DUR vs LEI date and time:
- Date: July 15, 2025
- Venue: Riverside Ground, Chester-le-Street
- Time: 11:00 PM IST
Durham vs Leicestershire: Knockout preparations in the North Group
Durham and Leicestershire will be in a crucial match in the North Group of the Vitality T20 Blast 2025 tonight. With the league nearing its end, both teams know that a single wrong move could see them eliminated from the league.Durham, who are currently third in the points table, are making a comeback after two consecutive defeats. A good start to their campaign has given them some relief, but they cannot relax, thinking this. Leicestershire, on the other hand, is still working towards a place in the top four. With three losses in the last four matches, their performance has not been very good, but a win here can keep their hopes alive in this tournament.
Recent Form
- Durham: Lose, Lose, Lose, Lose, Win
- Leicestershire: Lose, Lose, Lose, Lose, Lose
Head-to-head record
- Matches played: 41
- Durham wins: 20
- Leicestershire wins: 19
- No results: 2
Durham have the edge in head-to-head contests, but there is not much difference between these two teams.
Pitch and Weather Report: What to expect at Riverside
The surface at Chester-le-Street has favored the bowlers a lot this season, especially in the first innings. However, teams have crossed the 180-run mark thrice on this ground, which shows that batsmen can score a lot of runs if they bat well.
Teams batting first have won 4 out of 5 matches here this season, so the toss is expected to play a key role.
In terms of weather, there is a 45% chance of rain, the temperature will be around 15°C and the humidity will be high. There is also a good chance of the match being shortened.
Probable XI: DUR vs LEI
Durham: Alex Lees (captain), Graham Clark, David Bedingham, Colin Ackermann, Oliver Robinson (wicketkeeper), James Neesham, Will Rhodes, Casey Aldridge, Matthew Potts, Nathan Sowter, Callum Parkinson
Leicestershire: Rishi Patel, Sol Budinger, Shan Masood, Rehan Ahmed, Ben Cox (wicketkeeper), Louis Kimber (captain), Logan van Beek, Tom Scriven, Joshua Thomas/Matt Salisbury, Sam Wood, Josh Hull
Players to watch out for
James Neesham (Durham): The Kiwi all-rounder has been the best performer for Durham with both bat and ball. He has scored 210 runs and taken 20 wickets in this tournament so far.
Sol Budinger (Leicestershire): Has been Leicestershire’s most consistent batsman in recent times. With scores of 51, 56, 40 and 15 in his last four matches, he will look to play a vital role for the team in the top order.
Callum Parkinson (Durham): A very consistent wicket-taker bowler for Durham. With 15 wickets in 12 matches, he will prove to be dangerous in the middle overs.
Ben Cox (London): With an average of 36.66 with the bat, Cox is also safe behind the stumps. He scored 220 runs in 11 innings.
Logan van Beek (London): The perfect all-rounder has been impressive with 19 wickets in 12 innings and provides crucial depth in the lower order.
Rehan Ahmed (London): A young spinner who can change the course of a match with his clever variations and short innings in the lower order.
Nathan Sowter (DUR): A useful spinner who often bowls in the powerplay or middle overs – one to keep an eye on if the pitch holds. Best performers in the season so far
• Top 5 run scorers:
• Sol Budinger (Lt Gen) – 344 runs in 12 innings
• Graham Clark (Democrat) – 321 runs in 12 innings
• Alex Lees (Democrat) – 304 runs in 12 innings
• Colin Ackermann (Democrat) – 288 runs in 12 innings
• Will Rhodes (Democrat) – 288 runs in 11 innings
• Top 5 wicket takers:
• James Neesham (Democrat) – 20 wickets in 12 innings
• Logan van Beek (Lt Gen) – 19 wickets in 12 innings
• Ben Raines (Democrat) – 16 wickets in 7 innings
• Casey Aldridge (Democrat) – 16 wickets in 16 innings 16 wickets in 12 innings
• Callum Parkinson (DUR) – 15 wickets in 12 innings
Captain and Vice-Captain Picks for the Mega League
• James Neesham (Captain Choice): In very good form with both batting and bowling. Reliable fantasy choice.
• Logan van Beek: Consistent with the ball and has the ability to finish matches with the bat
• Rehan Ahmed: X-factor with spin on this sticky surface.
• Nathan Sowter: Can take wickets early and strike and bowl in pressure moments.
DUR vs LEI Dream11 Team Prediction
Wicketkeeper: Ben Cox
Batsman: Louis Kimber, Graham Clark, Colin Ackermann, Alex Lees, Sol Budinger
Allrounders: James Neesham (Vice-Captain), Logan van Beek (Captain), Rehan AhmedBowlers: Nathan Sowter, Callum Parkinson
Dream11 Team & Match Prediction: DUR vs LEI
Match Prediction: DUR vs LEI
Leicestershire won the last match between these two teams at the start of the season. However, this match will be played at Durham’s home ground where they perform better.Both teams look in very good form, but Durham’s batting depth and home ground advantage could make a big difference. A tough and high-scoring match is expected, but we believe Durham will bounce back tonight.
