MID vs SUS Today’s Match Prediction & Cricket Betting Tips: English T20 Blast 2025, Match 1, May 29th
Published on: May 29, 2025 1:43 pm IST | Updated on: May 30, 2025 2:01 pm IST
The new season of Vitality T20 Blast is here. The premier T20 tournament in England, wherein 133 matches will be played in a span of 4 months, will offer an exciting brand of T20 cricket. The opening day will witness two matches, and we are here with the betting tips for the tournament opener, Middlesex vs Sussex at the home of cricket, i.e., the Lord’s Cricket Ground in London. In this post, we have come up with free expert tips for the English T20 Blast 2025 Match 1, MID vs SUS.
Win Probability: MID vs SUS
Sussex enters the Vitality Blast 2025 opener against Middlesex as the favorites. Their recent dominance over Middlesex, winning four of their last five encounters, gives them an edge. Sussex’s batting lineup, featuring Daniel Hughes and James Coles, has been consistent, while their bowling attack, led by Tymal Mills, remains formidable. Middlesex, on the other hand, has strengthened their squad with the inclusion of former Blackcaps skipper Kane Williamson, adding stability to the middle order. With Sussex having the upper hand in the past over Middlesex, they will enter as the favorites. Let’s continue with the post and find out the best cricket tips for the MID vs SUS English T20 Blast 2025 match.
MID: 54% win chance
SUS: 46% win chance
- Both teams would be hoping for a better show this season.
- Middlesex has been pummeled in the past by Sussex Sharks on multiple occasions.
- Middlesex finished the South Group almost at the bottom last season with only 3 wins from 14 games.
- Sussex Sharks will look to build on the momentum from last season, where they won 9 of their 14 fixtures.
- Sussex Sharks will enter as the favorites in this game.
Cricket Betting Tips for MID vs SUS- English T20 Blast, Match 1
Stephen Eskinazi to score Over 19.5
Middlesex skipper Stephen Eskinazi is among their premier batters. He is expected to open the innings and will be key at the top. Expect him to score somewhere between 20-30 in this match.
Kane Williamson to score Over 23.5
Middlesex's international recruit Kane Williamson will be the backbone in the middle order. The right-hander is expected to score above 30 in this game.
Daniel Hughes to score Over 24.5
The Aussie is a hard-hitting right-hander who will be looking to give his team a rollicking start. Expect him to come good in this match.
Tom Alsop to score Over 20.5
The swashbuckling left-hand batter was among the top run-getters for the team last season. He will be vital once again.
MID vs SUS Today’s Match Prediction
Check out the English T20 Blast prediction for the MID vs SUS match.
Middlesex will look to start afresh after last season’s debacle
Middlesex had a dreadful season last time around, as they managed to win only 3 of their 14 South Group games and finished second last on the group table. The team will aim to reverse their fortunes from the last season and turn the tables around.
The team has made one of the most dynamic changes to their squad this season with the inclusion of former New Zealand skipper and one of the modern-day greats, Kane Williamson. The 34-year-old will be making his debut for Middlesex and must fill the massive void left by their top run-scorer from last season, Martin Andersson, as the latter has joined Derbyshire Falcons this season.
On the bowling front, the team will be banking on the form of all-rounder Luke Hollman, who had a massive impact last season. The leggy scalped 23 wickets from 11 games last season and once again will play a vital role this season. Among other bowlers, the pace duo of Blake Cullen and youngster Noah Cornwell.
Sussex Sharks would want to continue from where they left off last season.
Sussex Sharks had a brilliant run last time around and will look to build on the momentum from last season. The team won 9 of their 14 games last season but unfortunately lost to the eventual champions, Gloucestershire, in the semi-final.
The team heavily relies on their top 5 in the batting unit, which includes Harrison Ward, Daniel Hughes, James Cole, Tom Alsop, and Tom Clark. These batters are the lynchpin of the Sharks’ batting and will hold the key not only in this fixture but in the whole season.
