SUS vs LEI-Vitality Blast Men,Brighton, June 5, 2026 – Cross Pool Ashton Turner Stars as Leicestershire Chase Down Sussex in Thrilling Vitality Blast Clash

Harrison Ward Gives Sussex Flying Start

After being put into bat, Sussex got off to a blistering start thanks to opener Harrison Ward, who dominated the Leicestershire bowling attack.

Ward smashed 69 runs from just 33 balls, including 7 fours and 5 sixes, striking at an impressive 209.09. His aggressive innings powered Sussex to 95 runs inside the first nine overs.

However, once Ward was dismissed by Liam Trevaskis, Leicestershire fought back strongly through disciplined bowling and regular wickets.

Middle-order contributions from Tom Alsop (34) and Daniel Hughes (25) helped Sussex remain competitive, but the innings lost momentum during the closing overs.

Sussex were eventually bowled out for 179 in 19.5 overs.

Sussex Top Scorers
Harrison Ward – 69 (33)
Tom Alsop – 34 (21)
Daniel Hughes – 25 (24)
Leicestershire Bowlers Pull Things Back

Leicestershire's bowlers recovered brilliantly after Ward's early assault.

Ashton Turner impressed with the ball, taking 2 wickets for 24 runs, while Liam Trevaskis matched those figures with 2/27.

Ian Holland and Ben Green also claimed two wickets each as Sussex lost wickets regularly in the second half of their innings.

Best Bowling Figures
Ashton Turner – 2/24
Liam Trevaskis – 2/27
Ian Holland – 2/35
Ben Green – 2/30
Turner Leads Successful Chase

Leicestershire's chase began positively with Rishi Patel scoring a quick 25 from 15 balls, but Sussex fought back with early wickets.

The innings was rebuilt by Nick Kelly, who contributed a valuable 30 from 23 deliveries, before captain Ashton Turner took complete control of the contest.

Turner played a captain's knock, smashing an unbeaten 57 from just 28 balls, including 6 fours and 3 sixes at a strike rate of 203.57.

When pressure mounted late in the chase, Liam Trevaskis provided excellent support with 14 not out from 7 balls, helping Leicestershire cross the finish line in the 18th over.

Leicestershire Top Scorers
Ashton Turner – 57* (28)
Nick Kelly – 30 (23)
Rishi Patel – 25 (15)
Sussex Bowlers Unable to Defend Total

Sussex's pace attack picked up early wickets but struggled to contain Leicestershire's aggressive batting lineup.

Sean Hunt and captain Tymal Mills both claimed two wickets, while Danny Briggs and Danny Lamb chipped in with one wicket each.

However, Turner's explosive finishing ensured Sussex could not defend their total.

Best Sussex Bowling
Sean Hunt – 2/37
Tymal Mills – 2/38
Danny Briggs – 1/33
Danny Lamb – 1/20
Player of the Match
Ashton Turner (Leicestershire)
57* runs off 28 balls
6 fours
3 sixes
2 wickets for 24 runs

Turner delivered a complete all-round performance, making crucial contributions with both bat and ball to guide Leicestershire to a memorable victory.

Match Summary

Sussex: 179 all out (19.5 overs)

Harrison Ward 69 (33)
Tom Alsop 34 (21)
Daniel Hughes 25 (24)

Leicestershire: 180/6 (17.4 overs)

Ashton Turner 57* (28)
Nick Kelly 30 (23)
Rishi Patel 25 (15)

Result: Leicestershire won by 4 wickets.

Leicestershire's clinical chase and Turner's outstanding all-round display secured an important Cross Pool victory, while Sussex will regret failing to capitalize on the excellent platform provided by Harrison Ward's explosive innings.