The Rose Bowl in Southampton has historically been a venue that assists both bat and ball at different phases of a T20 innings. Over the years, the pacers have enjoyed bowling here, but the conditions can vary with weather and pitch preparation. Teams batting first often look to get beyond 170, but totals in the 150s are not uncommon.
Bowling Performance – Spin vs Pace
| Bowling Type | Bowling Average | Economy Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Spin Bowlers | 25.66 | 7.92 |
| Fast Bowlers | 23.84 | 8.17 |
Pace bowlers have maintained a slight edge at Southampton in terms of average and frequency of breakthroughs. Spinners, however, have managed to keep the economy under control, especially in the middle overs.
First Innings Score Trends
| Year | Avg 1st Innings Score |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 171.22 |
| 2023 | 145.00 |
| 2024 | 164.62 |
A clear dip was seen in 2023, with lower scores being defended more regularly. Still, anything around 165 to 170 tends to be a competitive total at The Rose Bowl.
Wickets Breakdown
Innings-wise Wickets:
| Innings | Avg Wickets Fallen |
|---|---|
| First Innings | 7.20 |
| Second Innings | 5.75 |
Overs Phase:
| Phase | Avg Wickets Per Innings |
|---|---|
| Powerplay Overs | 1.53 |
| Middle Overs | 2.52 |
| Death Overs | 2.71 |
Southampton witnesses the highest wicket activity during the death overs, followed by the middle phase. Powerplay wickets are relatively fewer, suggesting teams tend to consolidate early.
Top Run Scorers at The Rose Bowl, Southampton (2022–2025)
| Player | Runs Scored |
|---|---|
| James Vince | 948 |
| Ben McDermott | 486 |
| Joe Weatherley | 486 |
| Tom Prest | 326 |
| James Fuller | 297 |
James Vince dominates the charts, nearly doubling the next-best tally. He remains one of the most reliable T20 batters at this venue.
Top Wicket Takers at The Rose Bowl, Southampton (2022–2025)
| Player | Wickets Taken |
|---|---|
| Chris Wood | 23 |
| James Fuller | 21 |
| Liam Dawson | 21 |
| John Turner | 20 |
| Nathan Ellis | 12 |
The Hampshire bowling core delivers again with Chris Wood and James Fuller making their presence felt, while Liam Dawson continues to offer control and breakthroughs in the middle overs.
Tactical & Betting Tips
- Expect slower starts in the Powerplay and wicket flurries in the final five overs.
- James Vince is a go-to pick for fantasy and top batter markets.
- Death-over bowlers from either team should be considered for top wicket-taker bets.
- Batting first and putting up a score around 170 has been a successful formula at this venue.
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