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On July 18, 2026, Northamptonshire County Cricket Club will host Somerset County Cricket Club in what promises to be a compelling Vitality Blast encounter. Northamptonshire has had a mixed bag recently, securing 2 victories from their last 5 matches, indicating a need to regain their competitive edge as they take on one of the league’s in-form teams.
In stark contrast, Somerset boasts an impressive run, having triumphed in all of their last 5 fixtures. This consistent performance reflects their solid batting depth and effective bowling strategies, giving them a psychological advantage heading into this clash. The current odds favor the home side slightly at 1.99, compared to Somerset’s 1.80, suggesting a competitive matchup despite Somerset’s winning streak.
Tactically, Northamptonshire will need to capitalize on home advantage and adapt their approach to counter Somerset’s strong momentum. With a model prediction indicating a 54.2% chance of a Northamptonshire victory, the home team has the potential to upset the odds. However, given Somerset’s current form, they will be keen to maintain their winning ways. As such, this matchup is set to be a thrilling contest, offering no guarantees but plenty of excitement for cricket fans and bettors alike.
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| Northamptonshire 47.2% |
Somerset 52.8% |
Outrights of Vitality Blast Somerset: 24.75% Northamptonshire: 23.2%
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
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2 | 1.8 | ||
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2.01 | 1.82 | ||
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2.05 | 1.78 | ||
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2 | 1.8 |
Latest Results
| 15.07.26 Northamptonshire County Cricket Club – Gloucestershire Gladiators – 153:152 12.07.26 Northamptonshire County Cricket Club – Warwickshire Birmingham Bears – 153:154 10.07.26 Somerset County Cricket Club – Northamptonshire County Cricket Club – 164:162 08.07.26 Glamorgan County Cricket Club – Northamptonshire County Cricket Club – 164:217 05.07.26 Northamptonshire County Cricket Club – Somerset County Cricket Club – 118:223 |
15.07.26 Yorkshire County Cricket Club – Somerset County Cricket Club – 161:162 12.07.26 Somerset County Cricket Club – Worcestershire County Cricket Club – 194:116 10.07.26 Somerset County Cricket Club – Northamptonshire County Cricket Club – 164:162 08.07.26 Derbyshire Falcons – Somerset County Cricket Club – 187:214 05.07.26 Northamptonshire County Cricket Club – Somerset County Cricket Club – 118:223 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 10.07.26 Somerset County Cricket Club – Northamptonshire County Cricket Club – 164:162 05.07.26 Northamptonshire County Cricket Club – Somerset County Cricket Club – 118:223 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 |
Standings
Draw
Play Offs
Quarter-finals
| 1 | Northamptonshire | Gloucestershire | 153 : 152 |
| 2 | Yorkshire | Somerset | 161 : 162 |
| 3 | Hampshire | Essex | 211 : 136 |
| 4 | Nottinghamshire | Surrey | 163 : 156 |
Semi-finals
| 1 | Northamptonshire | Somerset | |
| 2 | Hampshire | Nottinghamshire |
Vitality Blast Outrights
1. Hampshire: 3.4 (27.3%)
2. Nottinghamshire: 3.75 (24.75%)
3. Somerset: 3.75 (24.75%)
4. Northamptonshire: 4 (23.2%)
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