The Vitality Blast 2025 is back, and cricket fans across England and Wales are gearing up for another cracking summer. As the flagship T20 tournament of England and Wales, it’s where the masses go old-school, passionate for their counties and hope they are champions once more!
Old Trafford, one of the most iconic grounds in the country and the home ground for Lancashire, will once again play a major role this season. We’ve crunched the numbers from recent years to give fans and teams a heads-up on what to expect.
Seamers Doing the Business
As expected, it is the seamers doing the damage at the Old Trafford, be it for Lancashire or their opposition! The spinners have kept it a bit tight, but the wicket taking prowess of the pacers far outweighs spin keeping it tight.
| Bowling Type | Bowling Average | Economy Rate |
| Fast Bowlers | 24.25 | 8.83 |
| Spinners | 35.12 | 8.52 |
With these figures, it’s no surprise most teams will be tempted to go heavy on seam this season.
First Innings Totals on the Slide
Batters have had a tougher time setting big scores lately. The average first innings score has dropped each year, which could mean more bowling friendly pitches, or some ordinary batting.
| Year | Average First Innings Score |
| 2022 | 177.84 |
| 2023 | 171.72 |
| 2024 | 157.17 |
As a fan, don’t be shocked if totals around 165-170 are comfortably defended at this venue.
Wickets Falling Regularly
The average number of wickets per innings remain similar, but the damage is done in the
| Phase | Average Wickets |
| Powerplay | 1.82 |
| Middle Overs | 4.74 |
| Death Overs | 2.35 |
| 1st Innings | 5.68 |
| 2nd Innings | 5.63 |
Sides will need to be switched on throughout the innings – there’s no cruising through the middle overs here.
Who’s Bagging the Runs?
A list topped by the Lancashire players, Salt and Livingstone will remain crucial to their title defence once more, and Croft will be replaced by another Lancashire player as he retires!
| Batter | Runs Scored |
| Phil Salt | 448 |
| Liam Livingstone | 352 |
| Steven Croft | 342 |
| Luke Wells | 279 |
| Daryl Mitchell | 222 |
Phil Salt in particular has been on fire — one to keep your eye on again this season.
Who’s Been at the Sharp End?
It’s not just about batters. The bowlers who’ve made the biggest impact are mostly quicks. Luke Wood leads the charge, but there’s a good mix of local talent stepping up.
| Bowler | Wickets Taken |
| Luke Wood | 23 |
| Luke Wells | 16 |
| Richard Gleeson | 9 |
| Saqib Mahmood | 9 |
| Liam Livingstone | 8 |
Expect Luke Wells to be amongst the wickets once again, in brilliant T20 form with bat and ball, he is an all-rounder to watch out for!
What It All Means for 2025
With the latest stats in hand, here’s what fans and teams should bear in mind at Old Trafford in the upcoming Vitality Blast:
- 🏏 Back the seamers – they’ve delivered the goods consistently
- 🎯 Set realistic targets – around 160 could be enough
- 👀 Trust the form players – Salt and Wood have been bang in form
Expect tight contests, quick turnarounds, and matches that go right down to the wire.
Final Word
Whether you’re down the local, heading to the ground, or following your county from home, the 2025 Vitality Blast promises another top-drawer summer. And at Old Trafford, the blend of history and atmosphere makes every match feel like a proper occasion.
So bring your mates, cheer on your side, and keep an eye on the stats — giving you the edge you need for your Fantasy Side and for your Wagers!
