GLO vs SOM Match Prediction by E2bet, 43rd T20 Match Details – Who will win today's match?

The 43rd match of the T20 tournament brings us an exciting contest between Gloucestershire vs Somerset. With both teams aiming to boost their position in the standings, this match promises to deliver great action for cricket fans. Gloucestershire have shown flashes of brilliance, but consistency has been their biggest challenge this season. On the other hand, Somerset look more balanced and in form, making them the likely favorites going into this match.

Match Details: Gloucestershire vs Somerset

Location: Ashley Down, Bristol

Venue: County Ground, Bristol

Date & Time: 13th June, 12:00 PM BST (Local Time)

Live Streaming Platform: Toffee

Stadium Capacity: 8,000

Established: 1889

Home Team: Gloucestershire County Cricket Club

End Names: Ashley Down Road End & Bristol Pavilion End

Floodlights: Available

This historic venue in Bristol is known for its passionate crowd and well-maintained surface. It’s Gloucestershire’s home turf, but Somerset are no strangers to playing in pressure situations, even away from home.

Head-to-Head Record in T20s

In the past encounters between Gloucestershire and Somerset, Somerset have had a slight upper hand. Out of the 38 T20 matches played between them:

Gloucestershire have won 17

Somerset have claimed 19 victories

2 matches ended with no result

This close record shows that while Somerset have an edge, Gloucestershire are more than capable of causing an upset.

Recent Team Form – Last 5 Matches

Gloucestershire (GLO): L, L, L, W, W

Somerset (SOM): W, W, W, W, L

Somerset come into this match with four wins in their last five games, displaying solid all-round cricket. Gloucestershire, however, have struggled lately, losing three back-to-back games before picking up two wins. They’ll need to build on that momentum to challenge Somerset.

Last 5 Head-to-Head Matches

15 Sep 2024: Gloucestershire won

07 Jul 2024: Gloucestershire won

22 Jun 2024: Gloucestershire won

24 Jun 2023: Somerset won

10 Jun 2023: Somerset won

Interestingly, Gloucestershire have defeated Somerset in their last three meetings. That will surely give them some confidence going into this fixture.

Weather Report for Bristol

Temperature: Around 22°C

Humidity: 71%

Wind Speed: 16 km/h

Cloud Cover: 25%

The weather looks good for cricket, with mild temperatures and only partial cloud cover expected. There shouldn’t be any weather-related interruptions.

Pitch Report – County Ground, Bristol

The pitch at the County Ground is typically good for batting, especially under clear skies. Early on, fast bowlers might get some movement off the surface, but as the match progresses, the pitch tends to slow down and assist the spinners.

Teams have had a fair split between batting first and chasing. However, recent games suggest chasing is slightly easier here. So, the toss could play a key role.

Total Matches Played: 13

Wins Batting First: 6

Wins Batting Second: 7

Average Score: 166

Highest Score: 234/6

Lowest Score: 114/10

Batting second has been marginally more successful, making the toss decision all the more interesting.

Probable Playing XIs

Gloucestershire:

Cameron Bancroft (wk)

Miles Hammond

D'Arcy Short

Ollie Price

Jack Taylor (c)

Ben Charlesworth

James Bracey

Matt Taylor

David Payne

Ajeet Singh Dale

Tom Smith

Somerset:

Thomas Rew (wk)

Will Smeed

Tom Lammonby

Tom Kohler-Cadmore

Tom Abell

Lewis Gregory (c)

Ben Green

Craig Overton

Lewis Goldsworthy

Matt Henry

Riley Meredith

Both squads have some strong names, but Somerset’s lineup looks more settled and in better recent form.

Injury and Availability News

There haven’t been any confirmed injury updates from either camp. Any changes or player fitness concerns will be updated before the match if announced officially.

Match Tips and Key Insights

Toss Prediction: Gloucestershire might win the toss.

Likely Match Winner: Somerset have better form and a stronger lineup.

Total Boundaries Prediction: Over 35 boundaries expected.

Player to Watch: Tom Kohler-Cadmore – in good touch and can play a game-changing knock.

Expected 1st Innings Total: 160+

Top Wicket-Taker Prediction: Jack Joshua Carson could be the leading wicket-taker, if he plays.

Final Verdict – Who Will Win?

Considering the form, balance, and performance of both sides, Somerset seem to be the stronger team coming into this match. They have won more matches recently and have a more consistent core group of players. While Gloucestershire do have the advantage of playing at home and have beaten Somerset in recent matches, Somerset’s current momentum gives them the edge

Prediction: Somerset will win the match.