Lord's is the historic home of Middlesex County Cricket Club and a premier venue for the Vitality Blast, hosting 51 T20 matches between 2014 and 2026.
The ground has witnessed significant individual and team performances, including the highest team total of 237/6 and the best bowling figures of 5/10, establishing it as a key statistical hub for London-based T20 cricket.
Overview
What is the highest team total at Lord's in the T20 Blast?
The highest team total recorded at Lord's in the T20 Blast stands at 237/6, achieved by Essex against Middlesex on 18 June 2023. This score represents the peak of batting output at the venue across 51 matches played between 2014 and 2026. The chase occurred during a high-scoring encounter that highlighted the ground's potential for run accumulation when conditions favor the batsmen. No other team has surpassed this mark in the Vitality Blast fixtures held at the historic London ground.
Individual performances have also contributed to these team records. MDE Holden scored 121 runs on 16 June 2023, providing a significant portion of Essex's high total. On the bowling front, TG Helm recorded the best figures at the venue with 5/10 on 27 July 2017. These individual milestones complement the team records, illustrating the depth of statistical achievements at Lord's. The venue continues to produce notable performances in the T20 Blast, maintaining its status as a key ground in English county cricket.
Who are the top individual performers at Lord's?
Who are the top individual performers at Lord's?
The batting record at this venue is held by MDE Holden, who scored 121 runs for Middlesex on 2023-06-16. This performance stands as the highest individual batting score in the 51 T20 Blast matches played at Lord's since 2014. Holden's century was part of a strong batting display that contributed to the venue's competitive history in the Vitality Blast.
On the bowling front, TG Helm achieved the best bowling figures at Lord's with 5 wickets for 10 runs. This performance occurred on 2017-07-27, showcasing the potential for dominant individual spells on the pitch. Helm's figures remain the benchmark for bowlers competing at this historic London ground.
These individual records highlight the quality of cricket played at Lord's in the T20 Blast. The venue has hosted 51 matches, with Middlesex being the most active team, participating in all 51 games. The first match at Lord's was played on 2014-05-17, and the most recent was on 2026-05-24, demonstrating the venue's consistent use in the league.
How does Lord's compare to other T20 Blast grounds?
The statistical profile of Lord's as a T20 Blast venue is defined by its status as the primary home ground for Middlesex. With 51 matches recorded in the dataset, Middlesex is the most active team at this London venue. The competition history at this specific ground spans from the first match on 2014-05-17 through to the most recent fixture on 2026-05-24. This long-term data set allows for an analysis of scoring trends and pitch behavior over more than a decade of Vitality Blast cricket.
Scoring patterns at Lord's show significant variance between team totals. The highest team total recorded is 237/6, achieved by Essex on 2023-06-18. This high score indicates that the pitch can offer substantial running room for batsmen when conditions are favorable. In contrast, the lowest team total is 63/2, posted by Middlesex on 2024-06-13. This low score suggests that the surface can also present challenges, potentially favoring bowlers or resulting in cautious batting approaches depending on the match context.
Individual performances further illustrate the range of conditions at this venue. The highest individual batting score is 121, scored by MDE Holden on 2023-06-16. This century demonstrates the potential for high individual outputs when batsmen find their rhythm. On the bowling front, TG Helm achieved the best bowling figures of 5/10 on 2017-07-27. These individual records highlight the quality of cricket played at Lord's, with both batsmen and bowlers capable of producing standout performances. The data from 2014 to 2026 provides a comprehensive view of how the pitch has evolved and how teams have adapted their strategies over time.
Frequently asked questions
What is the highest team total at Lord's in the T20 Blast?
The highest team total recorded at Lord's is 237/6, scored by Essex on 18 June 2023.
What is the lowest team total at Lord's in the T20 Blast?
The lowest team total at Lord's is 63/2, achieved by Middlesex on 13 June 2024.
Who holds the record for the highest individual score at Lord's?
MDE Holden holds the record for the highest individual score at Lord's with 121 runs, scored on 16 June 2023.
Who has the best bowling figures at Lord's in the T20 Blast?
TG Helm recorded the best bowling figures at Lord's with 5/10 on 27 July 2017.
Which team has played the most matches at Lord's in the T20 Blast?
Middlesex is the most active team at the venue, having played 51 matches there since the first T20 match in 2014.
Summary
Lord's has hosted 51 T20 Blast matches from 17 May 2014 to 24 May 2026. Key records include Essex's highest team total of 237/6, Middlesex's lowest total of 63/2, MDE Holden's highest individual score of 121, and TG Helm's best bowling figures of 5/10.
See also
- T20 Blast Records at Edgbaston Cricket Ground
- First known use of English cricket venues (1610–1825)
- T20 Blast Records: International Men's Cricket Grounds in England and Wales
- T20 Blast records at The Cooper Associates County Ground, Beckenham
- T20 Blast Records at Arundel Castle Cricket Club Ground
- T20 Blast records at Old Trafford Cricket Ground