Gloucestershire vs Kent, CC2026, Today Match Prediction

GLO vs KENT Match Prediction & Analysis

Gloucestershire are set to face Kent in the 18th match of the County Championship Division Two 2026 on May 8 at County Ground, Bristol. Gloucestershire have struggled this season, managing just one win while losing three matches, and are currently sitting in 8th place with 24 points. In contrast, Kent are in a better position, occupying 6th place on the points table with 43 points. Both teams delivered impressive performances in their previous matches and will be keen to carry that winning momentum into this game as well.

RECENT PERFORMANCE

GLO

W L L L L

DER

281/10 in 101.1 2.78

CC2026

Gloucestershire beat Derbyshire by 10 wickets 24 Apr 2026

GLO

39/0 in 4.4 8.36

GLO

175/10 in 48.3 3.61

CC2026

Durham beat Gloucestershire by 225 runs 10 Apr 2026

DUR

0/0 in 0.0 0

SOM

149/4 in 31.3 4.73

RLODC

Somerset beat Gloucestershire by 6 wickets (D/L) method 28 Aug 2025

GLO

155/10 in 40.5 3.8

GLO

313/7 in 49.0 6.39

RLODC

Hampshire win by 5 wickets (DLS Method) 26 Aug 2025

HAM

315/5 in 47.4 6.61

ESS

289/10 in 49.0 5.9

RLODC

Essex beat Gloucestershire by 130 runs 24 Aug 2025

GLO

159/10 in 35.1 4.52

KENT

W L L L L

KENT

352/10 in 89.0 3.96

CC2026

Kent beat Derbyshire by 225 runs 01 May 2026

DER

158/10 in 52.1 3.03

WOR

447/10 in 121.0 3.69

CC2026

Worcestershire win by an innings and 2 runs 24 Apr 2026

KENT

0/0 in 0.0 0

LAN

156/7 in 18.3 8.43

T20BLAST

Lancashire beat Kent by 3 wickets 06 Sep 2025

KENT

153/10 in 20.0 7.65

KENT

225/10 in 44.2 5.08

RLODC

Yorkshire beat Kent by 76 runs 26 Aug 2025

YOR

301/9 in 50.0 6.02

KENT

269/9 in 50.0 5.38

RLODC

Somerset won by 4 wickets 24 Aug 2025

SOM

270/6 in 44.3 6.07

HEAD TO HEAD

TEAMS PREVIEW

Gloucestershire Preview

Gloucestershire produced a dominant performance in their previous match, securing a comprehensive ten-wicket victory over Derbyshire. They put up a massive total of 498 runs in their first innings. In response, Derbyshire managed 281 in their first innings and 252 in their second after being forced to follow on. 

As a result, Gloucestershire were left with a modest target of just 36 runs, which they chased down with ease. Miles Hammond was the standout performer with the bat for Gloucestershire.

In the previous match, Gloucestershire delivered an excellent all-round performance after batting first. Miles Hammond was the top performer with the bat, playing a brilliant knock of 145 runs. He received good support from Henry Brookes and Will Williams, who contributed 89 and 98 runs respectively.

With the ball, Gabe Bell was the standout bowler, producing a superb spell to claim six wickets in the match, while Will Williams also impressed by taking five wickets.

Talking about recent form, Miles Hammond has been in terrific touch, scoring 758 runs in his last 10 innings at an average of 52.2. On the other hand, Matt Taylor has been exceptional with the ball, picking up 19 wickets in the last 7 matches.

Gloucestershire Predicted Playing XI:

Cameron Bancroft ©, Ben Charlesworth, Oliver Price, Miles Hammond, James Bracey, Tommy Boorman, Graeme van Buuren, Ed Middleton, Henry Brookes, Will Williams, Gabe Bell

Gloucestershire Actual Playing XI:

Cameron Bancroft, James Bracey, Ben Charlesworth, Miles Hammond, Gabe T Bell, Will Williams, Matt Taylor, GLV Buuren, Oliver Price, Tommy Boorman, Edward Middleton

Kent Preview

Kent also produced a commanding performance in their previous match, securing a 225-run victory over Derbyshire. Batting first, they posted 352 runs in the first innings and followed it up with 335 in the second. In reply, Derbyshire were dismissed for 304 in their first innings and just 158 in the second. Matt Milnes was the standout performer in the win, delivering an excellent display with the ball.

With the bat in the previous match, Chris Benjamin was the standout performer, scoring a combined 179 runs across both innings. He was well supported by Daniel Bell-Drummond, who played a crucial knock of 129 runs. Together, they helped the team post strong totals in both innings.

In the bowling department, Kent’s attack also impressed, with Matt Milnes contributing effectively by claiming nine wickets in the match. Keith Dudgeon also took five wickets. Both bowlers helped Kent to get an easy win.

Looking at the recent form, Ben Compton was a key performer with the bat, scoring 693 runs in the last 8 matches. Meanwhile, Matt Milnes picked up 15 wickets in the last 4 matches.

Kent Predicted Playing XI:

Ben Dawkins, Zak Crawley, Ben Compton, Tawanda Muyeye, Daniel Bell Drummond ©, Ekansh Singh, Chris Benjamin, Joey Evison, Matt Milnes, Keith Dudgeon, Jaskaran Singh

Kent Actual Playing XI:

Michael Cohen, Ben Dawkins, Ekansh Singh, Sam Northeast, Daniel Bell-Drummond, Joey Evison, Chris Benjamin, Keith Dudgeon, Tawanda Muyeye, Zak Crawley, James Taylor

PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS

Weather Conditions

There is only a slight chance of rain at County Ground, Bristol, with conditions expected to remain mostly cloudy during the match days. The temperature is likely to range between 7°C and 19°C. However, the probability of rain interrupting the game is expected to increase after the first day.

GLO vs KENT Pitch Report

County Ground, Bristol, is known for providing a balanced pitch, though it tends to favour batters slightly. The surface usually offers good assistance to batters in the first innings, while bowlers begin to find more help as the match progresses. Overall, the conditions are generally conducive to batting. The average first-innings score at this venue is around 365 runs. Notably, Durham’s Ben McKinney played a remarkable innings of 244 against Gloucestershire at this ground in a recent match.

Toss: To Bowl

The conditions at this venue generally favour teams bowling first. Chasing a target is easier at this venue. Therefore, the captain winning the toss is likely to opt to bowl first.