Predicting SB’s Playing XI for the 7th Match against BP in The Hundred 2025

After scripting a Hollywood-worthy finish at The Rose Bowl, Southern Brave arrive brimming with last-minute heroics. Chasing 132, the Brave chased sensibly to win with one ball remaining. In a game important for playoffs to qualify, the Southern Brave will face the Birmingham Phoenix in another interesting match. Below is Southern Brave’s best XI based on form and team balance.

Openers

Leus du Plooy has turned the art of opening into a statement piece, setting Southern Brave’s innings on a designer runway of runs. Although he only made 25 off 21 balls in the last match, he set the tone for the innings with a steady but aggressive approach that included 2 fours and a six. Du Plooy can handle pressure in the opening stages of the innings, and his ability to rotate the strike makes him a valuable asset at the top.

Joining him at the top is Jason Roy, who is a destructive opener and can completely change the course of a match with his aggressive hitting. Roy made 30 off 22 balls against the Sound and included 4 boundaries and a six. His innings were really quick scoring, and he showed an aggressive mentality.

Middle Order

The Southern Brave middle order has solid stabilizers that can anchor the innings as well as keep the scoreboard moving along. Laurie Evans, the captain, made a swift 13 from 9 balls with one four and one six, so that he could be aggressive and tactful with his scoring. This calmness under pressure will be essential if early wickets do fall.

Craig Overton is also an important middle-order batter, and he made an unbridled 18 from only 8 balls with 2 fours and one six at an astounding strike rate. Overton’s power hitting in the last few overs can give the Brave the needed acceleration they would desire to get to or chase a target. These two figures will give balance and comfort in the middle of the innings.

All-Rounders

Southern Brave’s all-rounders are essential for impact because they present a two-threat option. Tymal Mills, the last match’s Player of the Match, had a clear impact, none more so than his bowling haul of 3 wickets for 22 runs from 4 overs, and therefore disrupted the Originals’ batting order massively. Mills scored 8 off 4 when batting, but he cannot be named a big hitter.

Bracewell also contributes with useful runs lower down and with reliable bowling. Last match, he scored only 2 runs, but with his bowling economy and ability in the field, he is an incredibly useful member of the team. Together, Mills and Bracewell have such a good balance and an ability to change the game both with bat and ball.

Bowlers

The Brave’s bowling unit has a very tough lineup of key wicket-takers with the ability to apply pressure and break partnerships. With laser-focused precision, Noor’s 4-over spell yielded two crucial breakthroughs while keeping the runs locked down at a miserly 6.3 economy. Ahmad’s ability to bowl high-quality spin in the middle overs will restrict the opposition’s chasing runs.

A second dangerous weapon here is Scott Currie, who made 4 wickets for 28 runs; Currie took 4 wickets at particularly vital moments in helping his team. Currie’s pace of play and ability to strike regularly have been beneficial for the Braves’ bowling unit. Ahmad and Currie can certainly call upon their wicket-taking prowess to create momentum shifts in a match.

Disclaimer: This Exclusive News is based on the author’s understanding, analysis, and instinct. As you review this information, consider the points mentioned and form your own conclusions.

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