MID vs ESS Match Prediction by E2bet, 62nd T20 Match Details – Who will win today's match?

The 62nd T20 match of the season will be played between Middlesex vs Essex. This match is expected to be exciting as both teams are trying their best to stay in the race for the top positions. However, judging by the recent form and team balance, Essex looks stronger on paper and has a better chance of winning today’s match.

While Middlesex has shown moments of brilliance, their inconsistency has cost them in recent games. On the other hand, Essex have struggled too, but their squad depth and experience may help them bounce back strongly.

Let’s take a deeper look into the match details, team forms, and all you need to know before this clash at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground.

Match Details – MID vs ESS

Location: St John's Wood, Westminster, Greater London

Venue: Lord's, London

Date & Time: 19th June / 11:15 PM BST LOCAL Time

Live Streaming: Available on Toffee

Established: 1787

Stadium Capacity: 31,100

Owner: Marylebone Cricket Club

Home Team: England and Wales Cricket Board

Ends: Nursery End & Pavilion End

Floodlights: Yes, available for night matches

Lord’s, known as the "Home of Cricket", is always a great venue to host T20 matches. The energy, crowd, and conditions often create memorable moments for both players and fans.

Head-to-Head Record – MID vs ESS

Over the years, Middlesex and Essex have played against each other multiple times in the T20 format. Out of 39 matches:

Essex has won 21 games.

Middlesex has managed to win 17.

1 match ended with no result.

This clearly shows Essex has a slight upper hand in their rivalry, but T20 cricket is always full of surprises.

Recent Form – How the Teams Are Performing

Looking at the last five matches, Middlesex has won only one game, while Essex has lost all five of their recent matches. Both teams are not in great shape, but Middlesex has at least one win to boost their confidence.

Middlesex (Last 5 Matches):

Loss, Win, Loss, Loss, Loss

Essex (Last 5 Matches):

Loss, Loss, Loss, Loss, Loss

Recent Encounters – Head-to-Head in Last 5 Matches

Here’s how their recent five meetings have gone:

08 June 2025 – Middlesex won

14 June 2024 – Essex won

02 June 2024 – Essex won

01 July 2023 – Middlesex won

18 June 2023 – Essex won

From this, it’s clear that Essex has had the edge recently, winning 3 of the last 5 encounters.

Weather Report – What to Expect on Match Day

The weather for today’s match looks clear, with no rain expected.

Temperature: Around 30°C

Humidity: 40%

Wind Speed: 18 km/h

Cloud Cover: 0%

The conditions seem ideal for a full match without any weather interruptions.

Pitch Report – Lord’s, London

The pitch at Lord’s is generally batting-friendly but can help fast bowlers early on with some bounce and movement. As the match progresses, the pitch tends to slow down, bringing spin bowlers into the game. The team that wins the toss should consider batting first, especially with the pitch expected to play better in the first half.

Total Matches Played at Lord’s: 13

Wins batting first: 7

Wins chasing: 5

Average 1st innings score: 151

Highest score recorded: 199/4

Lowest score: 85 all out

Probable Playing XIs

Middlesex (MID):

Stephen Eskinazi (Captain & Wicketkeeper), Kane Williamson, Max Holden, Ben Geddes, Leus du Plooy, Ryan Higgins, Jack Davies (Wicketkeeper), Luke Hollman, Zafar Gohar, Tom Helm, Noah Cornwell

Essex (ESS):

Dean Elgar, Michael-Kyle Pepper (Wicketkeeper), Jordan Cox, Paul Walter, Matt Critchley, Luc Benkenstein, Charles Allison, Noah Thain, Simon Harmer (Captain), Shane Snater, Mohammad Amir

Injury & Availability News

No official injury updates have been reported yet. All players are expected to be available unless there are last-minute changes.

Expert Betting Tips – Who Might Shine?

Toss Winner Prediction: Nottinghamshire

Match Winner Prediction: Essex

Most Boundaries: 35+ in total

Player of the Match Prediction: Jordan Cox

Predicted 1st Innings Total: 170+

Top Wicket-Taker: Shane Snater

My Prediction

Looking at the squad strength, past records, and current form, Essex seems more likely to win this clash. Middlesex will need a strong batting performance and early breakthroughs if they want to turn the tables.