Derbyshire vs Leicestershire predictions, Jul 12, 2026

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Derbyshire

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As Derbyshire Falcons prepare to host Leicestershire County Cricket Club in the highly anticipated Vitality Blast match on July 12, 2026, both teams will be eager to turn their fortunes around following a string of disappointing performances.

Recent form has seen Derbyshire falter, failing to secure a victory in their last five matches, where they have struggled to find consistency in both batting and bowling departments. Leicestershire, similarly, has also faced a challenging run, with no wins in their last five encounters. Both teams will need to address their vulnerabilities to break this streak.

From a tactical perspective, Derbyshire will rely on their home advantage to invigorate their game plan, looking to capitalize on local conditions. However, Leicestershire’s attacking approach may pose a threat if they can harness their momentum effectively.

Bookmakers have assigned odds of 2.0 for a home win and 1.76 for an away victory, reflecting a closely matched contest. Model predictions suggest a nearly even split, with a 49.8% chance of a Derbyshire win and a marginally higher 50.2% for Leicestershire. Given the stakes and both teams’ need for a turnaround, fans can expect an engaging encounter, though no outcome is guaranteed.

This preview is generated with the Welcome.Bet AI Insights Engine, combining form data, betting odds, and semantic SEO optimization to deliver relevant match analysis for fans and bettors alike from 2026-07-10T20:52:02+00:00.

Derbyshire
53.3%
Leicestershire
46.7%

Outrights of Vitality Blast Derbyshire: 0.67%

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Latest Results

10.07.26 Durham Jets – Derbyshire Falcons – 165:160
08.07.26 Derbyshire Falcons – Somerset County Cricket Club – 187:214
06.07.26 Lancashire County Cricket Club – Derbyshire Falcons – 150:150
01.07.26 Derbyshire Falcons – Lancashire County Cricket Club – 201:205
28.06.26 Derbyshire Falcons – Yorkshire County Cricket Club – 215:215
10.07.26 Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club – Leicestershire County Cricket Club – 149:143
08.07.26 Leicestershire County Cricket Club – Durham Jets – 156:160
05.07.26 Yorkshire County Cricket Club – Leicestershire County Cricket Club – 207:166
28.06.26 Leicestershire County Cricket Club – Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club – 135:209
26.06.26 Leicestershire County Cricket Club – Lancashire County Cricket Club – 156:160

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Derbyshire won 2.
  • Recent form of Derbyshire has been disappointing (last 5 games: 0 wins).
  • Leicestershire has suffered multiple defeats recently (in the last 5 games, wins – 0).
  • Derbyshire may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • In this match, both teams have almost equal chances to win.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Derbyshire won 10 matches, drew 1 match, lost 9 matches, and goals 5558:6315. (average 277.9:315.8).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Derbyshire won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 2605:3270. (average 289.4:363.3).

    Latest Head To Head

    27.05.26 Leicestershire County Cricket Club – Derbyshire Falcons – 145:230
    20.08.25 Leicestershire County Cricket Club – Derbyshire Falcons – 312:312
    22.07.25 Derbyshire Falcons – Leicestershire County Cricket Club – 189:398
    14.06.25 Derbyshire Falcons – Leicestershire County Cricket Club – 197:196
    30.05.25 Leicestershire County Cricket Club – Derbyshire Falcons – 171:170

    Standings

    Draw

    Play Offs

    Quarter-finals

    1 Lancashire (1) Kent (4) 156 : 153
    2 Somerset (2) Warwickshire / Birmingham Bears (3) 191 : 190
    3 Durham (2) Hampshire (3) 195 : 221
    4 Surrey (1) Northamptonshire (4) 147 : 154

    Semi-finals

    1 Lancashire (1) Somerset (2) 159 : 182
    2 Hampshire (3) Northamptonshire (4) 155 : 158

    Final

    1 Somerset (2) Hampshire (3) 195 : 194

    Vitality Blast Outrights

    1. Surrey: 5.4 (14.9%)

    2. Northamptonshire: 5.5 (14.63%)

    3. Hampshire: 5.6 (14.37%)

    4. Nottinghamshire: 6.5 (12.38%)

    5. Yorkshire: 7.5 (10.73%)

    6. Somerset: 13 (6.19%)

    7. Gloucestershire: 15 (5.36%)

    8. Worcestershire: 17 (4.73%)

    9. Lancashire: 21 (3.83%)

    10. Essex: 26 (3.09%)

    11. Glamorgan: 29 (2.77%)

    12. Warwickshire: 34 (2.37%)

    13. Kent: 41 (1.96%)

    14. Durham: 60.2 (1.34%)

    15. Derbyshire: 120.2 (0.67%)

    16. Middlesex: 120.2 (0.67%)

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