The 3rd quarter-final match of the Vitality T20 Blast 2026 will be played between Nottinghamshire and Surrey. The North Group team, Nottinghamshire, dominated every team in the group stage as they won 8 games out of the 12 they played, while the South Group team, Surrey, stood in second position on the South Group points table with 7 wins out of the 12 matches they played. The contest will be a high-voltage one, as both teams have performed in storming form throughout the tournament.
Match Details: Date, Time & Venue
- Match: 3rd Quarter Final Match
- Tournament: The Vitality T20 Blast 2026
- Date: 15th July 2026
- Time: 4:30 PM LOCAL
- Venue: Trent Bridge, Nottingham
- Live Streaming: Sky Go (UK) / SonyLiv app (India)
- Live Telecast: Sky Sports Cricket (UK)
Current Form Overview
Nottinghamshire lost the last game by 18 runs, which they played against Yorkshire. The game was played on 12th July 2026, in the 106th T20 match of the T20 Blast, at Leeds. Whereas Surrey also lost the last contest against Essex, held on 12th July 2026, and it was the 108th T20 game of the tournament by 8 wickets.
Recent Form of Both Teams
- Nottinghamshire: W, W, W, W, L
- Surrey: W, L, W, W, L
Trent Bridge Pitch Report for Nottinghamshire vs Surrey 3rd Quarter Final
Trent Bridge pitch offers a neutral track as it is suitable for both sides, batting and bowling, as it offers good swing and pace for the bowlers in the first few overs. Then, the swing fades, and the bounce factor of the pitch offers good timing between the ball and bat and makes it easier for the batter to score runs.
The average first-innings score on this ground is 169 and 139 in the second innings in T20s. The toss-winning team should go for batting first on this pitch, put up a good total, and later defend.
Nottingham Weather Forecast Ahead of Nottinghamshire vs Surrey 3rd Quarter Final
The chances of rain at Nottingham are between 0% and 15%, which gives assurance that the match can happen without any interruptions, and humidity will be low, around 50%–60%. The weather overall will be bright, with a maximum temperature of 28°C and a minimum of 26°C. Winds, which will be north-northeast at 14 to 27 km/h, will provide extra swing and pace to the fast bowlers.
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Nottinghamshire vs Surrey 3rd Quarter Final: Probable Playing XI
Nottinghamshire Probable Playing XI: Joe Clarke (C & WK), George Munsey, Jack Haynes, Freddie McCann, Tom Moores, George Linde, Benny Howell, Liam Patterson-White, Dillon Pennington, Olly Stone, and Binura Fernando.
Surrey Probable Playing XI: Jason Roy, Laurie Evans, Josh Philippe, Ollie Pope (C & WK), Dan Lawrence, Tom Curran, Jordan Clark, Chris Jordan, Sean Abbott, Tom Lawes, and Reece Topley.
Players to Watch
Nottinghamshire: Liam Patterson-White, George Linde, and Dillon Pennington
Liam took three wickets in his four-over spell with an economy of 3.25 in the previous match played against Yorkshire. George Linde, in the same clash, took two wickets at a very crucial stage of the match by dismissing Andrew Tye in the death overs and Hasan Ali. Dillon Pennington’s 37-run knock in the end saved Nottinghamshire, and his late blitz took the team to the quarterfinals. These players will play a crucial role in the 3rd quarterfinal match.
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Surrey: Jason Roy, Chris Jordan, and Ollie Pope
Jason Roy plays as an opener for Surrey, and his innings will be crucial for Surrey. He is known for his long, steady hitting style and for providing a good start to the team. Whereas Chris Jordan, in the last match against Essex, scored 25 runs in the death overs, and Ollie Pope, the captain and wicketkeeper for Surrey in the middle order, will play a pivotal role in keeping the scoreboard moving.
Who Will Win the Match?
Nottinghamshire have strong recent form and home advantage, while Surrey have a deeper batting lineup and better knockout experience. Recent head-to-head results slightly favour Surrey.
Trent Bridge should assist both batters and seamers. Expect a close contest, with Surrey holding a slight edge if their experienced players perform well.
Sports Digest Prediction: Nottinghamshire
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