Sussex vs Somerset predictions, Aug 27, 2026

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In a compelling County Championship encounter on August 27, 2026, Sussex County Cricket Club will host Somerset County Cricket Club at their home ground. Both teams have shown mixed form recently, with Sussex securing just 1 win out of their last 5 matches, while Somerset has fared slightly better, clinching 2 victories in the same span.

Bookmakers have indicated a competitive matchup, pricing Sussex at odds of 2.34 for a home win, while Somerset is favored at 1.58 for an away victory. The underlying statistics reflect a probability of 43.9% for a home win and 56.1% for an away triumph, underscoring Somerset’s edge heading into this clash.

Tactically, Sussex will need to harness their home advantage and leverage their local knowledge, focusing on their bowling strategy to stymie Somerset’s batting line-up. Conversely, Somerset’s recent form suggests a team finding their rhythm, and they may look to capitalize on Sussex’s struggle to maintain consistent performances.

While Somerset enters as the favored side, cricket is often full of surprises, and Sussex will be eager to turn their fortunes around on home soil. As always, outcomes in sports are never guaranteed, making this a must-watch fixture for fans and analysts alike.

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 2026-08-24T19:52:03+00:00.

Sussex
40.3%
Somerset
59.7%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
MarathonBet 2.32 1.57
WilliamHill 2.35 1.58

Latest Results

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
29.07.26 Sussex County Cricket Club – Essex Eagles – 320:316
20.08.26 Somerset County Cricket Club – Essex Eagles – 572:570
11.08.26 Somerset County Cricket Club – Lancashire County Cricket Club – 269:443
07.08.26 Somerset County Cricket Club – Surrey County Cricket Club – 368:180
02.08.26 Leicestershire County Cricket Club – Somerset County Cricket Club – 289:125
31.07.26 Kent County Cricket Club – Somerset County Cricket Club – 314:313

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Sussex won 1.
  • Recent form of Sussex has been disappointing (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • Somerset has been unpredictable lately (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).
  • Somerset is expected to have a slight advantage in this match.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Sussex won 10 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 10 matches, and goals 3955:4348. (average 197.8:217.4).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Sussex won 4 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 1606:1894. (average 160.6:189.4).

    Latest Head To Head

    15.05.26 Somerset County Cricket Club – Sussex County Cricket Club – 526:253
    21.08.25 Sussex County Cricket Club – Somerset County Cricket Club – 153:243
    06.06.25 Sussex County Cricket Club – Somerset County Cricket Club – 166:169
    16.05.25 Somerset County Cricket Club – Sussex County Cricket Club – 338:152
    11.04.25 Sussex County Cricket Club – Somerset County Cricket Club – 294:201

    Standings

    Pts W L D N/R Pts
    1 Nottinghamshire 9 4 1 4 0 4815:4458 135
    2 Somerset 9 4 2 3 0 5102:4216 133
    3 Warwickshire 9 3 1 5 0 4387:5155 130
    4 Glamorgan 9 3 3 3 0 4508:4451 110
    5 Sussex 9 4 3 2 0 4822:4469 108
    6 Yorkshire 9 3 3 3 0 4309:4949 108
    7 Essex 9 4 4 1 0 4376:4089 107
    8 Surrey 9 1 3 5 0 5052:5375 94
    9 Leicestershire 9 2 5 2 0 4770:5008 91
    10 Hampshire 9 2 5 2 0 4117:4088 75

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