ESS vs MID Dream11 Prediction: Dream11 Team Today, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update - Vitality Blast Men 2026, Match 78

The Vitality Blast Men 2026 matches are being played with full enthusiasm, where Essex will be locking horns with Middlesex in the 78th match of the tournament. The match is scheduled to be played at County Ground, Chelmsford, on 5th July, from 8:30 PM IST onwards. This match will be important, keeping in mind the history of this fixture.

Essex are currently at the 8th position with 5 wins out of 9 matches and are placed in a good position and will be looking forward to doing well in the rest of the tournament. On the other hand, Middlesex is at the bottom of the points table, with only 1 win out of 8 matches. This article will give you all necessary details for the ESS vs MID Dream11 team prediction and the ESS vs MID Dream11 prediction today match.

Essex vs Middlesex Match Details

ESS vs MID Dream11 Team Today Stats

ESS vs MID Toss Prediction

It is expected that Leus du Plooy, skipper of Middlesex, will win the toss and elect to bowl first, keeping in mind the bowling conditions of the venue.

Record of Chasing Teams at County Ground, Chelmsford

The County Ground, Chelmsford, one of the top cricket stadiums in England, offers good record of chasing, where 57.14% wins have been resulted while the chasing the total.

ESS vs MID Playing 11 (Probable)

ESS vs MID Top Run Scorers & Leading Wicket Takers

ESS vs MID Captain & Vice Captain Choices

Top Picks for ESS vs MID Captain Dream11 Prediction

Budget Picks for ESS vs MID Dream11 Prediction

Best Team for Dream11 Today's Match

• Keeper: M Pepper
• Batters: L du Plooy (c), M Holden, P Walter, B Geddes
• All-rounder: E Bosch, L Hollman, M Critchley, L Benkenstein (vc), S Harmer
• Bowlers: T Helm

Best Dream11 Team Today

• Keeper: M Pepper
• Batters: L du Plooy, M Holden, P Walter, B Geddes
• All-rounder: E Bosch (vc), L Hollman, M Critchley, S Harmer (c)
• Bowlers: S Cook, S Morgan

Note: Sportsdunia has prepared a fantasy team for the ESS vs MID match based on their experience in fantasy cricket.

ESS vs MID Dream11 Prediction Today (Match 78) Vitality Blast Men 2026 Players to Avoid

If you are looking for a good Dream11 team, make sure to avoid players like Shane Snater and Josh De Caires in your team, as they will not get you many fantasy points.

ESS vs MID Weather & Pitch Report at County Ground, Chelmsford

The weather in Chelmsford is expected to be cloudy with a temperature of around 28°C, creating good conditions for cricket. The pitch at County Ground, Chelmsford, is likely to offer a balanced contest between bat and ball, but fast bowlers should get some extra help, especially with the cloud cover around. Batters can still score runs if they settle in, and the average first-innings score at the venue is around 140 runs.

ESS vs MID H2H Records

Over the years, Essex and Middlesex have shared a close rivalry, with Essex winning 22 of 41 matches and Middlesex 18, where ne match ended with no result as well.

Disclaimer: This team is based on the analysis, calculated odds, and past experience of the author. While selecting your team, consider the analysis only as supporting data while making your own decision. Sportsdunia does not work with insider news and will not be responsible for any monetary loss to the users following the analysis.