Sussex Women vs Middlesex Women, ENG-W ODI Cup, League 2, Today Match Prediction

SUSW vs MIDW Match Prediction & Analysis

Sussex Sharks Women will lock horns with Middlesex Women in the next League 2 fixture of the Metro Bank One Day Cup Women 2026.

Middlesex Women are currently 2nd in the points table with 15 points from 4 matches, having won 3 and lost 1. Sussex Women are 3rd with 14 points from 5 matches, with 3 wins and 2 defeats.

Sussex have won 3 of their last 5 matches and lost 2, showing a decent run of form. Middlesex have also won 3 and lost 2 in their last five games, so both sides come into this contest with a similar record

Sussex come into this game after beating Glamorgan Women by 2 wickets in their previous match, while Middlesex suffered a 2-wicket defeat against Kent Women in their last outing.

With only one point separating the two teams, this could be an important game in the race for the top positions. Sussex will look to continue their strong home form, while Middlesex will aim to bounce back with a win.

TEAMS PREVIEW

Sussex Women Preview

Sussex Sharks Women come into this match after a 2-wicket win over Glamorgan Women in their previous outing. Chasing 240, Sussex reached 241/8 in 47.3 overs to secure a narrow victory and carry some confidence into this contest.

With the bat, Phoebe Wilkinson led the chase with a patient 53 off 71 balls. Chiara Green added a valuable 45 off 55 balls, while Bella Johnson contributed 27 off 36. Mollie Adams also provided quick runs with 25 off 20 balls, helping Sussex stay on course during the chase.

The bowling attack produced a strong all-round effort. Anna Buckle and Bella Johnson picked up 3 wickets each, while Poppy Tulloch and Chiara Green claimed 2 wickets apiece. Green was particularly economical, conceding just 43 runs in 10 overs, while Tulloch finished with 2/47.

Sussex have shown good momentum after their latest victory and will look to maintain that consistency. Phoebe Wilkinson, Chiara Green and Bella Johnson are the key players to watch, with all three contributing significantly in the previous game.

Key Players: Phoebe Wilkinson, Chiara Green, Bella Johnson

Sussex Women Predicted Playing XI:

Izzy Collis, Mollie Adams, Phoebe Wilkinson, Shristi Patil, Chiara Green, Nancy Harman, Bella Johnson, Poppy Tulloch, Talitha Stanley, Anna Buckle, Kali-Ann Docherty

Middlesex Women Preview

Middlesex Women suffered a narrow two-wicket defeat to Kent Women in their last match, despite posting 306/7 in 50 overs. They will be looking to bounce back against Sussex.

With 306 runs on the board, their batting unit showed good depth. Riva Pindoria scored 60 off 72 balls, Saskia Horley made 63 off 56, while Artemis Downer remained unbeaten on 67 from 56 balls. Abbie Whybrow also contributed 48 off 36.

Saskia Horley led the bowling attack with 3/55 from 9.2 overs. Layla Judge took 2/51 in 10 overs, while Issy Routledge also picked up two wickets.

Middlesex will need an improved bowling performance, but their strong batting depth gives them confidence going into the contest.

Key Players: Saskia Horley, Artemis Downer, Riva Pindoria

Middlesex Women Predicted Playing XI:

Pippa Sproul, Scarlett Hughes, Riva Pindoria, Saskia Horley, Artemis Downer, Finty Trussler, Abbie Whybrow, Issy Routledge, Hannah Davis, Siya Nanavati, Layla Judge

Weather Conditions

The weather is expected to remain cloudy during the match, with the temperature around 27°C. Humidity will be approximately 41%, while winds of around 14 km/h are unlikely to have a major impact. With no chance of rain, conditions should be suitable for a full match.

SUSW vs MIDW Pitch Report

The surface has favoured teams chasing in the 3 One day matches at this venue. Teams batting first have won 0 matches, while teams bowling first have won all 3. The average first-innings score is 131, while the second-innings average is 134, suggesting a slight advantage for the chasing side.

Score Prediction

If Sussex Sharks Women bat first: 180–210
If Middlesex Women bat first: 200–250

Toss: To Bowl

The captain winning the toss is likely to bowl first, as the team chasing has won all 3 of the ODIs played at this venue so far.

Toss Prediction: Middlesex Women to win the toss.