In one of the most tightly contested T20 matches of the season, Sussex held their nerve to defeat Middlesex by 16 runs in a pulsating encounter that saw fireworks in the final overs. With bowlers stepping up under pressure and batters trading boundaries like poker chips, this match had everything a cricket fan could ask for — suspense, sixes, and a dash of drama.
Match Summary: Sussex Win by 16 Runs
Chasing Sussex’s competitive total, Middlesex finished at 186-7 after 20 overs, falling short despite a late onslaught from Ryan Higgins (44 off just 16 balls) and Ben Geddes (51 off 37).
Just when Middlesex seemed on the verge of a stunning comeback, Ollie Robinson came in like a wrecking ball in the 20th over, snatching two critical wickets and conceding only 4 legal deliveries in the final 6 balls. His final figures — 4 overs, 27 runs, 3 wickets — underlined why he’s one of the most valuable death-over specialists on the circuit.
Turning Points
1. Tymal Mills’ Mid-Innings Strikes
Though expensive (4-0-54-2), Tymal Mills got two vital wickets — including the explosive Luke Hollman — just as Middlesex was building momentum. His strike in the 17th over halted what could’ve been a runaway chase.
2. Ben Geddes’ Anchor Knock
Geddes’ half-century gave Middlesex hope. He batted with calm composure even as wickets tumbled around him. But once he departed to Robinson in the final over, the writing was on the wall.
3. Robinson’s Clutch Over
Coming back for the last over with 21 needed, Robinson mixed line and length like a Michelin-star chef. He got Ben Geddes caught on the first ball and then clean-bowled Ryan Higgins, who was threatening to steal the game.
Key Stats That Mattered
| Player | Performance |
|---|---|
| Ollie Robinson | 4-0-27-3 (incl. 20th over heroics) |
| Ryan Higgins | 44 off 16 balls (5×4, 3×6) |
| Ben Geddes | 51 off 37 balls |
| Tymal Mills | 4-0-54-2 (high-risk, high-reward) |
| Brad Currie | 4-0-38-2 (early pressure) |
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FAQs
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186 for 7 in 20 overs.
Sussex won by 16 runs.
Ryan Higgins (3 sixes in his 44-run blitz).
He took two key wickets and bowled with exceptional control, sealing the match.
Conclusion
Cricket fans were treated to a genuine thriller as Sussex’s disciplined death bowling triumphed over Middlesex’s valiant chase. In the end, it was experience and composure under pressure — particularly by Ollie Robinson — that separated victory from heartbreak.
With performances like these, don’t be surprised if both teams continue making headlines this season. If you blink, you just might miss another epic like Middlesex vs Sussex.
