It feels beyond crazy to think that another season of Championship football gets underway this month.
Three weeks tomorrow is when the 2022/23 campaign starts up once more with currently managerless Huddersfield Town taking on Vincent Kompany’s Burnley.
And the following day is when the full calendar gets going and we’ll see our teams Birmingham City & West Bromwich Albion look to start as they mean to go on - with a win.
Contrasting seasons are expected for both with many tipping the Baggies for promotion whilst on the flip-side, Blues are thought to be in for one tough slog amid the constant off-field uncertainty.
But what are the so-called ‘experts’ predicting from the season ahead?
Here, using data provided by BettingOdds.com, we take a look at what the 2022/23 Championship table could look like and how both Blues & Albion are being predicted to fare in their respective campaigns.
You can see the full table below and it starts in reverse order from 24th to Champions.
1. 24th - Rotherham United
The Millers have made a habit of being too good for League One but not quite good enough for the Championship in recent years. This season, supporters will hope that trend changes. Probability of winning the league = 1%. Photo: Henry Browne
2. 23rd - Reading
Reading had a tough season last year and much of the same is predicted for 2022/23. The Royals will be concentrating on keeping themselves in the league next term, rather than aiming for a return to the top-flight. Probability of winning the league = 1.5%. Photo: Alex Burstow
3. 22nd - Birmingham City
With plenty of off-field uncertainty surrounding the Blues, their on-field performances are expected to suffer next season. Another season of struggle is being predicted at St Andrew’s. Probability of winning the league = 1.5%. Photo: Eddie Keogh
4. 21st - Bristol City
The Robins survived relegation with relative ease by the end of the season, although it looked touch and go for a long time and they’re expected to struggle once again next year. Probability of winning the league = 2.4%. Photo: Nigel Roddis