Essex vs Sussex predictions, Sep 02, 2026

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On September 2, 2026, Essex Eagles will host Sussex County Cricket Club in a County Championship clash that has the potential to significantly impact the standings. Essex enters the match with a solid track record, having secured victories in 2 of their last 5 outings. Their recent performance suggests a resilient side capable of capitalizing on home advantage at their home ground.

In contrast, Sussex has struggled, failing to register a win in their last 5 matches. This trend could weigh heavily on their confidence as they face an Essex side that is not only determined but also carries a favorable head-to-head advantage on their home turf. The current bookmakers’ odds favor the home team at 1.59, reflecting their stronger form compared to Sussex’s odds of 2.27.

Strategically, Essex will look to leverage their batting depth and effective bowling attack, precisely where Sussex will need to tighten up their game. With a probability model predicting a 57.2% likelihood of an Essex win versus 42.8% for Sussex, the matchup presents a clear, albeit challenging, narrative for the visitors. In conclusion, while Essex holds the upper hand on paper, cricket remains an unpredictable sport, and all outcomes are possible.

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Essex 58.8%

Sussex 41.2%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.59		2.27

Latest Results

27.08.26 Essex Eagles – Surrey County Cricket Club – 279:481 20.08.26 Somerset County Cricket Club – Essex Eagles – 572:570 11.08.26 Essex Eagles – Yorkshire County Cricket Club – 151:155 07.08.26 Glamorgan County Cricket Club – Essex Eagles – 309:312 02.08.26 Essex Eagles – Worcestershire County Cricket Club – 376:269

27.08.26 Sussex County Cricket Club – Somerset County Cricket Club – 312:552 20.08.26 Warwickshire Birmingham Bears – Sussex County Cricket Club – 367:363 11.08.26 Middlesex County Cricket Club – Sussex County Cricket Club – 354:262 07.08.26 Sussex County Cricket Club – Worcestershire County Cricket Club – 333:334 02.08.26 Derbyshire Falcons – Sussex County Cricket Club – 325:137

Facts

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

Essex has been quite unpredictable recently (last 5 games: 2 wins).

Sussex has been on a rough run of results (in the last 5 games, wins – 0).

Essex could have a small edge in this match.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Essex won 13 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 7 matches, and goals 4167:3584. (average 208.4:179.2).

Including home matches between the teams, Essex won 4 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 1495:1389. (average 186.9:173.6).

Latest Head To Head

29.07.26 Sussex County Cricket Club – Essex Eagles – 320:316 03.07.26 Sussex County Cricket Club – Essex Eagles – 104:204 22.05.26 Essex Eagles – Sussex County Cricket Club – 191:192 22.07.25 Sussex County Cricket Club – Essex Eagles – 204:504 11.07.25 Essex Eagles – Sussex County Cricket Club – 148:145

Standings

		Pts	W	L	D	N/R		Pts
1	Nottinghamshire	10	5	1	4	0	5140:4643	151
2	Somerset	10	5	2	3	0	5654:4528	149
3	Warwickshire	10	3	2	5	0	4572:5480	130
4	Glamorgan	10	3	3	4	0	4690:4913	118
5	Yorkshire	10	3	3	4	0	4572:5033	116
6	Essex	10	4	4	2	0	4655:4570	115
7	Sussex	10	4	4	2	0	5134:5021	108
8	Surrey	10	1	3	6	0	5533:5654	102
9	Leicestershire	10	2	5	3	0	4854:5271	99
10	Hampshire	10	2	5	3	0	4579:4270	83

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