Northamptonshire vs Somerset predictions, Jul 05, 2026

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Northamptonshire

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As Northamptonshire prepares to host Somerset in the upcoming Vitality Blast clash on July 5, 2026, both teams approach the encounter with contrasting recent form. Northamptonshire County Cricket Club enters the match on a high, having secured victories in four of their last five outings. Their strong performance can largely be attributed to a cohesive team dynamic and effective batting depth, allowing them to build substantial scores while also securing crucial breakthroughs in the bowling department.

Conversely, Somerset County Cricket Club faces a challenging backdrop, having claimed only two wins in their last five matches. Despite some promising individual performances, a lack of consistency may hinder their chances against a confident Northamptonshire side. Somerset will need to refine their tactical approach, particularly in their death bowling and middle-order batting, to pose a serious threat in this encounter.

Bookmakers favor Northamptonshire with odds of 1.53 for a home win compared to 2.32 for Somerset. The statistical model indicates a 59% probability of a Northamptonshire victory, weighed against a 41% chance for Somerset, leaving the possibility of an upset. With both teams eager to assert themselves in the competition, fans can expect an electrifying contest at the County Ground.

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 2026-07-02T05:52:02+00:00.

Northamptonshire
58.8%
Somerset
41.2%

Outrights of Vitality Blast Northamptonshire: 13.08% Somerset: 4.62%

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Betting Odds

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betsson 1.62 2.3
MarathonBet 1.64 2.29
WilliamHill 1.6 2.25
Best for US Customers 1.6 2.25

Latest Results

01.07.26 Gloucestershire Gladiators – Northamptonshire County Cricket Club – 184:187
26.06.26 Northamptonshire County Cricket Club – Essex Eagles – 238:108
19.06.26 Durham Jets – Northamptonshire County Cricket Club – 701:700
12.06.26 Northamptonshire County Cricket Club – Gloucestershire Gladiators – 465:268
09.06.26 Northamptonshire County Cricket Club – Worcestershire County Cricket Club – 162:154
28.06.26 Worcestershire County Cricket Club – Somerset County Cricket Club – 180:144
26.06.26 Somerset County Cricket Club – Gloucestershire Gladiators – 194:176
19.06.26 Somerset County Cricket Club – Warwickshire Birmingham Bears – Match drawn
12.06.26 Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club – Somerset County Cricket Club – 359:665
07.06.26 Somerset County Cricket Club – Warwickshire Birmingham Bears – 215:216

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Northamptonshire won 1.
  • Northamptonshire is showing really good form (last 5 games: 4 wins).
  • Somerset‘s form has been unstable in recent games (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).
  • Northamptonshire might have a minor edge in this game.
  • We predict that Northamptonshire will win today’s game, with odds of 1.6.
  • In the last 14 head-to-head matches, Northamptonshire won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 9 matches, and goals 4232:4767. (average 302.3:340.5).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Northamptonshire won 4 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 2466:2694. (average 274:299.3).

    Latest Head To Head

    26.08.25 Somerset County Cricket Club – Northamptonshire County Cricket Club – 240:238
    05.09.24 Northamptonshire County Cricket Club – Somerset County Cricket Club – 198:215
    07.08.24 Northamptonshire County Cricket Club – Somerset County Cricket Club – 155:156
    09.08.23 Northamptonshire County Cricket Club – Somerset County Cricket Club – 415:328
    19.07.23 Northamptonshire County Cricket Club – Somerset County Cricket Club – 180:351

    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 (15.69%)

    2. Northamptonshire: 6 (13.08%)

    3. Hampshire: 6.5 (12.07%)

    4. Nottinghamshire: 8 (9.81%)

    5. Yorkshire: 10 (7.85%)

    6. Lancashire: 15 (5.23%)

    7. Kent: 17 (4.62%)

    8. Gloucestershire: 17 (4.62%)

    9. Somerset: 17 (4.62%)

    10. Essex: 19 (4.13%)

    11. Glamorgan: 19 (4.13%)

    12. Durham: 21 (3.74%)

    13. Worcestershire: 23 (3.41%)

    14. Warwickshire: 34 (2.31%)

    15. Derbyshire: 34 (2.31%)

    16. Leicestershire: 65.4 (1.2%)

    17. Sussex: 120.2 (0.65%)

    18. Middlesex: 140.2 (0.56%)

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