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On June 26, 2026, Northamptonshire County Cricket Club will host the Essex Eagles in a highly anticipated Vitality Blast clash at home. Both teams come into this fixture in strong form, making it an intriguing matchup for fans and bettors alike.
Northamptonshire is riding high after winning their last five matches, showcasing a well-rounded performance both with the bat and in the field. Their recent successes suggest a solid batting lineup and effective bowling attack, able to exert pressure on opponents and capitalize on scoring opportunities.
On the other hand, Essex Eagles have also been impressive, winning four of their last five games. They possess a robust bowling strategy coupled with a capable batting unit that can challenge any opposition. Their recent form indicates they are in good shape and could provide a stern test for the home side.
Bookmakers have set the odds at 1.59 for a Northamptonshire victory, compared to 2.25 for Essex. The probability model suggests a 57.2% chance of a home win against a 42.8% chance for an away victory. While Northamptonshire holds a slight edge, the contest is expected to be competitive, and outcomes in T20 cricket can often hinge on individual performances under pressure. As such, while Northamptonshire may be favored, a keenly contested match is anticipated.
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| Northamptonshire 58.8% |
Essex 41.2% |
Outrights of Vitality Blast Northamptonshire: 11.08% Essex: 7.05%
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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1.62 | 2.33 | ||
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1.59 | 2.25 | ||
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1.57 | 2.25 |
Latest Results
| 12.06.26 Northamptonshire County Cricket Club – Gloucestershire Gladiators – 465:268 09.06.26 Northamptonshire County Cricket Club – Worcestershire County Cricket Club – 162:154 06.06.26 Durham Jets – Northamptonshire County Cricket Club – 138:145 31.05.26 Warwickshire Birmingham Bears – Northamptonshire County Cricket Club – 208:209 29.05.26 Northamptonshire County Cricket Club – Gloucestershire Gladiators – 166:164 |
19.06.26 Essex Eagles – Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club – 184:457 12.06.26 Leicestershire County Cricket Club – Essex Eagles – 187:401 09.06.26 Essex Eagles – Kent County Cricket Club – 187:184 07.06.26 Middlesex County Cricket Club – Essex Eagles – 116:176 31.05.26 Essex Eagles – Derbyshire Falcons – 179:173 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 26.09.23 Northamptonshire County Cricket Club – Essex Eagles – 369:211 26.09.22 Northamptonshire County Cricket Club – Essex Eagles – 326:373 07.08.22 Northamptonshire County Cricket Club – Essex Eagles – 344:343 28.04.22 Essex Eagles – Northamptonshire County Cricket Club – 521:390 21.09.21 Essex Eagles – Northamptonshire County Cricket Club – 170:126 |
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. Hampshire: 5.92 (13.11%)
2. Surrey: 6.42 (12.09%)
3. Northamptonshire: 7 (11.08%)
4. Yorkshire: 7.5 (10.34%)
5. Gloucestershire: 11 (7.05%)
6. Nottinghamshire: 11 (7.05%)
7. Essex: 11 (7.05%)
8. Somerset: 16.67 (4.65%)
9. Kent: 18.67 (4.15%)
10. Leicestershire: 21 (3.69%)
11. Derbyshire: 23 (3.37%)
12. Glamorgan: 23 (3.37%)
13. Lancashire: 26 (2.98%)
14. Worcestershire: 26 (2.98%)
15. Durham: 26 (2.98%)
16. Sussex: 41 (1.89%)
17. Warwickshire: 65.67 (1.18%)
18. Middlesex: 80.33 (0.97%)
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