Tony Mowbray’s side played out a thrilling 4-4 draw against Hull last time out - a result which left them six points off the play-offs with six games remaining.
Sunderland still have several injury issues ahead of their trip to the Cardiff City Stadium - with Dan Ballard, Corry Evans, Aji Alese, Ross Stewart, Jewison Bennette and Elliot Embleton still sidelined.
Here’s our predicted Sunderland line-up to face Cardiff:
9. CAM: Amad
Came back into the side against Hull and scored twice to take his tally to 11 goals this season. Photo: Frank Reid
10. LW: Jack Clarke
Was outstanding in the second half against Hull and looked like he’d scored the winning goal before a late equaliser. Photo: Martin Swinney
11. ST: Joe Gelhardt
Registered his first home goal for Sunderland last time out and has now started 12 consecutive fixtures. Photo: Frank Reid