Lancashire takes on Derbyshire in Match 79 of the Vitality Blast T20 tournament. This North Group encounter will be played at the iconic Old Trafford Cricket Ground in Manchester.
Lancashire comes into this match with a dominant record against Derbyshire, having won 9 out of their last 10 encounters. With both teams looking to strengthen their position in the group stage, this promises to be an exciting contest.
Match Preview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Lancashire vs Derbyshire |
| Date | 5th July 2025 |
| Time | 07:30 PM |
| Venue | Old Trafford Cricket Ground, Manchester |
| Tournament | Vitality Blast T20 |
| Match Type | T20 |
Pitch Report
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Pitch Type | Batting-friendly |
| Average Score | 184 runs (last 5 T20s) |
| Favors | Batsmen and Pacers |
| Surface | Good for batting with pace bowlers getting assistance |
| Wicket Distribution | Pacers: 36, Spinners: 30 (last 5 matches) |
Weather Report
| Condition | Details |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 18.38°C |
| Humidity | 75% |
| Wind Speed | 5.82 meter/sec |
| Rain Chance | Light rain expected |
| Overall | Overcast with possible light showers |
Toss Prediction
Based on the venue statistics, toss winners have opted to bat first 71% of the time at Old Trafford. Teams batting first have a win percentage of 56.52%. With potential light rain in the forecast, winning the toss and batting first could be crucial to avoid DLS complications.
Injury Updates
No major injury concerns reported for both teams at the time of writing. Both squads are expected to field their strongest playing XIs.
Dream11 Team for Lancashire vs Derbyshire
Lancashire vs Derbyshire: Head to Head Stats
Lancashire holds a commanding record against Derbyshire in recent years. In their last 10 T20 encounters, Lancashire has won 9 matches while Derbyshire managed just 1 victory. Recent results include:
- Lancashire won by 80 runs (20 Jun, 2025) – LAN: 243/7, DER: 163/10
- Lancashire won by 57 runs (02 Jun, 2024) – LAN: 179/7, DER: 122/10
- Lancashire won by 27 runs (23 Jun, 2023) – LAN: 177/4, DER: 150/7
- Lancashire won by 4 wickets (20 May, 2023) – LAN: 183/6, DER: 179/5
- Derbyshire won by 5 runs (24 Jun, 2022) – DER: 188/8, LAN: 183/5
Reasoning Behind Captaincy Picks
- Keaton Jennings emerges as the top captaincy choice based on his exceptional record at Old Trafford. With an average of 44.8 runs and a strike rate of 186.66 in his last 5 matches at this venue, he’s been the standout performer.
- Philip Salt provides a solid vice-captaincy option with his aggressive batting style and average of 33.2 runs at the venue. His wicket-keeping skills add extra points potential.
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Top Picks for the LAN vs DER Match
Batsmen: Keaton Jennings is the standout batting pick with his exceptional Old Trafford record, averaging 44.8 runs with a strike rate of 186.66. Chris Jewell from Derbyshire provides balance and has been selected as a reliable middle-order contributor who can anchor the innings while maintaining a good strike rate.
Bowlers: James Anderson leads the bowling attack with his experience and home conditions advantage. His ability to swing the new ball and pick up early wickets makes him a premium pick at 8.5 credits. The pace-friendly nature of Old Trafford suits his bowling style perfectly.
All-rounders: This team is heavily loaded with all-rounders, providing multiple captaincy options. Samit Patel offers left-arm spin and batting depth, while Liam Livingstone brings explosive batting and part-time bowling. Chris Green and Alex Thomson provide budget-friendly options with good all-round capabilities. Martin Andersson rounds out the all-rounder contingent with his balanced skill set.
Wicket-keepers: Philip Salt is the obvious choice behind the stumps, combining his keeping duties with explosive top-order batting. His ability to take the attack to the bowlers from the first ball makes him a high-impact player for Dream11 points.
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