Leicestershire vs Durham predictions, Jul 08, 2026

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As Leicestershire prepares to host Durham Jets in the Vitality Blast on July 8, 2026, both teams enter the match with contrasting recent form that could heavily influence the outcome. Leicestershire has struggled in their last five outings, securing victory only once, which raises questions about their consistency and ability to perform under pressure at home.

In contrast, Durham Jets have shown a stronger performance lately, winning three of their last five matches. This uptick in form may bolster their confidence as they look to capitalize on their momentum.

Tactically, Leicestershire will need to leverage their home advantage, fostering a supportive atmosphere that could play a crucial role in galvanizing their efforts. On the other hand, Durham Jets will aim to exploit Leicestershire’s vulnerabilities, utilizing their recent successes to apply sustained pressure.

Bookmaker odds reflect this disparity, with Leicestershire at 2.23 for a home win and Durham at 1.64 for an away victory, indicating a preference for the Jets in the betting markets. The predictive model also favors Durham with a 55.6% probability of an away win versus 44.4% for Leicestershire. As both teams face off, it promises to be a compelling encounter with no guarantees on the final result.

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 2026-07-06T02:52:02+00:00.

Leicestershire 42.5%

Durham 57.5%

Outrights of Vitality Blast Durham: 1.21% Leicestershire: 0.79%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	2.15		1.7
	2.35		1.61
	2.3		1.6
	2.3		1.6

Latest Results

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 19.06.26 Leicestershire County Cricket Club – Yorkshire County Cricket Club – 453:185 12.06.26 Leicestershire County Cricket Club – Essex Eagles – 187:401

05.07.26 Durham Jets – Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club – 164:166 03.07.26 Yorkshire County Cricket Club – Durham Jets – 208:205 28.06.26 Middlesex County Cricket Club – Durham Jets – 118:218 19.06.26 Durham Jets – Northamptonshire County Cricket Club – 701:700 12.06.26 Durham Jets – Derbyshire Falcons – 377:118

Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Leicestershire won 2.

Recent form of Leicestershire has been disappointing (last 5 games: 1 wins).

Durham‘s form has been unstable in recent games (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).

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

Recently, Leicestershire has had a series of home games.

Durham could have a small edge in this match.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Leicestershire won 8 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 12 matches, and goals 4276:4916. (average 213.8:245.8).

Including home matches between the teams, Leicestershire won 4 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 2246:2447. (average 224.6:244.7).

Latest Head To Head

24.05.26 Durham Jets – Leicestershire County Cricket Club – 150:148 15.07.25 Durham Jets – Leicestershire County Cricket Club – Abandoned 06.06.25 Leicestershire County Cricket Club – Durham Jets – 193:187 12.06.24 Durham Jets – Leicestershire County Cricket Club – 130:140 07.06.24 Leicestershire County Cricket Club – Durham Jets – 176:178

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. Northamptonshire: 5.5 (14.4%)

2. Hampshire: 5.5 (14.4%)

3. Surrey: 5.5 (14.4%)

4. Nottinghamshire: 6.5 (12.19%)

5. Yorkshire: 7.5 (10.56%)

6. Gloucestershire: 15 (5.28%)

7. Somerset: 15 (5.28%)

8. Lancashire: 17 (4.66%)

9. Worcestershire: 17 (4.66%)

10. Essex: 26 (3.05%)

11. Glamorgan: 26 (3.05%)

12. Warwickshire: 34 (2.33%)

13. Kent: 41 (1.93%)

14. Derbyshire: 65.4 (1.21%)

15. Durham: 65.4 (1.21%)

16. Leicestershire: 100.2 (0.79%)

17. Middlesex: 130.2 (0.61%)

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