If we talk about the bowling department, skipper Tymal Mills will be spearheading the unit. The veteran left-arm pacer scalped 24 wickets last season and was ably supported by another veteran, James Cole, who scalped 12. The duo will be important for the side throughout the season. Let’s move ahead and check the cricket tips.
MID vs SUS Head-to-Head
Matches Played: 30
SUS won: 22
MID won: 8
No Result: 0
Middlesex and Sussex have collided 30 times in Vitality T20 Blast history. Sussex Sharks lead the head-to-head battle quite comfortably by 22 wins, whereas Middlesex Panthers have won only 8 times. Even in the last 5 encounters between the two sides, Sussex leads with 4-1.
Team Analysis: Middlesex Panthers vs Sussex Sharks
How will the two teams, i.e., Middlesex Panthers and Sussex Sharks, fare in the English T20 Blast 2025 Match 1? Let’s take a look.
Middlesex Panthers (MID)
- The Middlesex Panthers have announced a 13-man squad led by senior batter Stephen Eskinazi.
- Former Blackcaps skipper Kane Williamson has joined the squad as their international signing.
- Eskinazi will be opening the innings along with Leus du Plooy.
- The likes of Kane Williamson, Ben Geddes, Jack Davies, and Ryan Higgins will form the middle order.
- In the bowling unit, the onus would be on Tom Helm, Noah Cornwell, and Henry Brookes.
Expected Starting 11
Stevie Eskinazi (c), Leus du Plooy, Ben Geddes, Jack Davies (wk), Kane Williamson, Ryan Higgins, Luke Hollman, Blake Cullen, Tom Helm, Noah Cornwell, Henry Brookes
Sussex Sharks (SUS)
- The Sharks are expected to field the same eleven they used in their rain-curtailed practice game against Berkshire.
- Daniel Hughes, the Australian, will be opening the innings alongside Harrison Ward.
- The likes of George Thomas, Tom Alsop, and Tom Clark will form the middle and lower middle order.
- Skipper Tymal Mills will be leading the bowling frontier. He will be supported by the likes of Jack Carson, Danny Lamb, and James Coles.
Expected Starting 11:
Weather Conditions and Pitch Report
Here’s the pitch and weather report for English T20 Blast 2025 Match 1, MID vs SUS at the Lord’s Cricket Ground, London:
| Pitch Report | Weather Report |
|---|---|
| Traditionally, a batting-friendly pitch, offering good bounce and carry. | The temperature is expected to be 17-20°C during the match. |
| Average first innings score: 109 runs, indicating a competitive but not excessively high-scoring surface. | Humidity levels between 72% and 86%, which could impact swing bowling. |
| Ideal for stroke players, with the ball coming onto the bat nicely. | 10% chance of rain, but no major interruptions expected. |
| Pacers may get early movement, while spinners could play a role in the middle overs. | Light breeze, favoring spin bowling in the second innings. |
| Teams chasing have had a slight edge, with successful run chases in recent matches. | Partly cloudy skies ensure comfortable playing conditions. |
Toss Prediction
With a rain threat looming and overcast conditions expected at the start of the game, chasing would be a better and more reliable option. Therefore, the team winning the toss should look to chase and take advantage of the overcast conditions early on as the white ball will be swinging well.
Where to Watch Today’s Match
The online live streaming of the English T20 Blast 2025 Match 1 between Middlesex Panthers and Sussex Sharks will be streaming live in India on SonyLiv and Fancode apps. There is no live TV streaming available for the tournament in India.
MID vs SUS: Today’s IPL Match Predictions
Middlesex and Sussex have a great history. However, if we talk about their battles on the field, Sussex has dominated in head-to-head battles, and they will start as favorites to win the tournament opener. Therefore, as per our Vitality T20 Blast Prediction, the Sussex Sharks are expected to win the MID vs SUS Dream11 Prediction contest.