Northern Knights vs Canterbury Kings Predictions & Tips - Knights to continue winning ways

Northern Knights entertain the Canterbury Kings in what should be a close encounter. Northern Knights have been bolstered tremendously by the return of their New Zealand seamers and are a different team now compared to the beginning of the tournament.

The Northern Knights have won 13 of their 27 matches against the Canterbury Kings. The Kings defeated the Knights by 6 wickets earlier in the season.

Northern Knights are currently second from bottom with two wins from their seven matches. They will have their work cut out for them if they are to qualify for the playoffs.

Their last match saw them claim a 5 wicket win against the Auckland Aces in Auckland. Auckland posted 140/6 in a reduced 14 over innings.

The Knights were set a reduced target of 107 in 10 overs and chased it down with 5 wickets to spare. Mitchell Santner scored a superb 39 runs off 16 balls to steer them to victory.

Northern Knights are likely to have a full squad available except for New Zealand international, Kane Williamson.

The Knights performances have improved over their last two matches with Tim Southee and Trent Boult available.

Canterbury Kings are currently in third place with five victories from their six matches as only net run rate separates the top three teams.

Canterbury Kings last match ended in a 4-wicket victory against Wellington Firebirds at Hagley Oval. Wellington Firebirds batted first and posted 154/7 in their 20 overs.

The Kings chased down the target with relative ease as Cole McConchie top scored with 48 runs. There were also contributions of 39 and 34 by Jack Boyle and Daryl Mitchell respectively as they ended on 155/6.

The Canterbury Kings have welcomed back some of their international players but will be hoping for the return of Tom Latham to bolster their ranks.