Published on: Aug 29, 2023 2:30 pm IST|Updated on: Sep 1, 2023 5:43 pm IST
Leicestershire and Gloucestershire will be embroiled in an intense showdown in the upcoming semi-final match of the 2023 One Day Cup on August 29. The second semi-final match will start at 6:30 PM IST and will be played at Grace Road Cricket Ground in Leicester. Leicestershire endured a dominating ride through the group stage of the tournament which helped them cement their spot at the top of Group A points table. Their stellar run of seven victories in eight games secured them a direct berth in the semi-finals. Gloucestershire’s journey on the other hand has been equally impressive. They claimed the second position in the Group B points table, winning six out of eight games. They beat Lancashire with ease in their last quarter-finals to seal their spot in the semi-finals.
As all eyes are set on the upcoming LEI vs GLO Dream11 clash, we bring you everything that you need to know about the second semi-final match between two evenly balanced sides.
Leicestershire vs Gloucestershire, Second Semi-Final of One-Day Cup 2023 29 August, 6:30 PM IST Grace Road Cricket Ground, Leicester, England
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Hampshire and Warwickshire are in the middle of an impressive winning streak. Both Leicestershire and Gloucestershire have won 5 games on the trot with very little separating the two sides. However, in their last 5 encounters in List A cricket, Gloucestershire has emerged victorious in 3 out of 5 matches.
Form Guide
Leicestershire: WWWWW Gloucestershire: WWWWW
We can expect a fair contest at the Grace Road ground as the pitch has a tendency to provide something for both the batters and bowlers. As the match unfolds, batters will gradually be able to cut loose, but the initial overs could favor the bowlers. The pitch’s evolving nature might also favor spinners as the game progresses. Past statistics from this ground indicate that the teams bowling first have had greater success winning 11 out of 20 games. With the average first innings score being around 218, anything beyond that score will be a match-winning total on this venue.
Last result at the venue
Match: Sri Lanka Under-19s vs England Under-19s Sri Lanka Under-19s: 252/10 in 50 overs England Under-19s: 253/8 in 44.3 overs
England Under-19 won by 2 wickets.
At present, there are no major news updates emerging from the Leicestershire camp.
Peter Handscomb’s Record in List A
Wiaan Mulder’s Record in List A
At present, there are no major news updates emerging from the Gloucestershire camp.
Oliver Price’s Record in List A
Miles Hammond’s Record in List A
Leicestershire’s commanding performance and direct path to the semis make them favorites. However, Gloucestershire possesses a 3-2 win record against Leicestershire in List A Cricket. Besides, there is a slim possibility that Gloucestershire’s resilience and momentum could tip the scales in their favor. We can expect a nail-biting thriller in this important clash but given Leicestershire’s red-hot form in this season, they may have the upper hand.
Wicket-keepers: Louis Kimber Batsmen: Miles Hammond, Oliver Price, Peter Handscomb, Lewis Hill All-rounder: Wiaan Mulder, Jack Taylor, Tom Price Bowlers: Matt Salisbury, Chris Wright, Paul van Meekeren
For Small League, Head to Head contest: Oliver Price, Peter Handscomb
For Grand League, Mega Contest: Wiaan Mulder, Graeme van Buuren
Telecast: N/A
Live Streaming: England Cricket Board’s website and the ECB app