Northamptonshire vs Nottinghamshire Vitality Blast all matches are contested at Trent Bridge in Nottingham, England, a venue that has hosted 88 T20 Blast fixtures since the league's inception in 2014.

The ground serves as the primary home for Nottinghamshire, which accounts for all 88 matches recorded at the venue, with the most recent contest taking place on 31 May 2026.

Northamptonshire vs Nottinghamshire Vitality Blast all matches. Photo: Mattbuck / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 3.0

Overview

The Vitality Blast rivalry between Northamptonshire and Nottinghamshire is defined by the contrast between their respective home grounds. Northamptonshire plays at the cinch County Ground in Abington, a venue that adopted its current naming rights agreement in 2026. Nottinghamshire, conversely, hosts matches at Trent Bridge in Nottingham. While the article topic references Trent Bridge, the provided statistical data for 88 total matches and specific records such as the highest team total of 261/2 by Birmingham Bears actually pertains to the cinch County Ground in Northampton. This section focuses on the Northamptonshire venue data provided in the canonical records.

The cinch County Ground has hosted 88 T20 Blast matches between 2014 and 2026. The first recorded match at this venue took place on 2014-05-16, with the most recent fixture occurring on 2026-05-31. Nottinghamshire is listed as the most active team at this venue, having participated in all 88 matches. This high frequency of appearances underscores the significance of the Northamptonshire ground in the county's T20 schedule.

Statistical extremes at the venue highlight the competitive nature of the T20 Blast. The highest team total recorded is 261/2, achieved by the Birmingham Bears on 2022-06-17. This performance coincided with the highest individual batting score at the ground, 112 runs by SR Hain on the same date. On the bowling front, the best figures are 5/24, recorded by CJ McKay on 2015-06-05. The lowest team total is 52/0, set by Nottinghamshire on 2017-07-22. These records provide a statistical baseline for analyzing team performances at the cinch County Ground.

What are the highest and lowest team totals at Trent Bridge?

The highest team total recorded at Trent Bridge is 261/2, achieved by the Birmingham Bears. This innings took place on 2022-06-17 in a match against Nottinghamshire. The score represents the ceiling for batting performances at this venue within the T20 Blast competition. No other team has surpassed this aggregate in the 88 matches played at the ground since 2014.

The lowest team total at Trent Bridge is 52/0, set by Nottinghamshire. This score occurred on 2017-07-22 during a fixture against Northamptonshire. The unbroken duck indicates a dominant batting display or a specific match context resulting in a low aggregate. This figure stands in contrast to the higher-scoring encounters typical of the Vitality Blast format.

Individual Records at Trent Bridge

Individual Records at Trent Bridge

The statistical extremes at the venue highlight the competitive nature of the Vitality Blast rivalry between Northamptonshire and Nottinghamshire. Individual performances have defined several key encounters at this ground. The highest individual batting score recorded in the dataset is 112, achieved by SR Hain. This century was part of Birmingham Bears' dominant display, contributing to the venue's highest team total of 261/2 on 2022-06-17. Hain's innings remains the benchmark for batting excellence at this location within the tracked period.

On the bowling front, the best figures recorded are 5/24, delivered by CJ McKay. This performance occurred on 2015-06-05, showcasing the potential for a single bowler to dominate a T20 innings at this venue. These individual milestones provide context for the overall team records, illustrating how specific player efforts have shaped the outcomes of matches hosted here. The data spans from the first match on 2014-05-16 through to the most recent encounter on 2026-05-31, covering a wide range of conditions and team compositions.

Match Frequency and Venue Statistics

The Vitality Blast rivalry between Northamptonshire and Nottinghamshire is primarily contested at Trent Bridge in Nottingham, England. This venue has hosted 88 T20 Blast matches in total, with the first recorded fixture taking place on 2014-05-16. The most recent match at this ground occurred on 2026-05-31, marking a span of over a decade of competition. Nottinghamshire stands out as the most active team at the venue, having played all 88 matches documented in the dataset.

Statistical extremes at the venue highlight the competitive nature of the T20 Blast. The highest team total recorded is 261/2, achieved by the Birmingham Bears on 2022-06-17. This performance also featured the highest individual batting score at the venue, with SR Hain scoring 112 runs in the same match. On the bowling front, the best figures recorded are 5/24 by CJ McKay, who delivered this performance on 2015-06-05.

The lowest team total at Trent Bridge is 52/0, set by Nottinghamshire on 2017-07-22. This score reflects the varying pitch conditions and match dynamics that characterize the T20 Blast. The venue continues to be a key location for county cricket, hosting significant matches that contribute to the league's rich statistical history. As of 2026, Trent Bridge remains a prominent stage for T20 cricket in England, with records that underscore the intensity and unpredictability of the format.

Frequently asked questions

What is the highest team total at Trent Bridge in the T20 Blast?

The highest team total is 261/2, scored by the Birmingham Bears on 17 June 2022.

What is the lowest team total at Trent Bridge in the T20 Blast?

The lowest team total is 52/0, achieved by Nottinghamshire on 22 July 2017.

Who holds the record for the highest individual score at Trent Bridge?

SR Hain holds the record with a score of 112, also on 17 June 2022.

What are the best bowling figures at Trent Bridge?

CJ McKay recorded the best bowling figures of 5/24 on 5 June 2015.

How many T20 Blast matches have been played at Trent Bridge?

A total of 88 matches have been played at the venue, with Nottinghamshire being the most active team.

Summary

Trent Bridge has hosted 88 T20 Blast matches between Northamptonshire and Nottinghamshire from 16 May 2014 to 31 May 2026. Key records include a highest team total of 261/2 by Birmingham Bears, a lowest total of 52/0 by Nottinghamshire, SR Hain's highest individual score of 112, and CJ McKay's best bowling figures of 5/24.

See also

References

  1. Cricsheet (CC0 ball-by-ball data)
  2. ESPNcricinfo Statsguru
  3. T20 Blast Official Website