The Hundred Women’s Competition 2023: Match 26, OVI-W vs SOB-W Match Prediction – Who will win today’s match between OVI-W vs SOB-W?

Match 26 of The Hundred Women’s 2023 will feature a clash between Oval Invincibles and Southern Brave at the Rose Bowl in Southampton on Saturday, August 19. Oval Invincibles will be coming into the game on the back of a loss against London Spirit.

On the other hand, Southern Brave took on Birmingham Phoenix in their previous game. Brave ran away with a three-run victory and currently lead the group standings. With match 26 approaching, it could be interesting to see whether Oval Invincibles can improve their record or will Brave will establish their dominance even further.

Match Details:

Tournament: The Hundred Women’s Competition 2023

Match: Oval Invincibles Women vs Southern Brave Women, Match 26

Venue: Rose Bowl, Southampton

Date & Time: Saturday, August 19, 07:00 pm (IST)

Where to Watch Live: Sony Sports Network, SonyLiv, and FanCode

Rose Bowl Pitch Report:

The surface at the Rose Bowl in Southampton is quite slow; spinners could have an advantage on such a surface, and the batters will look to be patient at the start of the game. Opting to bat first after winning the toss could be a wise decision.

Probable Playing XI:

Oval Invincibles (OVI-W)

Lauren Winfield-Hill (wk), Suzie Bates (c), Alice Capsey, Marizanne Kapp, Paige Scholfield, Mady Villiers, Cordelia Griffith, Kira Chathli, Ryana Macdonald Gay, Eva Gray, Sophia Smale

Southern Brave (SOB-W)

Smriti Mandhana, Danielle Wyatt, Maia Bouchier, Georgia Adams, Freya Kemp, Chloe Tryon, Maitlan Brown, Kalea Moore, Anya Shrubsole (c), Rhianna Southby (wk), Lauren Belly

OVI-W vs SOB-W Head-to-Head

Overall

Played – 4, Oval Invincibles women – 2, Southern Brave women – 2,

Probable Best Batter of the Match

Smriti Mandhana  – Southern Brave women

Southern Brave’s Smriti Mandhana would be expected to be the best batter in the forthcoming clash against Oval Invincibles. With a score of 39 runs in 32 deliveries, Mandhana was one of the highest run-getters for Brave in their previous win. The team will depend on her services in the next game as well.

Probable Best Bowler of the Match

Marizanne Kapp – Oval Invincibles women

Oval Invincibles’ Marizanne Kapp could be expected to be the best bowler in her side’s upcoming game against Southern Brave. Kapp, who took two wickets and conceded 13 runs in 20 balls, Kapp was one of the best bowlers in her side’s previous loss. They will hope that it can bear different fruit in Match 26.

Today’s Match Prediction: Southern Brave Women to win the match

Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.