The Hundred 2024 continues with Manchester Originals (MNR) taking on Northern Superchargers (NOS). Both sides will lock horns in game 27 of the tournament at Old Trafford in Manchester, on Sunday, August 11. Manchester Originals find themselves on the wrong end of the standings. In five games, the side has managed to win just one win. Their first victory of the season came in their last game against London Spirit, defeating the side by 12 runs.
On the other hand, Northern Superchargers currently sits in third place in the points table with three wins and two losses in six matches. Unfortunately, their last match with Welsh Fire was abandoned due to rain and both sides shared a point each.
Also Check: Manchester Originals vs Northern Superchargers, Match 27 – Live Cricket Score
Match Details
Match | Venue | Date & Time | Live Broadcast and Streaming Details |
Manchester Originals vs Northern Superchargers, Match 27, The Hundred 2024 | Old Trafford, Manchester | Sunday, August 11, 10:30 pm IST | Sony Sports Network, SonyLiv (app and website) and FanCode (app and website) |
Pitch Report:
The Old Trafford pitch offers a balanced surface that supports both fast bowlers and spinners. Teams are likely to prefer chasing on this ground, and we can anticipate a competitive score. Meanwhile, batters should aim to build their innings patiently, as the batting conditions are expected to improve over time. A target over 140 runs would be considered challenging on this wicket.
Head-to-Head Record
Matches Played | Won by Manchester Originals | Won by Northern Superchargers | Tied | First-ever Fixture | Most-recent Fixture |
06 | 03 | 03 | 00 | 12 August 2021 | 4 August 2024 |
Probable Playing 11 for MNR vs NOS, Match 27
Manchester Originals:
Philip Salt(wk/c), Matthew Hurst, Max Holden, Wayne Madsen, Paul Walter, Jamie Overton, Sikandar Raza, Usama Mir, Thomas Aspinwall, Scott Currie, Fazalhaq Farooqi
Northern Superchargers:
Matthew Short, Ben Stokes, Nicholas Pooran(wk), Harry Brook(c), Adam Hose, Oliver Robinson, Graham Clark, Mitchell Santner, Matthew Potts, Adil Rashid, Reece Topley
Probable Top Performers from MNR vs NOS
Probable Best Batter: Nicholas Pooran
Northern Superchargers wicketkeeper-batter Nicholas Pooran could be the best batter in the upcoming game against Manchester Originals. Pooran has been in brilliant form and is currently the fourth-highest run-scorer of the competition with 161 runs in six matches. The left-hand batter will look to carry on the same momentum in the coming game and smash the bowlers all around the park.
Probable Best Bowler: Fazalhaq Farooqi
Manchester Originals’ Fazalhaq Farooqi could be the best bowler in the upcoming game against Northern Superchargers. In six games, the Afghan pacer has managed to pick six wickets at an economy of 8.45. The left-arm seamer scalped three wickets in the last game and will be high in confidence for the forthcoming match and will be looking to have a similar performance.
Today’s Match Prediction: Northern Superchargers to win the match
Scenario 1
Manchester Originals win the toss and opt to bowl first
PP Score: 45-55
NOS: 145-155
Northern Superchargers win the match
Scenario 2
Northern Superchargers win the toss and opt to bowl first
PP Score: 35-45
MNR: 135-145
Northern Superchargers win the match
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Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the author’s understanding, analysis, and instinct. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.