T20 Blast 2026 | 22-May-2026 11:30 PM | County Ground
ESS 191/5 (20)
SUS 192/4 (16)
Sussex won by 6 wkts
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jack Leaning* | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 33.33 |
| Tom Alsop | 15 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 125 |
| Bowlers | O | M | R | W | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matthew Critchley* | 4 | 0 | 35 | 1 | 8.75 |
| Simon Harmer | 3 | 0 | 25 | 1 | 8.33 |
Last Wicket:James Coles c Critchley b Harmer 50(29) - 189/4 in 15.2 ov.
Essex vs Sussex
Essex — Innings 1 (191/5 in 20 overs)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paul Walter c (sub)FJ Hudson-Prentice b Henry Crocombe | 58 | 37 | 6 | 2 | 156.76 | |
| Michael Pepper (wk) b Danny Lamb | 52 | 34 | 5 | 3 | 152.94 | |
| Matthew Critchley c Jack Leaning b D Briggs | 4 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 80 | |
| Luc Benkenstein b James Coles | 36 | 18 | 1 | 4 | 200 | |
| Wiaan Mulder c Alsop b James Coles | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 50 | |
| Noah Thain not out | 23 | 15 | 4 | 0 | 153.33 | |
| Simon Harmer (c) not out | 10 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 142.86 | |
| Extras | LegByes: 4 | Wides: 2 | Total: 6 | |||||
| Total | 191 | 5 wkts, 20 overs | ||||
| Yet to Bat | Simon Fernandes, Shane Snater, Zaman Akhter, Charlie Bennett | |||||
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brad Currie | 3 | 0 | 38 | 0 | 12.7 |
| Tymal Mills | 4 | 0 | 27 | 0 | 6.8 |
| Henry Crocombe | 3 | 0 | 25 | 1 | 8.3 |
| Danny Briggs | 4 | 0 | 40 | 1 | 10 |
| James Coles | 3 | 0 | 32 | 2 | 10.7 |
| Danny Lamb | 3 | 0 | 25 | 1 | 8.3 |
Partnerships
| Players | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Walter & Michael Pepper | 105 | 62 |
| Walter & Critchley | 11 | 9 |
| Walter & Luc Benkenstein | 6 | 7 |
| Mulder & Luc Benkenstein | 12 | 12 |
| Noah Thain & Luc Benkenstein | 27 | 11 |
| Noah Thain & Harmer | 30 | 19 |
Wickets
| # | Batsman | Over | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Michael Pepper | 10.2 | 105 |
| 2 | Matthew Critchley | 11.5 | 116 |
| 3 | Paul Walter | 12.6 | 122 |
| 4 | Wiaan Mulder | 14.6 | 134 |
| 5 | Luc Benkenstein | 16.5 | 161 |
Sussex — Innings 2 (192/4 in 16 overs)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daniel Hughes c Mulder b Critchley | 44 | 25 | 10 | 0 | 176 | |
| Tom Clark c Harmer b Charlie Bennett | 12 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 240 | |
| James Coles c Critchley b Harmer | 50 | 29 | 5 | 1 | 172.41 | |
| John Simpson (wk) c Harmer b Luc Benkenstein | 63 | 23 | 1 | 8 | 273.91 | |
| Tom Alsop not out | 15 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 125 | |
| Jack Leaning not out | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 33.33 | |
| Extras | Byes: 1 | LegByes: 3 | NoBalls: 1 | Wides: 2 | Total: 7 | |||||
| Total | 192 | 4 wkts, 16 overs | ||||
| Yet to Bat | Danny Lamb, Danny Briggs, Henry Crocombe, Tymal Mills (c), Brad Currie | |||||
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shane Snater | 2 | 0 | 22 | 0 | 11 |
| Zaman Akhter | 2 | 0 | 33 | 0 | 16.5 |
| Charlie Bennett | 1 | 0 | 14 | 1 | 14 |
| Wiaan Mulder | 2 | 0 | 36 | 0 | 18 |
| Matthew Critchley | 4 | 0 | 35 | 1 | 8.8 |
| Simon Harmer | 3 | 0 | 25 | 1 | 8.3 |
| Luc Benkenstein | 2 | 0 | 23 | 1 | 11.5 |
Partnerships
| Players | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Daniel Hughes & Tom Clark | 35 | 18 |
| Daniel Hughes & James Coles | 45 | 20 |
| Simpson & James Coles | 82 | 33 |
| Alsop & James Coles | 27 | 21 |
| Alsop & Leaning | 3 | 4 |
Wickets
| # | Batsman | Over | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tom Clark | 2.6 | 35 |
| 2 | Daniel Hughes | 6.2 | 80 |
| 3 | John Simpson | 11.5 | 162 |
| 4 | James Coles | 15.2 | 189 |
Match Info
| Match | Essex vs Sussex |
|---|---|
| Series | T20 Blast 2026 |
| Time | 22-May-2026 11:30 PM |
| Venue | County Ground |
| Live Telecast | FanCode |
Match Preview: Essex vs Sussex (ESS vs SUS)
Essex will face Sussex in a thrilling match on 22-May-2026 in T20 Blast 2026. The match will be played at County Ground at 11:30 PM. Cricket fans can watch the match live on FanCode.
Match Overview
Essex is known for its strong batting and bowling, while Sussex remains competitive with its recent performances and emerging players. This match is crucial for both teams, as every win can strengthen their position in T20 Blast 2026.
The pitch at County Ground is generally balanced for both batsmen and bowlers, making this match even more exciting. Essex will look to dominate with its experience and strategy, while Sussex will aim for an upset.
What to watch?
- The competition between Essex batting and Sussex bowling.
- The bowler's impact on the pitch, especially spinners or fast bowlers.
- The strategies of the two captains and their decisions during the game.
Cricket lovers, get ready for this exciting match! Will Essex showcase its strengths, or will Sussex pull off a major upset? Join us live on FanCode on 22-May-2026 to find out the answer!
