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SUS vs KEN Match Analysis

Brighton is set to witness Sussex take on Kent in a thrilling Vitality Blast clash on July 9, 2025. This mid-summer evening fixture promises exciting T20 cricket under usually favorable conditions. 

Sussex entered this match with a blend of experienced internationals and promising young talent. The team is led by the dynamic Tymal Mills, whose leadership and pace bowling will be crucial. 

Kent come into this fixture with a well-balanced squad featuring a mix of power hitters and all-rounders. Balancing smart strategy and fearless batting, Sam Billings steers the team forward. 

Sussex vs Kent Team Preview & Squads

Sussex

SUS thrives under Mills’ fearless and strategic captaincy. Mills combines sharp pace and effective swing with useful contributions in the lower batting order. His leadership will be vital in navigating tight situations during the match.

Sussex’s batting lineup is a balanced combination of stability and flair. Cheteshwar Pujara provides the solid technique at the top, while Tom Alsop and Harrison Ward offer the firepower in the middle order. The presence of versatile players like Delray Rawlins adds depth and flexibility.

The SUS bowling attack is spearheaded by the experienced Steven Finn and Jofra Archer, offering pace and skill. Nathan McAndrew and Ollie Robinson provide reliable seam options, while Danny Lamb adds variety with his left-arm spin. 

In their last outing against Hampshire at Brighton on July 5, Sussex struggled with the bat chasing a target of 197. Sussex’s reply to Hampshire’s total fizzled out like a firecracker in a monsoon—brief, bright, then gone. A convincing 62-run victory for Hampshire underscored Sussex’s need to strengthen their batting lineup and finishing skills.

Sussex Squad

Sussex

Steven Finn, Ravi Bopara, Tymal Mills (C), Nathan McAndrew, Cheteshwar Pujara, John Simpson (wk), Danny Lamb, Fynn Hudson-Prentice, Tom Alsop, Harrison Ward, Delray Rawlins, Tom Haines, Ollie Robinson, Jofra Archer, Daniel Hughes, Jack Campbell, Tom Clark, Aristides Karvelas, Jack Joshua Carson, Henry Thomas Crocombe, James Coles, Sean Hunt, Danial Ibrahim, Oliver Carter, Archie Lenham, Jamie Atkins, Bradley Currie, Bertie Foreman, Charlie Tear, Henry Rogers, Zach Lion Cachet.

Kent

Sam Billings leads KEN with both calmness and aggression as a wicketkeeper-batsman captain. He is known for his ability to anchor innings and finish games with power-hitting. He relies on an experienced bowling unit to back his tactical decisions.

KEN relies on aggressive top-order hitters Zak Crawley and Joe Denly to build or chase formidable scores. Daniel Bell-Drummond and Jack Leaning provide crucial steadiness and versatility in the heart of the batting lineup.

Kent boasts a varied bowling attack with Matt Parkinson’s spin and Nathan Gilchrist’s pace as key weapons. Fred Klaassen and Michael Hogan provide seam options with good control. The bowling unit is well-balanced to handle different pitch conditions and apply pressure during the middle overs.

The last encounter at Cardiff on July 6 saw Kent lose to Glamorgan in a match that failed to meet expectations. Kent’s effort was no match as Glamorgan completed the chase decisively, holding 6 wickets and plenty of overs in hand. 

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, 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.

SUS vs KEN Outfield Report

County Ground, Hove

The pitch at Brighton usually favors batsmen with a true bounce and consistent pace, making it suitable for stroke play. However, early movement can assist seamers in the initial overs, so the toss could play a pivotal role. Spinners may come into play in the middle overs as the pitch wears slightly.

The weather forecast for match day suggests mild conditions with temperatures around 22°C, partly cloudy skies, and light winds. These conditions should be ideal for cricket, with little chance of rain interruptions.

Historically, teams batting first at Brighton have posted competitive totals around 160-180 in T20 matches. Chasing sides have had success if they maintain a steady run rate, with the lowest successful chase recently around 140. This suggests a balanced pitch where both batters and bowlers have opportunities.

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

In their last five encounters, Sussex and Kent have shared victories fairly evenly, making this matchup highly competitive.

SUS vs KEN Prediction

According to cricket analysts Sussex 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.