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Kent vs Nottinghamshire, T20BLAST, Today Match Prediction
KENT vs NOT Win Probability
Toss Winner - Nottinghamshire won the toss and choose to bowl first
Nottinghamshire beat Kent by 4 wickets
Can Nottinghamshire continue their winning streak at Canterbury against Kent?
- Both teams have identical records heading into this clash, winning 3 and losing 3 matches from 6 games each.
- Kent sit 4th in the South Group while Nottinghamshire are 2nd in the North Group with 12 points each.
- George Munsey (Nottinghamshire) is the second highest run-scorer with 251 runs in 6 innings at an average of 50.20.
We predict that Nottinghamshire will defeat Kent.
| Tournament: | Vitality T20 Blast, 2026 |
| Format: | t20 |
| Venue: | The St Lawrence Ground, Canterbury, United Kingdom, United Kingdom |
| Toss Prediction: | To Bowl |
| Weather: | 34.1°C|Sunny |
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KENT vs NOT Match Prediction & Analysis
Kent will take on Nottinghamshire in a Vitality Blast 2026 Cross Pool fixture at the St Lawrence Ground, Canterbury, on 26 June 2026, with the match scheduled to begin at 11:30 PM IST. As the Vitality Blast league stage enters a crucial phase, every point becomes increasingly valuable in the race for the knockout spots.
The 2026 Vitality Blast has already produced several closely fought contests across both the North and South Groups. With teams battling for qualification, cross-pool encounters such as this one provide an important opportunity to strengthen their position.
Both sides enter the match with identical records of three wins and three losses from six matches. Kent currently sit fourth in the South Group with 12 points and a positive net run rate of +0.121, while Nottinghamshire occupy second place in the North Group with 12 points but a net run rate of -0.471.
Kent’s recent form has been inconsistent, whereas Nottinghamshire arrive with momentum after winning their last three matches on the trot. With both teams level on points and eager to boost their qualification hopes, an intriguing contest awaits in Canterbury.
RECENT PERFORMANCE
KENT
W
W
L
L
W
KENT
135/3 in 17.2 7.79
T20BLAST
Sussex beat Kent by 7 wickets
133/8 in 20.0 6.65
NOT
W
L
W
W
W
NOT
184/10 in 57.4 3.19
457/10 in 126.0 3.63
143/7 in 19.5 7.21
139/10 in 19.3 7.13
HEAD TO HEAD
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TEAMS PREVIEW
Kent Preview
Kent have endured an inconsistent Vitality Blast 2026 campaign so far, winning three and losing three of their six matches. They began strongly with victories over Middlesex by 27 runs and Sussex by 7 wickets before securing another convincing 8-wicket win against Surrey. However, defeats in both meetings against Essex and a 7-wicket loss to Sussex have prevented them from building sustained momentum.
Their most recent outing was a heartbreaking 3-run defeat against Essex in Chelmsford. Chasing 188, Kent finished on 184/9 despite a fighting 62 off 38 balls from captain Sam Billings. Zak Crawley added 21 at the top, but Kent lost wickets at crucial moments during the chase. Earlier, Matt Milnes delivered an excellent spell of 3/23 from four overs, while Grant Stewart chipped in with 1/15 from two overs to keep Essex within reach. Ultimately, Kent fell agonizingly short in a high-scoring contest.
Kent’s batting has been led by Sam Billings, who has amassed 224 runs in six innings at an average of 56.00 and a strike rate of 173.64. Zak Crawley has also contributed strongly with 141 runs, including a top score of 75*. With the ball, Matt Milnes has been Kent’s standout performer with 8 wickets in six matches, while Grant Stewart and Fred Klaassen remain key components of the attack.
Kent possess a dangerous batting lineup capable of chasing or setting big totals. If their bowlers can provide regular breakthroughs and the middle order supports Billings, they have every chance of returning to winning ways against Nottinghamshire.
