar Gohar, Tom Helm, Joshua Little, Noah Cornwell
Here’s the pitch and weather report for the English T20 Blast 2025 South Group Match, MID vs SUR at The Lord’s Cricket Ground, London:
At Lord’s, teams winning the toss in T20s typically opt to bowl first due to early seam movement and chasing advantages. Expect the captain winning the toss in the MID vs SUR clash to choose fielding first, banking on a settled pitch and minimal dew. History supports this call with a 69% win rate for chasing sides.
The online live streaming of the English T20 Blast 2025 South Group match between Middlesex Panthers and Surrey Lions will be streaming live in India on SonyLiv and Fancode apps. There is no live TV streaming available for the tournament in India.
Well, it’s a no-brainer who is going to be the favorite for this game. The Lions have been roaring, and a win is definitely in their sights to go to the top of the table in the South Group. Panthers are only playing for pride and will be the underdogs heading into this fixture. Therefore, as per our Vitality T20 Blast Prediction, Somerset is expected to win the MID vs SUR Dream11 Prediction contest.