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Vitality T20 Blast 2023: Somerset vs Surrey, Semi Final 2 – Predicted Fantasy XI and Budget Picks

Somerset and Surrey are all set to play against each other in the Semi-Final 2 of the T20 Blast 2023 on Saturday, July 15.

By Shurti Banerjee | Jul 15, 2023 | 3 Min Read

Somerset and Surrey are all set to play against each other in the Semi-Final 2 of the T20 Blast 2023 on Saturday, July 15. Edgbaston, Birmingham will host the game. Both teams deserved to be in the semi-finals as they have played some good cricket to reach this far in the tournament as well. Somerset have been in outstanding form this season. They have finished at the top of the South Group points table with 12 wins in 14 games in their name. Meanwhile, Surrey have finished third in the South Group Points table with 8 wins in 14 games s well.

However, Somerset put up a great performance in the knockout game. The bowlers showcased their skill by restricting Nottinghamshire to a below-par total of 157 runs as well. Despite a poor beginning, Somerset player managed to stay the ship, as skipper Gregory and Ben Green led the recovery effort in the middle. They batted sensibly, with Gregory taking the charge, hitting timely boundaries and keeping the scoreboard ticking and helping the side as well.

On the other Surrey’s bowling unit led by Chris Jordan and Sam Curran proved to be positive in their knockout game against Lancashire. While showing a stunning performance, Surrey’s innings were built up by Evans and Roy who set them up with a competitive total of 187 as well. Then, the bowlers, led by Moriarty and Abbott, provided crucial breakthroughs and kept the pressure on. However, it was Abbott’s thrilling final over that secured Surrey’s remarkable 13-run win, helping them reach an exciting semi-final clash as well. And, it will be interesting to see which team will reach the final.

Pitch Report and Weather Forecast

The batters will get the benefit at Edgbaston where a high-scoring game can be expected as well. However, playing conditions are not so pleasant with a 90% chance of rain during the game. Moreover, the temperatures will be around the 18-degree Celsius as well.

Probable Xl

Somerset: Tom Banton (wk), Will Smeed, Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Tom Abell, Sean Dickson, Ben Green, Lewis Gregory (c), Craig Overton, Matt Henry, Ish Sodhi, Jack Brooks

Surrey: Will Jacks, Laurie Evans, Jason Roy, Sam Curran, Tom Curran, Jamie Smith (wk), Jamie Overton, Chris Jordan (c), Sean Abbott, Gus Atkinson, Daniel Moriarty