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Match Preview: Hampshire v Worcestershire, Vitality CC
Match Preview: Hampshire v Worcestershire, Vitality CC
A 12-player Hampshire squad has been selected to play Worcestershire at Utilita Bowl in the Vitality County Championship
Hampshire v Worcestershire Vitality County Championship (Division One) Tuesday 17th September – Friday 20th September 2024 (10.30am Start) Utilita Bowl
Hampshire welcome Worcestershire to the Utilita Bowl for the penultimate Vitality County Championship match of the season.
The Rose & Crown's last four-day encounter ended in a thrilling draw against Kent, with James Vince's squad currently holding third place in Division One.
The last meeting between Hampshire and Worcestershire was in September 2018 at New Road, where Hampshire secured a 114-run victory.
Hampshire Squad
Hampshire have announced a 12-player squad for their upcoming match against Worcestershire.
Ali Orr is the only change from last week's squad, with the left-hander set to feature for the Second XI.
Full Hampshire Squad
James Vince (14) Captain
Muhammad Abbas (38)
Kyle Abbott (87)
Toby Albert (15)
Ben Brown (10)
Liam Dawson (8)
James Fuller (26)
Nick Gubbins (31)
Fletcha Middleton (19)
Felix Organ (3)
Tom Prest (24)
Brad Wheal (58)
Worcestershire
Captain: Brett D'Oliveira
Worcestershire are enjoying a strong return to Division One after finishing as runners-up in Division Two last season. With three wins and six draws, they look poised to secure their place in the top division for the 2025 season. Currently sitting in sixth place with 147 points, the Pears have shown impressive form.
Kashif Ali and Jake Libby lead the charge with the bat, scoring 749 and 648 runs respectively. Captain Brett D'Oliveira and Gareth Roderick add valuable experience to the batting line-up. On the bowling front, Joe Leach has been outstanding with 50 wickets this season, supported by Matthew Waite and Kiwi overseas player Nathan Smith.
2024 Season In Numbers
6th in Division One
Form (most recent first): LDWWL
Leading run scorer: Kashif Ali (749)
Leading wicket taker: Joe Leach (50)
Head-to-Head
Hampshire's record in County Championship v Worcestershire
P: 158, W: 54, L: 39, D: 63, A: 2
Last 5 meetings:
September 4 – 6 2018 | New Road | Hampshire won by 114 runs
April 13 – 16 2018 | The Ageas Bowl | Hampshire won by 196 runs
July 6 – 9 2015 | New Road | Worcestershire won by an innings and 33 runs
May 31 – June 3 2015 | Athe Ageas Bowl | Match Drawn
June 8 – 11 2014 | New Road | Match Drawn
Tickets
Tickets for Hampshire’s home match against Worcestershire are available via the link below, while they’ll also be available on the gate each day from 9:30am.
In 2024, Utilita Bowl will be offering free entry after tea for every day of each home Vitality County Championship match.
Coverage
A live stream will be available for the match and a link to this stream will be available in the free-to-download Hampshire Cricket App and at www.utilitabowl.com/cricket.
Both the Hampshire Cricket App and www.utilitabowl.com/cricket will also host a live match centre with scorecard, statistics and insight available throughout the match.
