Worcestershire vs Durham, 58th Match Pitch Report - Match Overview & Playing XI | Vitality T20 Blast, 2025

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17 June 2025 | 10:51AM
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The 58th match of the Vitality T20 Blast 2025 will see Worcestershire (WOR) go head-to-head with Durham (DURH) at New Road, Worcester, on 18 June 2025, starting at 10:00 PM IST. With both teams in the hunt for qualification, this fixture could prove crucial in shaping the group standings.


Worcestershire, playing at home, will look to make the most of familiar conditions. Their lineup is a solid blend of emerging batters and dynamic all-rounders, with the ability to post or chase competitive totals. Their bowling attack, although relatively young, has delivered disciplined spells throughout the campaign. With key players in form, WOR will aim to dominate early and control the tempo of the game.


Durham, on the other hand, arrives with a powerful and deep squad filled with international experience and explosive talent. Their top order is capable of quick starts, while the middle order features multiple finishers. With several pace and spin options in the bowling lineup, they are built to adapt to any surface and challenge opposition strategy at every stage.


As the pressure mounts, this WOR vs DURH Live Line clash promises a high-quality battle with playoff implications written all over it.

Worcestershire vs Durham, 58th Match Details

Series

Vitality T20 Blast, 2025

Match

Worcestershire vs Durham

Date & Time

18 June 2025, 10:00 PM

Venue

Worcestershire New Road, Worchester

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Worcestershire vs Durham, 58th Match Weather Condition

10:30 am

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Humidity

55%

Wind

4.7 km/h

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Worcestershire New Road, Worchester

Worcestershire New Road Pitch Report

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Pace vs Spin on Venue

(Last 10 match)

The New Road pitch in Worcester typically offers a balanced contest between bat and ball. The surface has a true bounce and a good carry early on, allowing batters to play through the line with confidence. Seamers can extract some movement, especially under overcast skies or with the new ball. As the game progresses, the pitch tends to slow down slightly, bringing spinners and slower deliveries into play. A first-innings score between 160–175 is competitive, and chasing under lights can be tricky if the surface grips. Teams may opt to bat first and set a total under scoreboard pressure.

Worcestershire Recent form

Last 5 Matches

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Durham Recent form

Last 5 Matches

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Venue Scoring Pattern

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Avg 2st Innings

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Lowest Total

Highest Chased

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Lowest Defended

Matches Won
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Worcestershire vs Durham, 58th Match Squad

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Worcestershire Probable XI :

Rob Jones, Jake Libby, Adam Hose, Ed Pollock, Gareth Roderick, Brett D Oliveira, Matthew Waite, Ethan Brookes, Tom Taylor, Ben Gibbon, Ben Dwarshuis

Durham Probable XI :

Alex Lees, Graham Clark, David Bedingham, Colin Ackermann, James Neesham, Ben Raine, Paul Coughlin, Bas de Leede, Matthew Potts, Mark Wood, Callum Parkinson

Conclusion

The WOR vs DURH Live Line encounter could prove to be a season-defining clash for both sides. Worcestershire, with their youth-driven, adaptable squad, will count on home support and smart bowling rotations to gain the upper hand. Durham, loaded with firepower and international pedigree, will look to assert dominance with bat and ball from the outset. The outcome may come down to death-over execution, fielding sharpness, and key match-ups. Expect a fiercely contested match as both teams eye valuable points in the race toward the knockout stage.