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SUR vs KEN Match Analysis

The match is scheduled to begin at 6:30 PM local time at The Oval, London. Under the summer dusk and electric floodlights, a high-octane contest is expected between two sides that have been ticking in different rhythms.

Surrey enters the clash as a well-rounded unit with both youth and experience firing in tandem. Their top order boasts explosiveness, while the middle order adds stability. With a deep bowling unit, they’ve been one of the strongest contenders this season.

Kent, on the other hand, have recovered from a slow start and have recently found their groove. Their batting has clicked in recent matches, and their bowlers are finally backing up with tight spells. 

Surrey vs Kent Team Preview & Squads

Surrey

Sam Curran leads SUR with an aggressive, fearless brand of cricket. Known for his versatility, Curran contributes equally with both bat and ball. His tactical acumen and game awareness make him a formidable T20 captain.

SUR batting is stacked with big names like Jason Roy, Ollie Pope, and Will Jacks, giving them firepower in the top order. Ben Foakes and Laurie Evans provide composure and finishing ability in the middle. The tail isn’t toothless either, with Tom Curran and Jordan Clark capable of hitting big.

With a rich arsenal including Reece Topley, Sean Abbott, and Chris Jordan, Surrey’s pace attack offers both swing and death-over control. Spin options like Cameron Steel and Will Jacks add variety. The fiery pace and bounce from Overton and Atkinson form a key component of a balanced and threatening attack.

In their last face-off on June 6, 2025, at Canterbury, Surrey dominated the contest. Posting a strong 193/7 on the board, they set a tough chase. Kent crumbled under pressure and managed only 151/9 in response. Surrey secured a comfortable 42-run win, stamping their authority.

Surrey Squad

Surrey

Chris Jordan, Sean Abbott, Dan Lawrence, Sam Curran (C), Conor McKerr, Jason Roy, Reece Topley, Ben Foakes, Rory Burns, Jamie Overton, Tom Curran, Daniel Worrall, Jordan Clark, Laurie Evans, Matt Dunn, Cameron Steel, Dom Sibley, Ollie Pope (wk), Will Jacks, Amar Virdi, Ryan Patel, Gus Atkinson, James Taylor, Jamie Smith, Ben Geddes, Thomas Lawes, Nathan Barnwell, Josh Blake, Yousef Majid, Tommy Ealham, Ollie Sykes, Adam Thomas, Seb Stuart Reckling.

Kent

Billings’ experience and calm approach in white-ball cricket provide KEN with strong leadership. As a wicketkeeper-batter, he keeps his team energized and focused. His form behind the stumps and with the bat often sets the tone for Kent’s innings.

The consistent top order of Crawley and Bell-Drummond, complemented by Billings and Denly’s experience, ensures Kent’s middle overs remain steady and secure. The lineup is flexible, with hitters like Alex Blake and Tawanda Muyeye offering acceleration when needed.

The bowling unit is built on variety—Matt Parkinson brings leg-spin guile, Fred Klaassen adds left-arm pace, and Beyers Swanepoel delivers seam movement. James Bazley and George Garrett have added bite to the attack in the middle overs. 

Hampshire’s 178 wasn’t enough on June 8, 2025, as KEN chased it down without much trouble. Restricting Hampshire to 177/7, their bowlers set up a manageable target. In response, the Kent top order cruised to 181/2 in 19 overs. It was a clinical win by 8 wickets with 6 balls to spare, boosting their confidence ahead of the Surrey rematch.

Kent Squad

Kent

Sam Billings (C) (wk), Jake Ball, Jack Leaning, Matthew Quinn, Daniel Bell-Drummond, Beyers Swanepoel, Nathan Gilchrist, Joe Denly, Michael Hogan, Alex Blake, Harry Finch, James Logan, Zak Crawley (captain), Charles Stobo, James Bazley, Fred Klaassen, Hamidullah Qadri, Grant Stewart, Matt Parkinson, Marcus O’Riordan, Joey Evison, George Garrett, Ben Compton, Tawanda Muyeye, Chris Benjamin, Jas Singh, Arafat Bhuiyan, Jaydn Denly, Ben Dawkins, Ekansh Singh.

SUR vs KEN Outfield Report

Kennington Oval, London

The Oval pitch generally favors batters early on with true bounce and a flat surface. Spinners could come into play later in the match as the surface starts to take turn. Teams batting first usually look to post scores north of 180.

The weather forecast for London on June 12 predicts clear skies with little to no chance of rain. The temperature is expected to hover around 22°C (72°F) during the evening. A pleasant breeze may help pacers with early swing.

At The Oval, first-innings scores in T20s typically range from 170–200. Chasing under lights can be tricky, especially if the surface slows down. The highest ever T20 score here is 223, while teams have also collapsed to below 130 when chasing under pressure.

Surrey vs Kent Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

In their last five T20 encounters, Surrey have had the upper hand, winning four of them. Kent’s only win came in a rain-affected match last season, while Surrey’s recent 42-run win adds to their dominance.

SUR vs KEN Prediction

According to cricket analysts Surrey have a 52% chance of Winning.

Disclaimer: This cricket prediction is based on the author’s insights and analysis. Readers should consider the points discussed and draw their own conclusions.