LEI vs DUR Match Prediction & Betting Tips - May 26, 2022

LEI vs DUR Match Prediction - May 26, 2022

Even though we are nearing the end of the Indian Premier League 2022, it's just the beginning of the T20 season. The T20 Blast has just started in England and with some of the best strikers featuring in the competition, the Blast is expected to be a cracker of a tournament.

Up next in the tournament, Durham Jets are set to take on Leicestershire Foxes in what will be an important game for both these sides. The match is to be played on the evening of 26th May 2022 at the Grace Road, Leicester. Given how the two sides have done historically, brace yourself for a nail-biting affair.

LEI vs DUR Team Previews

Leicestershire

Leicestershire adopted a new data-driven approach to play the competition last year, but weren't rewarded as they failed to qualify for the knockouts. They finished six in their group, winning six games out of 14. Having said that, they had a young side last year, a side that should do better this time around.

On paper, they do look a little light with a lot relying on the shoulders of Colin Ackermann. Especially in the batting department, they lack experience at the top and that could be a deterring factor. Having said that, they have a bowling unit capable of covering for their batting. With the likes of Callum Parkinson, Naveen Ul Haq, Beuran Hendricks, and Wiaan Mulder, they should feel confident walking into the match.

All in all, a lot will depend on their bowling and all-rounders in Wiaan Mulder and Colin Ackermann for Leicestershire Foxes to do well. If they are able to play to their potential in this match, Durham Jets will certainly have their work cut out.

Leicestershire Playing 11

Hamish Rutherford, Lewis Hill, Arron Lilley, Colin Ackermann, Rishi Patel, Louis Kimber, Callum Parkinson, Ben Mike, Rehan Ahmed, Roman Walker, Naveen-ul-Haq.


Durham

Just like the Foxes, Durham had a remarkably poor season last year as they finished one spot below Leicestershire. They managed to win just 5 matches out of 15 and will be itching to get that in order in this season. When available at full-strength, Durham can be one dangerous unit to deal with but with the likes of Ben Stokes, Mark Wood, and Alex Lees absent, the younger players will really need to step up their game.

With Durham's most famous names absent, Durham will depend heavily on the likes of David Bedingham, Brydon Carse, and Ben Raine to keep them in business for as long as possible. In addition to them, they do have Scott Borthwick and Sean Dickson who both have contributed reasonably well over the years. Besides, they have Ashton Turner available, who - with his experience, can prove to be a match-winner for them.

On the bowling front, however, they do look a little inexperienced and will need their middle-order to step up big time. They do have the players to do the task and if they are able to play to their potential, getting past them could prove to be incredibly challenging.

Durham Playing 11

David Bedingham, Graham Clark, Ben Raine, Ned Eckersley, Oliver Robinson, Michael Jones, Paul Coughlin, Ashton Turner, Scott Borthwick, Brydon Carse, Liam Trevaskis.

LEI vs DUR Dream11 Prediction

Check out the Dream11 fantasy team lineup for the upcoming T20 match in Vitality T20 Blast between Durham and Leicestershire. Don't forget to check back the latest updated team lineup right after the toss.

LEI vs DUR Playing 11

  • Wicket-keeper:
    • Ned Ercksley
    • David Bedingham
  • Batsmen:
    • Hamish Rutherford
    • Ashton Turner (C)
    • Alex Lees
  • All-rounders:
    • Aaron Lilley
    • Colin Ackermann (VC)
    • Luke Trevaskis
  • Bowlers:
    • Ben Raine
    • Callum Parkinson
    • Naveen Ul Haq

LEI vs DUR Dream11 Prediction - OCB Team Prediction

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LEI vs DUR Betting Tips

Although these are early days in the competition and teams can still bounce back after not getting the desired start, both sides would want to get off to a winning start, especially because of the kind of campaign they both had last year. Comparing the two sides on paper, Durham looks ahead. Even though Leicestershire Foxes are playing at home and will have an advantage, Durham have an edge. For that reason and the others stated above, a bet on Durham to emerge on top should be the way to go.

Today Match Prediction

Durham To Win the Match, 1.90

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Who will win LEI vs DUR

Leicestershire 58.6% (156)
Durham 41.4% (110)
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