Derbyshire vs Sussex predictions, Aug 02, 2026

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Derbyshire

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As the Royal London One-Day Cup approaches, Derbyshire Falcons are set to host Sussex County Cricket Club at their home ground on August 2, 2026. Both teams come into this clash with contrasting form; Derbyshire has secured wins in 2 of their last 5 matches, demonstrating a degree of resilience, while Sussex has struggled, managing just 1 victory across the same number of games.

The bookmakers favor the Falcons, offering odds of 1.6 for a home win compared to 2.31 for Sussex. This reflects Derbyshire’s stronger current performance and their home advantage, which often proves pivotal in limited-overs cricket. A closer look at their recent matches suggests that Derbyshire has been effective in leveraging their bowling attack to restrict opposing teams, while Sussex will need to address inconsistencies in both their batting and bowling line-ups if they hope to upset the odds.

Statistical models project a 57.1% probability of a home win for Derbyshire, while Sussex stands at 42.9% for an away victory, with no draws expected in this format. While Derbyshire appears to have the upper hand, cricket can be unpredictable, and Sussex’s potential for an upset should not be underestimated. Both teams will be looking to capitalize on this critical opportunity in the competition, making for an intriguing encounter.

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Derbyshire
59.1%
Sussex
40.9%

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Betting Odds

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MarathonBet 1.59 2.39
WilliamHill 1.57 2.35
Best for US Customers 1.55 2.35

Latest Results

31.07.26 Derbyshire Falcons – Glamorgan County Cricket Club – 315:271
26.07.26 Essex Eagles – Derbyshire Falcons – 257:248
24.07.26 Worcestershire County Cricket Club – Derbyshire Falcons – 143:138
21.07.26 Derbyshire Falcons – Durham Jets – 256:257
12.07.26 Derbyshire Falcons – Leicestershire County Cricket Club – 172:171
29.07.26 Sussex County Cricket Club – Essex Eagles – 320:316
26.07.26 Sussex County Cricket Club – Yorkshire County Cricket Club – 140:325
24.07.26 Durham Jets – Sussex County Cricket Club – 352:280
22.07.26 Glamorgan County Cricket Club – Sussex County Cricket Club – 295:283
12.07.26 Sussex County Cricket Club – Hampshire County Cricket Club – 186:190

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Derbyshire won 3.
  • Recent performances by Derbyshire have been up and down (last 5 games: 2 wins).
  • Sussex‘s performance has dropped in recent matches (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).
  • Sussex may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • Derbyshire might have a minor edge in this game.
  • In the last 13 head-to-head matches, Derbyshire won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 8 matches, and goals 5647:6471. (average 434.4:497.8).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Derbyshire won 3 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 2140:2427. (average 356.7:404.5).

    Latest Head To Head

    29.08.24 Sussex County Cricket Club – Derbyshire Falcons – 607:290
    03.05.24 Derbyshire Falcons – Sussex County Cricket Club – 246:479
    19.09.23 Derbyshire Falcons – Sussex County Cricket Club – 229:100
    09.08.23 Derbyshire Falcons – Sussex County Cricket Club – 302:299
    10.07.23 Sussex County Cricket Club – Derbyshire Falcons – 402:407

    Standings

    Draw

    Play Offs

    Quarter-finals

    1 Worcestershire Bye
    2 Somerset Gloucestershire 149 : 155
    3 Yorkshire Bye
    4 Hampshire Middlesex 229 : 187

    Semi-finals

    1 Worcestershire Somerset 275 : 141
    2 Yorkshire Hampshire 235 : 304

    Final

    1 Worcestershire Hampshire 188 : 237

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