Albion had recorded three consecutive 1-0 victories over Wolves, Newcastle and Brighton in October before succumbing to a 3-1 defeat to Everton last weekend.
Cardiff meanwhile fell to an inspired Leicester City side to make it five defeats in six games, but the Bluebirds will be hoping to turn their fortunes around starting with a win in Neil Warnock’s 100th game in charge of the club.
Brighton get away with one then. Glenn Murray waits for Ryan to come and claim the bouncing ball but Paterson shows endeavour and gets round him but can only poke the ball at the Australian. The referee however saves Murray's blushes by awarding a foul, before the forward is replaced by Florin Androne.
That was so nearly magical from Harris on his first Premier League start. He receives the ball from Gunnarsson and goes for a curling effort from 25 yards that comes back off the bar!
Cardiff are probing but it is clear they are not used to this role of enjoying the majority of the possession. Their best chances still seem to be coming from set plays, this time Gunnarsson's long throw, which Sean Morrison nods on but Joe Ralls fails to connect with.
The Cardiff captain seems to have taken a blow in the immediate aftermath of that period of play, but he is back on his feet.
Few misplaced passes at the start of the half but Cardiff are noticeably playing at a higher tempo than their opponents.
Kadeem Harris appears to be the Bluebirds' best outlet, and has given Montoya plenty to think about so far as he whips in another ball which this time is claimed by Ryan.
It was all going swimmingly for Brighton when Lewis Dunk headed home his second goal in as many games, and having kept a 1-0 scoreline in three of their last four, it would have taken a brave person to predict them not doing so again.
But it is a weekend for us to appreciate brave men and women and following Calum Paterson's equaliser, Dale Stephens saw red for a challenge on Cunningham.
All to play for in what has been a tenacious affair so far.
That's three goals in his last four Premier League appearances for the forward, and finally it seems Cardiff have got some luck.
Kadeem Harris drives into the penalty area and his cross deflects off Gaetan Bong. The deflection puts it on a plate for Paterson to easily nod past Ryan and put the hosts level.
Cardiff have responded fairly well to going a goal down but Brighton have a certain expertise in holding on to 1-0 goal leads as we have seen in recent weeks.
The hosts still look shaky at the back however when the Seagulls break at pace, and another such attack ends with March sweeping his shot wide of the far post.
Cardiff City vs Brighton kicks off at 12:30pm (GMT)
Where can I watch it?
The match will be shown live on Sky Sports’ Premier League and Main Event channels from 11:30am. Sky Sports subscribers will also be able to stream the game via the Sky Go app. The match will also be available on Now TV by grabbing a Sky Sports Day Pass for just £7.99.
Highlights will be shown at 10:30pm on BBC One.
Harry Arter will be key to Cardiff’s hopes (Getty Images)
Player to watch
Harry Arter: The midfielder was the standout performer for Cardiff against a spirited Leicester City side last weekend. He was required for his dogged defensive work, making numerous tackles and interceptions before unusually being substituted with 10 minutes remaining. The clash with Brighton promises to serve up another midfield tussle between the sides and the former Bournemouth man will be key to that.
Form guide
Cardiff: LLLWLL
Brighton: LLWWWL
Odds
Cardiff: 31/20
Brighton to win: 41/20
Draw: 21/10
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