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Glamorgan vs Hampshire, RLODC, Today Match Prediction 05 August 2025
GLA vs HAM Win Probability
Toss Winner - Glamorgan won the toss and choose to bowl first
Hampshire beat Glamorgan by 72 runs
Defending champions Glamorgan look to dominate the opener against Hampshire
- Glamorgan are the defending champions after they defeated Somerset in the final in 2024.
- Glamorgan won 6 out of the 8 league games and topped the group stage at the end of the league stage.
- Hampshire too reached the knockouts (5 wins in 8 league games) in the previous season but lost to Leicestershire in the quarter-final.
We predict that Glamorgan will defeat Hampshire Hawks.
| Tournament: | England Domestic One-Day Cup, 2025 |
| Format: | odi |
| Venue: | The Gnoll, Neath, United Kingdom |
| Toss Prediction: | To Bowl |
| Weather: | 17.1°C|Partly cloudy |
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GLA vs HAM Match Prediction & Analysis
Glamorgan and Hampshire Hawks face off in the opener of the 2025 England Domestic One-Day Cup on 5 August 2025 at The Gnoll, Neath, beginning at 3:30 PM IST. This List A tournament features all 18 first-class counties battling through a group stage to earn playoff spots.
Glamorgan enter as defending champions, having topped last year’s group stage with 6 wins from 8 matches and then lifting the trophy with a disciplined final performance. Hampshire also had a solid 2024—5 wins in their league phase—but were knocked out in the quarter-finals by Leicestershire. With both teams yet to register a result this season, the opener sets up a compelling duel between Glamorgan’s title-defence experience and Hampshire’s hunger to go further this season.
RECENT PERFORMANCE
GLA
W
L
L
L
W
GLA
208/4 in 20.0 10.4
T20BLAST
Hampshire won by 95 runs
113/10 in 18.5 6
HAM
L
W
W
W
L
HAM
208/4 in 20.0 10.4
T20BLAST
Hampshire won by 95 runs
113/10 in 18.5 6
178/3 in 20.0 8.9
T20BLAST
Somerset beat Hampshire by 4 wickets
179/6 in 19.5 9.03
HEAD TO HEAD
Last 3 Matches
Hampshire won by 95 runs
TEAMS PREVIEW
Glamorgan Preview
Glamorgan begin their 2025 One-Day Cup campaign at home, hosting Hampshire Hawks at The Gnoll, Neath. They enter the tournament as the defending champions, having clinched the title in 2024 with a composed, all-round display throughout the season. Their performance in the previous edition was commanding—they won 6 out of 8 league matches, topped the group stage, and held their nerve in the knockout rounds.
In the 2024 final against Somerset, Glamorgan delivered under pressure in a rain-reduced 20-over contest. Batting first, they posted 186 thanks to a crucial 63* off 49 balls from Sam Northeast. Their bowlers then defended the total superbly, with Dan Douthwaite taking 2 wickets and applying pressure at key moments. The result marked Glamorgan’s second One-Day Cup title in four seasons and cemented their reputation as a strong List A side.
Adding to their confidence is their dominant head-to-head record against Hampshire in recent years. In their last encounter back in 2022, Glamorgan secured a comprehensive 7-wicket victory, chasing down a target of 229 with 7 wickets in hand. Thomas Bevan starred with an unbeaten 134 off 103 balls, the highest individual score in that match.
In the previous season, Colin Ingram topped Glamorgan’s run‑charts with 297 runs in just 7 innings at an average of 59.40 and a high score of 103 runs. Billy Root also added 296 runs in 10 innings. Andy Gorvin and Dan Douthwaite were Glamorgan’s joint-leading wicket-takers, each claiming 19 wickets in the tournament. Gorvin peaked with 5/56, while Douthwaite’s best was 4/25, both bowling at impressive economy. Given their recent success, strong home advantage, and a well-rounded squad, Glamorgan will look to continue their winning run and set the tone early in their title defence.
Key players: Colin Ingram, Sam Northeast, Dan Douthwaite, Andy Gorvin
Glamorgan Predicted Playing XI:
Will Smale (wk), Colin Ingram, Sam Northeast, Billy Root, Benjamin Kellaway, Tom Bevan, Kiran Carlson (c), Dan Douthwaite, Timm van der Gugten, Andy Gorvin, Jamie McIlroy
Glamorgan Actual Playing XI:
Kiran Carlson, Billy Root, James Harris, Andy Gorvin, Zain-ul-Hassan, William Smale, Alex Horton, Asa Tribe, Ned Leonard, Eddie Byrom, Romano Franco
Hampshire Preview
Hampshire Hawks begin their 2025 One-Day Cup campaign with an away fixture against defending champions Glamorgan at The Gnoll, Neath. While the conditions may not be familiar, Hampshire will be eager to start strong and put early points on the board. They had a competitive run in the 2024 edition, winning 5 out of their 8 group-stage matches to qualify for the quarter-finals, where they were knocked out by a clinical Leicestershire side.
Despite the exit, Hampshire showed depth across both departments. Their campaign featured commanding wins and a resilient unit that often bounced back from pressure situations. However, they will want to address middle-order inconsistencies and improve their bowling execution in crucial phases as they step into a new season.
In the previous season, with the bat, the experienced duo of Ben Brown and Nick Gubbins were among the standout performers, scoring 286 and 285 runs, respectively. Both scored a century each. On the bowling front, Brad Wheal took 13 wickets in 9 innings, followed by Kyle Abbott taking 12 wickets in the season with best figures of 4 for 48.
Recent head-to-head history, however, favours Glamorgan. The last meeting between the two sides, in 2022, ended in a comprehensive 7-wicket win for Glamorgan—highlighting the challenge Hampshire face. But this is a nerw start. Hampshire Hawks have the team to compete hard in this match and they could well challenge the defending champions and make an early statement in their 2025 campaign.
Key players: Ben Brown, Nick Gubbins, Scott Currie
Hampshire Predicted Playing XI:
Brooks Guest, Ben Brown, Tom Prest, Aneurin Donald, Fletcha Middleton, Nick Gubbins, Ian Holland, Toby Albert, Keith Barker, Scott Currie, John Turner
Hampshire Actual Playing XI:
Nick Gubbins, Eddie Jack, Dominic Kelly, Felix Organ, Ali Orr, Tom Prest, Joe Weatherley, Tilak Varma, Ben Mayes, Manny Lumsden, Andrew Neal
PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS
Weather Conditions
The weather on match day at The Gnoll, Neath is expected to be breezy in the morning with intervals of clouds and sunshine in the afternoon. The temperature will range between a high of around 20 °C and a low near 11 °C. Rain is highly unlikely during the playing hours, making it a near-perfect day for cricket.
GLA vs HAM Pitch Report
The venue of the match is The Gnoll, Neath, a picturesque ground located in Neath, Wales. Though not one of the largest cricket venues, it has hosted several county-level matches and is known for its lush outfield and conditions that typically favour seam bowling early in the day. As the match wears on, the pitch tends to flatten out, offering more balance between bat and ball.
Toss: To Bowl
At The Gnoll, Neath, historical trends indicate that teams batting second have a clear advantage. In recent domestic List A matches played here, the chasing side has won more often than not. Given the overhead conditions and pitch history, the team winning the toss should bowl first here.
GLA vs HAM
Winning Prediction
Glamorgan come into this match as defending champions and will be confident playing in home conditions. Their recent record and experience under pressure give them an early-season edge. Hampshire have the talent to challenge but will need to deliver in all departments to overcome Glamorgan’s current form and familiarity at Neath.
We predict that Glamorgan will defeat Hampshire Hawks.
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