Lancashire vs Sussex Vitality Blast head-to-head records are anchored at Old Trafford in Manchester, a venue that has hosted 76 T20 Blast matches since 2014.
Old Trafford serves as the primary home ground for Lancashire, with the county appearing in every recorded match at the venue. The stadium has witnessed significant scoring milestones, including Yorkshire’s highest team total of 236/6 and Worcestershire’s lowest score of 53/10.
Overview
The Lancashire versus Sussex rivalry constitutes a significant fixture within the Vitality Blast, the premier domestic T20 competition in England. These encounters take place at Old Trafford, the historic cricket ground located in Manchester, England. The venue has served as a primary stage for T20 Blast action since the league's inception in 2014. As of the most recent match on 2026-05-29, Old Trafford has hosted a total of 76 T20 Blast matches. Lancashire is the most active team at this venue, having participated in all 76 recorded matches. The first match at this ground was played on 2014-05-17, marking the beginning of a long-standing tradition of county T20 cricket in Manchester.
The highest team total recorded at Old Trafford is 236/6, achieved by Yorkshire on 2025-07-11. This performance coincided with the venue's highest individual batting score, as JM Bairstow scored 116 runs during the same match. The 236/6 total represents the peak offensive output captured in the Cricsheet data for this ground, highlighting the potential for high-scoring encounters when the pitch favors the batsmen.
At the other end of the spectrum, the lowest team total at Old Trafford is 53/10, posted by Worcestershire on 2016-06-24. This scoreline demonstrates the ground's capacity to produce low-scoring thrillers, where defensive strategies and tight bowling spells can restrict an opposition side to just over 50 runs. The contrast between the 236/6 high and the 53/10 low underscores the variable nature of T20 Blast conditions at this historic venue.
Bowling excellence at Old Trafford is exemplified by CJ Green's best figures of 5/11, recorded on 2024-06-02. These figures stand out as the most dominant individual bowling performance in the venue's T20 Blast history according to the available records. The combination of extreme batting highs and exceptional bowling lows contributes to the competitive balance observed in matches played at this Manchester ground.
Individual Records at Old Trafford
Individual Records at Old Trafford
Individual performances at Old Trafford have defined several key T20 Blast encounters. The highest individual batting score recorded at the venue is 116 runs, achieved by JM Bairstow. This milestone was reached during a match on 2025-07-11, coinciding with Yorkshire's highest team total of 236/6 at the ground. Bairstow's century stands as the benchmark for batting excellence in the Vitality Blast at this Manchester venue.
On the bowling front, CJ Green holds the record for the best figures at Old Trafford. Green took 5 wickets for 11 runs in a match played on 2024-06-02. These figures represent the most dominant individual bowling performance in the 76 matches held at the stadium since 2014. The combination of low runs conceded and high wicket tally highlights the impact of spin and pace on the Old Trafford pitch during that specific contest.
Match Frequency and Venue Context
Old Trafford has hosted 76 T20 Blast matches since the venue's first recorded game on 2014-05-17. The most recent contest took place on 2026-05-29, establishing a continuous period of usage spanning over twelve years. Lancashire stands as the most active team at the venue, with 76 matches credited to their involvement. This high volume of fixtures underscores the ground's central role in the county's T20 campaign within the Vitality Blast structure.
Frequently asked questions
What is the highest team total at Old Trafford?
What is the lowest team total at Old Trafford?
Who holds the highest individual batting score at Old Trafford?
JM Bairstow holds the record for the highest individual batting score at Old Trafford with 116 runs, achieved on July 11, 2025.
Who has the best bowling figures at Old Trafford?
CJ Green has the best bowling figures at Old Trafford with 5/11, recorded on June 2, 2024.
How many T20 Blast matches have been played at Old Trafford?
A total of 76 T20 Blast matches have been played at Old Trafford, with the first match taking place on May 17, 2014, and the most recent on May 29, 2026.
Summary
Old Trafford in Manchester has hosted 76 T20 Blast matches since May 17, 2014, with Lancashire participating in all recorded games at the venue.
Individual records at Old Trafford feature JM Bairstow’s highest batting score of 116 and CJ Green’s best bowling figures of 5/11, highlighting the venue’s capacity for both explosive batting and dominant bowling performances in T20 cricket.