ESS vs HAM Who will win today, 118th Match, Top Batter and Bowler Tips – English T20 Blast 2025

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ESS vs HAM Who will win today? Essex (ESS) and Hampshire (HAM) will compete in the 118th match of the English T20 Blast 2025.

Who will win today’s English T20 Blast match between Essex and Hampshire?  Find out in our prediction for today’s ESS vs. HAM match. The Essex and Hampshire cricket match will be held on Thursday, July 17, at the Essex County Cricket Club.


Match Details & Live Streaming

Match Essex vs Hampshire, 118 Match
Venue Essex County Cricket Club
Date and Time Thursday, July 17, 11:30 PM (IST)
Live Stream Fancode

Essex vs Hampshire Today Match Prediction – Team Analysis

Essex (ESS)

ESS are already out of contention for the quarterfinals but are in good touch after a solid win over Sussex. Bowling remains their strength with Mohammad Amir, Simon Harmer, and Shane Snater taking multiple wickets in the last outing. Their batting was boosted by an 87* from Michael Pepper.

Key Batters:

  • Michael Pepper – 87* off 47 balls, in superb touch

  • Jordan Cox – Capable of anchoring the innings

  • Paul Walter – Aggressive top-order batter

Key Bowlers:

  • Mohammad Amir – 3 wickets for just 16 runs

  • Simon Harmer – Key spinner with tight economy

  • Shane Snater – A genuine wicket-taker


Hampshire (HAM)

Hampshire is flying high and heading toward the quarterfinals. Their captain, James Vince, scored an unbeaten 98 in the last match, while their bowling attack ,led by James Fulle,r is firing in all cylinders. Hampshire earlier defeated Essex by a huge 106-run margin this season.

Key Batters:

  • James Vince – 98* off 49 balls, one of the most consistent batters in the league

  • Joe Weatherley – 43 off 29 balls in last game

  • Toby Albert – Provides attacking starts

Key Bowlers:

  • James Fuller – Picked up 3 wickets for just 16 runs

  • Chris Wood – Left-arm seamer with swing

  • Liam Dawson – Economical and reliable all-rounder


Essex vs Hampshire: Probable Playing 11

Essex Probable XI:

Michael Pepper, Paul Walter, Jordan Cox (wk), Charlie Allison, Matt Critchley, Luc Benkenstein, Noah Thain, Simon Harmer (c), Shane Snater, Sam Cook, Mohammad Amir

Hampshire Probable XI:

Toby Albert (wk), James Vince (c), Tom Prest, Joe Weatherley, Hilton Cartwright, James Fuller, Benny Howell, Liam Dawson, Scott Currie, Chris Wood, Sonny Baker


Essex vs Hampshire Today English T20 Blast Match Prediction

Expected the Highest run scorer for ESS in the match.

  • Michael Pepper
  • Paul Walter
Expected the Highest run scorer for HAM in the match.

  • James Vince
  • Joe Weatherley
Who will pick the most wickets for ESS in the match?

  • Mohammad Amir
  • Simon Harmer
Who will pick the most wickets for HAM in the match?

  • James Fuller
  • Liam Dawson
Team Scores Prediction

  • Essex – 180+
  • Hampshire – 190+
Which Team Will score more sixes?

  • Essex
Which Team Will score more fours?

  • Hampshire

Who will win today’s English T20 Blast match between ESS vs HAM?

Essex are playing freely with no qualification pressure, but Hampshire are just too strong and balanced in both departments.

Our Prediction: Hampshire to win this match

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