Surrey are heading to the heart of the county to face Leicestershire Foxes in the Metro Bank One Day Cup at Guildford CC tomorrow
Rory Burns’ side will be aiming to make it two wins from two after Tuesday’s all-around performance against Lancashire in Sedbergh.
Leicestershire began their campaign with a tense two-wicket victory over Gloucestershire in Kibworth.
The match starts at 11am, with gates opening at 9:30am. All attendees, including Members require a valid ticket, which will be scanned prior to entering the ground. Please note, this fixture is ‘SOLD OUT’. There are no additional tickets, including Members’ tickets, available on the day.
Spectator info for Guildford can be found here.
HOW CAN I KEEP UP WITH THE MATCH?
The match will be broadcast live on Surrey’s YouTube channel, with a link placed on the Club’s Match Centre. Surrey’s social media channels will also provide regular updates and share match clips throughout the game.
A report and highlights will be published on the Kia Oval website after the conclusion of the match.
SQUAD
Ralphie Albert comes into Surrey’s 14-player squad after returning from England U19s duty.
All-rounder Tiaan van Vuuren misses out due to a hamstring injury.
LEICESTERSHIRE FOXES
Previewed by Jon Culley – ECB Reporters Network supported by Rothesay
Captain: Stephen Eskinazi
2025 position: 7th (Group A)
2025 most runs: Shan Masood (400)
2025 most wickets: Alex Green (18)
Why they can win the competition: Leicestershire fans have endured a dismal season thus far but the Foxes have performed well in the 50-over format in recent seasons, winners of this competition in 2023 and semi-finalists in 2024. There is a confidence they can challenge again.
Player to watch: Young pace bowler Alex Green was a sensation in the 2025 competition, taking five wickets in an innings three times. Still only 19, and with more experience in the locker, he will again be a dangerous opponent.
Young gun: Former Surrey academy player Sheridan Gumbs impressed with his quality and composure on his first-class debut for Leicestershire last month. The 22-year-old left-hand batter has a chance to build on that promise after signing a new deal.
Final thought: Leicestershire’s season feels like it might benefit from a reset and installing experienced former Middlesex white-ball captain Eskinazi as 50-overs skipper looks a smart move. The 32-year-old also has an outstanding record in List A cricket, with six centuries in just 29 innings. The addition of well-credentialed young batter Hamza Shaikh on the eve of the tournament is exciting after he agreed a three-year deal.
