The Hundred 2023: Match 10, MNR vs BPH Match Prediction – Who will win today’s match between MNR vs BPH?

The exhilarating action will continue in The Hundred 2023 men’s competition as Manchester Originals and Birmingham Phoenix take on each other in Match 10 on Monday, August 7 at Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester. Originals’ last game against London Spirit got washed out. They’re ranked last (eighth position) on the points table with one point to their name from one loss and washout from two matches.

On the other hand, Phoenix’s last game also got washed out against Trent Rockets. They’re ranked on the sixth spot with two points to their name from two washouts. The Moeen Ali-led side will be eager to start the campaign by getting their first win under their belt while the Originals will be eager to bounce back from the loss in their opening fixture.

Match Details:

Tournament: The Hundred 2023

Match: Manchester Originals vs Birmingham Phoenix, Match 10

Venue: Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester

Date & Time: Monday, August 7, 11:00 pm (IST)

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

Emirates Old Trafford Pitch Report

There were four matches played at the venue in the 2022 men’s edition of the tournament where teams batting second won thrice. The average first innings score was 166 while the highest target chased was 190. In the recent Ashes Test played at the venue, the pitch was good for batting and is likely to be the same in the upcoming fixture. Keeping the past record in mind, the captain winning the toss is likely to bowl first.

Also Check: Live Cricket Score: Manchester Originals (Men) vs Birmingham Phoenix (Men), Match 10

Probable Playing XIs:

Manchester Originals (MNR)

Philip Salt (wk), Jos Buttler (c), Laurie Evans, Max Holden, Ashton Turner, Paul Walter, Jamie Overton, Usama Mir, Tom Hartley, Joshua Little, Josh Tongue

Birmingham Phoenix (BPH)

Will Smeed, Chris Benjamin, Miles Hammond, Liam Livingstone, Moeen Ali (c), Shadab Khan, Jacob Bethell, Benny Howell, Henry Brookes, Kane Richardson, Adam Milne

MNR vs BPH Head-to-Head

Overall

Played – 2, Manchester Originals – 2, Birmingham Pheonix – 0

Probable Best Batter of the Match

Jos Buttler – Manchester Originals

The Manchester skipper got the tournament off to a good start scoring a brilliant 37* (18) in the opening game. However, he couldn’t take his team over the line as they lost by nine runs. Hence, Buttler will be eager to play a big knock and help his team get their first win in the upcoming fixture.

Shadab Khan – Birmingham Phoenix (BPH)

Shadab Khan is one of the most sought-after all-rounders in world cricket right now in the T20 format. Apart from his stupendous hitting prowess lower down the order, he’s also known for bamboozling batters with his spin variations. The 24-year-old will be eager to bowl his team to their first victory of the season in the upcoming season.

Today’s Match Prediction: Manchester Originals 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.