Middlesex switch to Brit Oval

Middlesex's Twenty20 quarter-final has been moved © Getty Images

Middlesex have reached agreement with Surrey to cross London and play their Twenty20 Cup quarter-final at The Oval next month.

The Crusaders have qualified for the last eight as South Division winners but will not be able to play at Lord’s due to preparations for England’s first Test against South Africa on July 10.

The quarter-finals are due to take place in the immediate days preceding the Test.

Middlesex had considered using an outground such as Uxbridge but have opted for the home of their rivals in the interests of supporters.

The Crusaders have enjoyed a successful Twenty20 campaign thus far, winning seven of their nine games in the competition.