Key Players: Sam Billings, Matt Milnes, Zak Crawley, Grant Stewart
Kent Predicted Playing XI:
Harry Finch, Daniel Bell-Drummond, Zak Crawley, Sam Billings (c & wk), Joe Denly, Chris Benjamin, Grant Stewart, Keith Dudgeon, Jake Lintott, Matt Milnes, Fred Klaassen.
Kent Key Players From Previous Game Of Vitality T20 Blast, 2026
Kent Actual Playing XI:
Daniel Bell-Drummond, Sam Billings, Chris Benjamin, Zak Crawley, Joe Denly, Keith Dudgeon, Harry Finch, Fred Klaassen, Matt Milnes, Grant Stewart, Jake Lintott
Nottinghamshire Preview
Nottinghamshire have recovered impressively after a difficult start to their Vitality Blast 2026 campaign. The Outlaws lost their opening three matches, going down to Yorkshire by 7 wickets, Lancashire by 36 runs, and Derbyshire by 23 runs. However, they responded strongly with three consecutive victories, defeating Durham by 6 wickets, Warwickshire by 3 wickets, and Derbyshire by 10 runs. Those back-to-back wins have lifted Nottinghamshire to 12 points from six matches and kept them firmly in the hunt for a knockout berth.
Their most recent outing saw them register a valuable 10-run victory over Derbyshire at Trent Bridge. Batting first, Nottinghamshire posted 183/6 in 20 overs, thanks largely to George Munsey’s explosive 53 off 32 balls and Jack Haynes’ well-crafted 50 off 36 deliveries. Defending 184, Nottinghamshire’s bowlers delivered under pressure, with Mohammad Ali producing a match-winning spell of 3/25 and Dillon Pennington claiming 3/29 to restrict Derbyshire to 173/9.
The batting has been spearheaded by George Munsey, who has amassed 251 runs in six innings at an average of 50.20, while Jack Haynes has contributed 175 runs and provided stability in the top order. With the ball, Mohammad Ali has been exceptional, taking 12 wickets in six matches, while Dillon Pennington has added 8 wickets and remains a key strike option.
Nottinghamshire enter this contest with momentum firmly on their side. If their in-form batting unit continues firing and the bowling attack maintains its recent discipline, the Outlaws will be confident of extending their winning streak.
Key Players: George Munsey, Mohammad Ali, Jack Haynes, Dillon Pennington
Nottinghamshire Predicted Playing XI:
Joe Clarke (c), George Munsey, Jack Haynes, Tom Moores (wk), Benny Howell, George Linde, Liam Patterson-White, Freddie McCann, Olly Stone, Mohammad Ali, Dillon Pennington.
Nottinghamshire Key Players From Previous Game Of Vitality T20 Blast, 2026
Nottinghamshire Actual Playing XI:
Mohammad Ali, Joe Clarke, Jack Haynes, Benny Howell, George Linde, Freddie McCann, Tom Moores, George Munsey, Liam Patterson-White, Olly Stone, Mohammad Amir
PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS
Weather Conditions
The weather on the match day at St Lawrence Ground, Canterbury is expected to be partly cloudy with pleasant conditions throughout the day. The temperature will range between a high of around 24°C and a low of 15°C. There is only a slight chance of rain. Overall, the forecast points towards excellent conditions for Vitality Blast cricket in Canterbury.
KENT vs NOT Pitch Report
The venue of the match is St Lawrence Ground, Canterbury, one of the most historic cricket grounds in England. Established in 1847, it serves as the home of Kent County Cricket Club. An average score of about 150-160 can be expected at this venue.
Toss: To Bowl
St Lawrence Ground, Canterbury has generally been a good chasing venue in the 2026 Vitality Blast. Both matches played here this season were won by the team batting second. The team winning the toss should bowl first.
KENT vs NOT
Winning Prediction
This cross-pool clash features two evenly matched sides sitting on 12 points from six matches. Kent have home advantage and a slightly better NRR, but they enter the contest after a narrow defeat to Essex. Nottinghamshire, meanwhile, have built momentum with three consecutive victories and appear to be peaking at the right time. Given Nottinghamshire’s recent form and winning momentum, they hold a slight edge heading into this encounter.
We predict that Nottinghamshire will defeat Kent.
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