Taunton — T20 Blast Pitch Report

Cooper Associates County Ground, Taunton · Home of Somerset

Last updated: 2026-06-02 · By CricketPrediction.com

Quaint compact ground with short boundaries — par 175 in Blast and 25 of 66 matches land in the 170-189 band. Chasing wins 46 percent of Blast matches here.

46%
Chase win rate (Blast)
175
Avg 1st innings
67m
Straight boundary
light
Dew impact
8,500
Capacity
1882
Established

Taunton FAQ

Is Taunton better for batting first or chasing?

In the Vitality Blast, the chasing side has won 46% of matches at Taunton. That is close to an even split, so team strength matters more than the toss.

What is a good T20 score at Taunton?

The average first-innings total in the Blast at Taunton is around 175. It is a high-scoring ground — chase targets above 185 are competitive.

Does dew affect matches at Taunton?

Dew impact at Taunton is light. Unlike subcontinental venues, evening dew rarely forces a chase-only strategy here.

Which county plays home matches at Taunton?

Taunton is the Vitality Blast home of Somerset.

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