T20 Blast 2022: KEN vs MDX Match Prediction – Who will win today’s match between Kent and Middlesex?

Kent will be facing Middlesex in the South group clash of T20 Blast 2022 at the St Lawrence Ground in Canterbury on June 5. Both teams would be needed to come up with some improved performances as the tournament progresses. Middlesex were the table-toppers not too long ago before a loss in the previous match impacted that. They currently occupy the third spot with three wins and a loss from the four matches that they have played so far with six points to their tally. Middlesex suffered a five-wicket loss against Sussex in their last game and they would be eager to get back to winning ways.

Kent, on the other hand, have a lot of work to do as they have endured a forgettable season so far. They languish at the eighth position in the standings having played five games and lost all of them. They desperately need a win to add the first points to their tally. The bottom-placed Hampshire have played one less game than them, but Kent’s NRR is a bit higher. Kent went down to Surrey by 32 runs in their last encounter.

Match Details

Venue:  St Lawrence Ground, Canterbury

Date & Time: June 5, 2022, at 7:00 PM IST

Live Streaming: FanCode

Pitch Report

The wicket at Canterbury is extremely good for batting and batters are expected to score big in this contest. A run-fest is certainly on the cards here as this venue has the reputation of hosting high-scoring encounters. Any total in excess of 180 is a challenging one here. While the conditions are batting-friendly, the captain winning the toss will have no hesitation in bowling first.

Probable Playing XI:

Kent

Daniel Bell-Drummond, Joe Denly, Jordan Cox, Sam Billings (c & wk), Jack Leaning, Alex Blake, George Linde, Grant Stewart, Qais Ahmad, Matt Milnes, Fred Klaassen

Middlesex

Stephen Eskinazi (c), Max Holden, Joe Cracknell, Eoin Morgan, Martin Andersson, John Simpson (wk), Luke Hollman, Chris Green, Toby Roland-Jones, Blake Cullen, Thilan Walallawita

Probable Top Performers

Probable best batter of the match

Stephen Eskinazi

Skipper Stephen Eskinazi has been consistent on the 22 yards for Middlesex in the ongoing season. He has already amassed 157 runs from four innings and looks in fine flow at the moment. Stephen did get off to a good start in the last game against Sussex, but could not convert it into an impactful knock as he was dismissed for an 18-ball 31. The Middlesex captain would be eager to play a match-winning knock in the upcoming fixture.

Probable best bowler of the match

Toby Roland-Jones

Toby Roland-Jones has been really impressive for Middlesex with the ball in hand. He might have conceded 40 runs from his three overs against Sussex at an economy rate of 13.3, but he also contributed with two wickets. Toby has so far registered nine scalps to his name and would be looking forward to adding more to his wickets column as Middlesex hope to get back into the top two.

Today’s match prediction: Middlesex to win the match.

Disclaimer: This prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.