Match Preview | Metro Bank One Day Cup | Northamptonshire Steelbacks | 31 July 2026
Thu 30 Jul 2026
Leicestershire return to Metro Bank One Day Cup action as they face Northamptonshire Steelbacks in their fifth fixture in just 10 days.
It marks the Foxes' first return to Northampton since sealing the Division Two title there last September, a ground that holds fond memories after last season's promotion-winning campaign.
The Foxes sit on eight points, having recorded victories over Gloucestershire and Surrey, while Northamptonshire have one win from their opening three matches, defeating Warwickshire in their tournament opener.
Leicestershire will be aiming to bounce back after consecutive defeats to Lancashire and Notts Outlaws, as they look to reignite their push for a place in the knockout stages.
SQUAD:
The Foxes are forced into their first changes to the travelling squad in this year's competition after Ruan de Swardt suffered a quad injury against Notts Outlaws and is awaiting the results of a scan.
Nick Kelly returns from international duty with New Zealand to take his place as the second overseas player, while Ben Mike comes into the squad for his first involvement of the tournament. Josh Davey misses out after picking up a minor quad injury and will continue to be assessed by the club's physiotherapy team.
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