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Sussex v Kent, Vitality Blast Men 9th July Preview, Predicitons & Dream 11

Match Details

  • Fixture: Sussex Sharks vs Kent Spitfires (South Group, Vitality Blast)

  • Venue: County Ground, Hove (Brighton)

  • Date & Time: Wednesday, 9 July 2025 — evening match at approx 23:30 local

Form Guide & Context

Sussex returned from Canterbury with four points after a strong 34‑run victory over Kent on 4 July. Daniel Hughes top‑scored with 48 and Tom Clark added 43 — before Danny Lamb’s 5‑15 dismantled Kent’s chase. Despite an earlier loss to Hampshire, Sussex have managed four points from their last two matches .

Kent have stumbled lately—losing three of their last four—and their batting has been inconsistent since their win over Essex on 20 June. Their only win in recent outings was that match .

Key Players

Sussex Sharks

  • Tymal Mills (c): Leading Sussex’s attack; took 5/15 against Kent, showing lethal effectiveness

  • Danny Lamb: Shone in Canterbury with bat and ball—scored quick runs and bagged a five-for

  • James Coles: In form with the bat—233 runs in seven innings, SR ~163

  • Daniel Hughes & Tom Clark: Their contributions around 40+ runs were key in the recent win

Kent Spitfires

  • Harry Finch: Scored 56 off 26 in the previous match—lone standout in their batting collapse

  • Tawanda Muyeye: Has gained consistency—362 runs at avg 45.25, strike rate 146

  • Joey Evison: Among Kent’s more consistent bowlers—five wickets in his last three ⚡️

  • Fred Klaassen, Matt Parkinson: Provide seam support and have T20 experience

Pitch & Conditions

Hove typically offers a balanced, batting-friendly surface with something for spinners. Evening conditions might support seamers early on, but the batters often dominate. Last encounters have seen 160–200 total scores—modern T20 territory.

Tactical Breakdown

  • Sussex will look to win the toss and bat first, enabling Mills, Lamb, and McAndrew to exploit Hove’s openings. A strong top order could post 170+.

  • Kent will need its batsmen—Muyeye, Finch—to stand up early. Their bowlers, particularly Evison and Parkinson, must contain the powerplay and apply pressure.

Prediction

With momentum, home advantage, and standout individual performances, Sussex look well-placed to continue their form. I predict a Sussex win by 5–7 wickets, chasing down Kent’s total comfortably if their batsmen fire.

Dream11 Fantasy Picks

  • Captain: Tymal Mills – potential for bat and ball match-winning impact.

  • Vice-Captain: Danny Lamb – valuable contributions to both innings.

  • Core Picks: James Coles, Daniel Hughes, Tawanda Muyeye, Joey Evison

  • Differentials: Tom Clark (in runs), Harry Finch (match-winning innings potential)