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CLAIM NOWKent vs Sussex, T20BLAST, Today Match Prediction 12 July 2024
KENT vs SUS Win Probability
Toss Winner - Kent won the toss and choose to bowl first
Sussex beat Kent by 88 runs
Can Kent stun Sussex with a win? Or can the table-toppers stave off Kent in their backyard?
- Kent have lost four of their five recent matches, while Sussex have been defeated in two of their five matches.
- Kent lead the overall head to head against Sussex with 17 wins and 14 losses.
- Sussex hold the edge in recent encounters, winning 3 games and losing 2.
We are backing Sussex as winners of this contest.
| Tournament: | Vitality T20 Blast, 2024 |
| Format: | t20 |
| Venue: | The Spitfire Ground, St Lawrence, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom |
| Toss Prediction: | To Bowl |
| Weather: | 18.3°C|Partly cloudy |
KENT vs SUS Match Prediction & Analysis
In a clash of contrasting fortunes, Kent, languishing at the bottom on the points table, host the high-flying Sussex who are sitting pretty at the second spot. Sussex Sharks are playing some exhilarating cricket, with their batting line-up firing on all cylinders and their bowling attack consistently taking wickets.
On the other hand, Kent’s campaign so far has been riddled with inconsistency, with flashes of brilliance overshadowed by poor cricket. Despite their current slump, Kent cannot be overlooked.
They possess a strong batting line-up themselves, with the likes of Sam Billings and Daniel Bell-Drummond capable of taking the game away from the opposition on their day.
This match presents a golden opportunity for Sussex to solidify their top spot, while Kent desperately needs a win to finish their campaign with some respectability.
RECENT PERFORMANCE
KENT
L L L L L
KENT
SUS
W L W W L
SUS
190/8 in 18.0 10.56
235/6 in 20.0 11.75
HEAD TO HEAD
Last 3 Matches
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117/4 in 10.0
VITALITY T20 BLAST 2023
Sussex won by 11 runs (D/L method)
228/7 in 20.0
169/7 in 20.0
VITALITY T20 BLAST 2023
Kent beat Sussex by 6 wickets
172/4 in 18.4
TEAMS PREVIEW
Kent Preview
Having scored the bulk of runs for Kent this season, the experienced trio of Sam Billings (327 runs), Daniel Bell-Drummond (286 runs), and Denly (162 runs) hold the key. They have struggled to finish with a flourish in most games this season, so it’s important that explosive batsmen like Tawanda Muyeye and Mark O'Riordan shift gears and play according to the situation.
Matt Parkinson (13 wickets, Avg: 7.87, Eco: 7.50) has been the standout performer for Kent, consistently picking up wickets at an impressive economy rate.
While Nathan Gilchrist has been effective, he needs to tighten things up a little because his economy rate at the moment looks bad. The jury is still out on Australian import Xavier Bartlett (9 wickets, Avg: 22.11, Eco: 8.75), who is yet to find his rhythm in this competition. Kent will be hoping he can replicate his Big Bash League form and provide a much-needed boost to their bowling attack.
Kent Predicted Playing XI:
Daniel Bell-Drummond, Tawanda Muyeye, Marcus ORiordan, Sam Billings (c & wk), Joey Evison, Jack Leaning, Harry Finch, Tom Rogers, Grant Stewart, Matthew Parkinson, Nathan Gilchrist.
Kent Key Players From Previous Game Of Vitality T20 Blast, 2024
Kent Actual Playing XI:
Daniel Bell-Drummond, Marcus O'Riordan, Joey Evison, Nathan Gilchrist, Sam Billings, Jack Leaning, Tawanda Muyeye, Jas Singh, Matthew Parkinson, Thomas Rogers, Feroze Khushi
Sussex Preview
The Aussie left hander Daniel Hughes has been on fire for Sussex at the top of the order and has sent out a clear message that he’s not a spent force and is still very much a force to be reckoned with. James Coles (275 runs, Avg: 27.50, SR: 150.34) and Tom Alsop (212 runs, Avg: 21.20, SR: 150.00) have provided solid in the middle order, forming a formidable batting core.
All-rounder Nathan McAndrew (102 runs, Avg: 20.40) has also chipped in with handy contributions with the bat down the order, adding depth and flexibility to the Sussex batting lineup.
Led by the experienced Tymal Mills, their bowling attack boasts a good mix of pace and spin, making them a challenging proposition for any opposition. The experienced campaigner Tymal Mills (20 wickets, Avg: 15.00, Eco: 7.50) has been a standout performer for Sussex this season, impressing with excellent strike rates and economy.
Nathan McAndrew (13 wickets, Avg: 18.46, Eco: 8.13) and Coles (11 wickets, Avg: 19.09, Eco: 8.27) have been the other key wicket-takers for Sussex, providing crucial breakthroughs.
Sussex Predicted Playing XI:
Daniel Hughes, Harrison Ward, Tom Clark, James Coles, John Simpson (wk), Tom Alsop, Danny Lamb, Nathan McAndrew, Jack Carson, Ollie Robinson, Tymal Mills (c).
Sussex Key Players From Previous Game Of Vitality T20 Blast, 2024
Sussex Actual Playing XI:
John Simpson, Tom Alsop, Jack Carson, Tom Clark, James Coles, Bradley Currie, Daniel Hughes, Danny Lamb, Nathan McAndrew, Ollie Robinson, Harrison Ward
PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS
Weather Conditions
The St. Lawrence wicket in Canterbury is known for being a batter-friendly surface with a slight early advantage for pacers. The weather forecast looks okay in the afternoon but the conditions are likely to improve in the evening, so we hope to get a full game of cricket without any delay or reduction in overs.
KENT vs SUS Pitch Report
The match will be played at the St Lawrence Ground, Canterbury. Interestingly, Sussex have defeated Kent in three out of the four recent encounters at this venue. And they’ll be looking forward to making this a fortress with another winning performance.
Toss: To Bowl
The toss will be crucial, with the winning team likely to choose to bat first on a good batting surface at St. Lawrence. On a wicket that stays true for the length of the match, posting a big total, way above par, would make a lot of sense.
KENT vs SUS
Winning Prediction
Sussex, on paper, appears stronger with a well-rounded team. However, Kent's home advantage and edge over Sussex at home can't be ignored. Expect a close contest, but Sussex might just walk away with a win due to their current form.
We are backing Sussex as winners of this contest.
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