Well, part one of 'operation miracle' at least was successful. It was actually quite amusing to find myself cheering on Middlesex. I almost enjoyed it! In fairness, they comprehensively thrashed Hampshire and thus have allowed Surrey to just about keep in the hunt. That was the good part.
The not so good part is that in doing so the Panthers have snuck ahead (just) on net run rate. And considering that it may well come down to run rate, suddenly things look a tad less rosy for the Lions. We now require Middlesex to lose against Essex on Sunday, Hampshire to lose against Sussex, and Surrey to thrash Gloucestershire. All three currently are tied on 14 points, and I suppose the only thing in Surrey's favour is that they have had a longer rest period than either of the other two. Although I guess this also means they might be a little out of practice: they always say momentum is key in T20.
Let's hope that whatever happens on Sunday, Surrey come out of the game well - preferably with a victory - and that they field the strongest team they are able. And even if they do fall short in the end on run rate, this season represents a much improved performance on the last few years.
Best of luck, Surrey!
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