Kent vs Sussex Prediction & Match Preview – T20 Blast 2026

Kent and Sussex meet at the St Lawrence Ground in Canterbury in the 17th match of the T20 Blast 2026, each looking to extend a winning start. Reported dates for this fixture differ, so the date, time and weather are not stated here.

Sam Billings’ Kent opened with a 27-run win over Middlesex, defending a strong total with disciplined bowling. Billings made 84, Daniel Bell-Drummond and Tawanda Muyeye gave a solid start, and Zak Crawley and Joe Denly bolster the middle order. Tom Rogers took four wickets and leads the attack with Fred Klaassen, while Matt Milnes and Denly want to tighten up after an expensive middle-overs spell. Kent have not done well against Sussex recently.

Tymal Mills’ Sussex beat Essex by six wickets, chasing a challenging target with ease, and hold a good record against Kent. Daniel Hughes started aggressively, John Simpson hit a quick 63, and James Coles, Tom Alsop, Jack Leaning and Danny Lamb add depth. Mills conceded just 6.75 an over in that game and leads the bowling with Brad Currie, with Henry Crocombe and Danny Briggs aiming for tighter spells.

With a slight edge in recent results, Sussex are our choice.

Probable playing XI

Pitch report

St Lawrence is typically balanced, with something for both batters and bowlers. Seamers can get movement in the air and off the pitch, particularly with cloud or moisture, though batters find the ball coming on well once settled and the outfield is quick. Spin has a limited role. A competitive T20 total is usually 160–180, and teams often prefer to chase under lights.

Expected scores

• 1st innings: 165–180
• 2nd innings: 155–175

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