The Men’s Hundred continues on Thursday evening with a match between Manchester Originals and Southern Brave at Emirates Old Trafford. After victories over Welsh Fire and Birmingham Phoenix, a loss to Oval Invincibles, and a no-result against Northern Superchargers, Manchester Originals are in the second position in the group. After victories over the London Spirit and Birmingham Phoenix, the Southern Brave are one point behind.
In their last game, Manchester Originals had little trouble putting Welsh Fire to the sword. All three of the top scorers are regaining their form just as the tournament heats up.
Southern Brave are riding high on confidence after a string of victories and are ascending the standings. They had no right to beat London Spirit, but they did it appropriately, demonstrating that they can defend a total in this format.
Weather
There’s a good possibility of rain in Manchester. Overcast conditions are forecast, with temperatures ranging between 12~18°C.
Pitch
This is one of the few grounds in the UK that benefits spinners significantly. The goal of the surface is to make it easier for the spinners to make sharp turns. Although the weather at Old Trafford is set to be cloudy on Thursday, the pacers may be able to obtain some early movement in the air. The batters need to be more aware of their surroundings and choose their shots more carefully. The team that wins the toss may choose to field first.
Probable Playing XIs
Manchester Originals:
Carlos Brathwaite (c), Phil Salt (wk), Joe Clarke, Colin Ackermann, Colin Munro, Calvin Harrison, Tom Lammonby, Tom Hartley, Steven Finn, Lockie Ferguson, Matthew Parkinson
Southern Brave:
James Vince (c), Quinton de Kock (wk), Alex Davies, Devon Conway, George Garton, Liam Dawson, Ross Whiteley, Chris Jordan, Tymal Mills, Danny Briggs, Jake Lintott
Manchester Originals vs Southern Brave – Match 19, Dream 11:
Matthew Parkinson (c), Phil Salt (wk), Alex Davies (wk), James Vince, Joe Clarke, Colin Munro, Carlos Brathwaite, Chris Jordan, George Garton, Lockie Ferguson, Danny Briggs
Prediction
Match winner
- Manchester Originals
Winning the toss
- Manchester Originals
Top Batsman
- Manchester Originals – Joe Clarke
- Southern Brave – James Vince
Top Bowler
- Manchester Originals – Matthew Parkinson
- Southern Brave – Jake Lintott
Most Sixes
- Manchester Originals – Colin Munro
- Southern Brave – James Vince
Player of the Match
- Manchester Originals – Matthew Parkinson
Team Scores Batting First
- Manchester Originals – 145+
- Southern Brave – 140+
The Southern Brave have improved their results and will travel to Manchester with increased confidence. However, this might be the point at which their bubble explodes; it all depends on whose team can play the best spin. Manchester Originals are our pick to win. Let’s enjoy the exciting moment of cricket with Baji!
SA20 2025: Match 2, DSG vs PC Match Prediction – Who will win today’s SA20 match between DSG vs PC?
BBL 2024-2025: Match 29, HUR vs THU Match Prediction – Who will win today’s BBL match between HUR vs THU?
BPL 2025: Match 15, DBR vs KHT Match Prediction – Who will win today’s BPL match between DBR vs KHT?
India Women vs Ireland Women Match Prediction – Who will win today’s 1st ODI match between IND-W vs IRE-W?
