The table-toppers Surrey will be looking to maintain their stay at the top of the County Championship Division One points table when they take on Essex in the 45th fixture of the competition.
The match will be contested at Kennington Oval, London, the United Kingdom from Tuesday (July 19).
Surrey has been the team to beat in the ongoing County season. With five wins and four drawn matches, they have garnered 145 points to top the table.
They are heading into this game on the back of a 4 wickets victory against Yorkshire. Rory Burns and Jamie Overton were the standout performers for them.
Speaking of Essex, the team has played eight matches so far, out of which they have managed to win four games, and lost one while four of their fixtures ended in a draw.
They have collected 98 points and are currently positioned at the fourth spot on the points table. They mauled Gloucestershire by 9 wickets in their most recent fixture and must be aiming to extend their winning streak in the competition.
Key Performers
Alastair Cook and Tom Westley are the leading run scorers for Essex, having amassed 656 and 425 runs respectively.
Rory Burns and Ben Foakes have been in imperious form for Surrey. The duo has contributed 570 and 523 runs respectively for the table-toppers.
Match Details
Venue: Kennington Oval, London, United Kingdom
Date & Time: July 19 to July 22 at 3:30 PM IST
Live Streaming: YouTube Channels of the Respective Counties
Pitch Report
The pitch at Kennington Oval offers complete assistance to the seamers, and the batters can expect a late help from the surface. The team winning the toss might opt to bowl first at this venue.
CREX XI Suggestion
Wicket-Keeper: Adam Rossington, Ben Foakes
Batters: Alastair Cook, Rory Burns, Ollie Pope
All-Rounders: Will Jacks, Matthew Critchley, Ryan Patel
Bowlers: Jamie Overton, Sam Harmer, Jordan Clarke
Captain: Rory Burns
Vice-Captain: Jamie Overton