The Men’s Hundred continues today evening. This fantastic match is between Manchester Originals and Southern Brave at Emirates Old Trafford. Manchester Originals are in the second position in the group, they were victorious against the Welsh Fire and Birmingham Phoenix, they even lost against the oval invincibles , and had a no-result against Northern Superchargers. Southern Brave seem to be one point behind after winning against the London Spirit and Birmingham Phoenix,
As we did notice in the last game, Manchester Originals had a hard time putting Welsh Fire to the sword. The 3 top scorers are regaining their form just as the tournament is at its peak.
Southern Brave have had victories in a row and are ascending the standings. After beating London Spirit, they have demonstrated that they can defend a total in this format.
Weather
Overcast conditions are forecast, a possibility of rain in Manchester. The temperatures fluctuating between 12~18°C.
Pitch
This is one of the few grounds in the UK that is spinner friendly. The surface makes it easier for spinners to make sharp turns. The weather forecast at Old Trafford is predicted to be cloudy, the pacers may be able to obtain some movement in the air early today. The batters have to choose their shots more carefully. The team that wins the toss may opt 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 are in much better form and are more confident. However, they might lose their form if the spinners don’t show their magic. Manchester Originals are our pick to win. Let’s watch and enjoy this interesting match with Mahadevbook online!
