Essex vs Hampshire predictions, Jul 31, 2026

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On July 31, 2026, Essex Eagles will host Hampshire County Cricket Club in an exciting Royal London One-Day Cup clash. Both teams enter this match with contrasting recent forms, adding intrigue to the contest. Essex has struggled somewhat, managing to secure victory in only 2 of their last 5 matches. Their batting lineup will need to step up to support a relatively inconsistent bowling attack, which has struggled to contain opposing runs at critical moments.

In contrast, Hampshire has been the more formidable side recently, winning 3 of their last 5 encounters. The squad’s combination of strong batting depth and effective pace attack provides them with an edge. Their ability to adapt to match conditions could be pivotal, especially in navigating the Essex bowlers early in the innings.

Bookmakers currently favor Hampshire at odds of 1.64 compared to 2.22 for Essex. Our model suggests a 43% probability of a home win for Essex and a 57% likelihood of an away victory for Hampshire, reflecting the recent performance trends. While the stats favor Hampshire, cricket is known for its surprises, and Essex will be eager to capitalize on their home advantage. Ultimately, the outcome remains uncertain, and both sides have the potential to claim victory.

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Essex 42.4%

Hampshire 57.6%

Outrights of Royal London One-Day Cup Hampshire: 6.08% Essex: 3.04%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	2.2		1.68
	2.27		1.65
	2.25		1.65
	2.2		1.6

Latest Results

29.07.26 Sussex County Cricket Club – Essex Eagles – 320:316 26.07.26 Essex Eagles – Derbyshire Falcons – 257:248 21.07.26 Middlesex County Cricket Club – Essex Eagles – 294:253 15.07.26 Hampshire County Cricket Club – Essex Eagles – 211:136 12.07.26 Surrey County Cricket Club – Essex Eagles – 123:124

26.07.26 Worcestershire County Cricket Club – Hampshire County Cricket Club – 307:303 24.07.26 Hampshire County Cricket Club – Middlesex County Cricket Club – 124:284 21.07.26 Yorkshire County Cricket Club – Hampshire County Cricket Club – 270:320 18.07.26 Hampshire County Cricket Club – Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club – 187:160 15.07.26 Hampshire County Cricket Club – Essex Eagles – 211:136

Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Essex won 3.

Both teams are showing inconsistent performances lately.

Hampshire may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.

Recently, Essex has had a series of away games.

Hampshire might have a minor edge in this game.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Essex won 9 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 11 matches, and goals 5051:5104. (average 252.6:255.2).

Including home matches between the teams, Essex won 6 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 2392:2585. (average 265.8:287.2).

Latest Head To Head

15.07.26 Hampshire County Cricket Club – Essex Eagles – 211:136 10.07.26 Essex Eagles – Hampshire County Cricket Club – 134:130 26.05.26 Hampshire County Cricket Club – Essex Eagles – 200:170 08.05.26 Essex Eagles – Hampshire County Cricket Club – 451:449 03.04.26 Hampshire County Cricket Club – Essex Eagles – 156:461

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

Royal London One-Day Cup Outrights

1. Nottinghamshire: 6 (13.18%)

2. Durham: 7 (11.3%)

3. Yorkshire: 7 (11.3%)

4. Somerset: 8.5 (9.3%)

5. Middlesex: 9 (8.79%)

6. Hampshire: 13 (6.08%)

7. Lancashire: 13 (6.08%)

8. Worcestershire: 15 (5.27%)

9. Gloucestershire: 15 (5.27%)

10. Surrey: 23 (3.44%)

11. Essex: 26 (3.04%)

12. Sussex: 26 (3.04%)

13. Northamptonshire: 26 (3.04%)

14. Kent: 26 (3.04%)

15. Warwickshire: 29 (2.73%)

16. Leicestershire: 29 (2.73%)

17. Glamorgan: 50.2 (1.58%)

18. Derbyshire: 100.2 (0.79%)

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