LDN vs BPH Match Preview

The host London Spirit will look to make a strong comeback against Birmingham Phoenix in the fifth match of the Hundred Mens Competition 2024, which will be played at Lords in London on Saturday. After being outclassed by Southern Brave in all three categories, London Spirit will look to make amends and improve their performance in this home game. Birmingham Phoenix, on the other hand, were comprehensively defeated by the Oval Invincibles in a game at The Oval. Skipper Moeen Ali will be hoping that the team can improve its batting performance against the London Spirit. Birmingham Phoenix will take heart from the fact that they have won all three matches against the London Spirit.

LDN vs BPH Match Details

London Spirit vs Birmingham Phoenix – 05th Match, The Hundred Mens Competition-2024

Venue: Lord’s Cricket Ground, United Kingdom

Date & Time: 27th July 2024 at 11:00 PM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

LDN vs BPH Venue Stats

LDN vs BPH Pitch Report

The venue is good for us because of the bat-ball balance and the new ball is expected to swing and seam around. We anticipate scores of 160-170 runs in this match.

LDN vs BPH Weather Report

The sky is predicted to have bright and sunny weather on match day, with some moisture on the pitch due to the rains in the days leading up to the match.

LDN vs BPH Last Five Matches

LDN vs BPH Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

Also Read: Five significant controversies from the Indian cricketing world

LDN vs BPH Probable Playing XIs:

Birmingham Phoenix Probable Playing XIs

Aneurin Donald (wk), Rishi Patel, Liam Livingstone, Dan Mousley, Moeen Ali (c), Jacob Bethell , Benny Howell, Sean Abbott, Adam Milne, Tom Helm, Tim Southee

London Spirit Probable Playing XIs

Adam Rossington (wk), Daniel Bell-Drummond, Michael-Kyle Pepper, Daniel Lawrence (c), Shimron Hetmyer, Andre Russell, Ravi Bopara, Liam Dawson, Olly Stone, Nathan Ellis, Daniel Worrall

Topmost Picks for LDN vs BPH Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Birmingham Phoenix

Top Picks – London Spirit

• Shimron Hetmyer – His recent form has been particularly impressive, with a strike rate exceeding 177 in the first three matches, including a well-made fifty.
• Nathan Ellis – The highly experienced Nathan Ellis has made his mark, taking 7 wickets in just 3 games with an impressive economy rate of 6.58.

LDN vs BPH Probable Winners:

The London Spirit have almost a new look batting lineup, with 2-3 new batters in the playing XI. They have good depth in the batting and bowling departments, as well as strong all-rounders in the playing XI. Birmingham Phoenix miss many of their first-choice players due to national commitments, and their batting lineup is slightly inexperienced. They have a solid core of pacers but rely on all-rounders in the spin department. We expect the London Spirit to win this match because they have a better all-around team than the Birmingham Phoenix. Considering the team combination, London Spirit are expected to win this match.

NOS vs TRE Match Preview

The Hundred is backwards, and the competition has heated up. The defending champions, the Oval Invincibles, began their title defense with a convincing victory over the Birmingham Phoenix. The Northern Superchargers will now face the Trent Rockets at Headingley, hoping to turn their fortunes around. With a 1-2 record against other teams, the Superchargers are looking for a winning start to the season.

NOS vs TRE Match Details

Northern Superchargers vs Trent Rockets – 04th Match, The Hundred Mens Competition-2024

Venue: Headingley, Leeds

Date & Time: 26th July 2024 at 11:00 PM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

NOS vs TRE Venue Stats

NOS vs TRE Pitch Report

The venue is good for us because of the bat-ball balance and the new ball is expected to swing and seam around. We anticipate scores of 160-170 runs in this match.

NOS vs TRE Weather Report

The sky is predicted to have bright and sunny weather on match day, with some moisture on the pitch due to the rains in the days leading up to the match.

NOS vs TRE Last Five Matches

NOS vs TRE Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

Also Read: Five significant controversies from the Indian cricketing worTRE

OS vs TRE Probable Playing XIs:

Trent Rockets Probable Playing XIs

Lewis Gregory (c), Tom Alsop, Alex Hales, Tom Banton (wk), Sam Hain, Adam Lyth, Rovman Powell, Calvin Harrison/ John Turner, Rashid Khan, Sam Cook, Luke Wood

Northern Superchargers Probable Playing XIs

Jason Roy (c), Graham Clark, Jason Roy, Adam Hose, Daniel Sams, Nicholas Pooran (wk), Adil Rashid, Reece Topley, Jordan Clark, Pat Brown, Callum Parkinson

Topmost Picks for NOS vs TRE Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Trent Rockets

Top Picks – Northern Superchargers

• Jason Roy – Jason Roy after his move from the Oval Invicibles to Northern Super Chargers is a key player at the top of the order having scored 340 runs
• Daniel Sams – Sams who can hit the long ball and can also be lethal with the new ball provides the much needed balance for the Super Chargers.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for NOS vs TRE Dream11 Team:

Nicholas Pooran(C), Tom Banton, Jason Roy, Sam Hain, Alex Hales(VC), Rashid Khan, Sam Cook, Reece Topley, Jordan Clark, Daniel Sams, Adil Rashid

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for NOS vs TRE Dream11 Team:

Nicholas Pooran, Tom Banton, Jason Roy, Sam Hain, Alex Hales, Rashid Khan(C), Sam Cook, Reece Topley(VC), Jordan Clark, Daniel Sams, Adil Rashid

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Ravi Bopara, Andre Russel

Vice-captain – James Vince, Chris Jordan

Wicketkeeper – Finn Allen

NOS vs TRE Probable Winners:

Trent Rockets may not have had a great season last year, but they have put together a solid team and appear to have most bases covered. However, the Northern Superchargers have a strong squad, but the absence of some of the team’s key players for this game renders the Trent Rockets the favourites to win, and the Trent Rockets have won both of their previous matches against the Northern Super Chargers at Leeds and Headingley. Considering the team combination, Trent Rockets are expected to win this match.

MNR vs WEF Match Preview

The Hundred always causes a stir in the English summer because the schedule is already overcrowded, and many purists are moving away from this new format, but the truth is that the competition brought in a new generation of cricket fans, who are constantly entertained by this tournament. Old Trafford has hosted a few of the most famous sporting events over the centuries, but on Thursday, it will be more of a party, with boundaries and wickets expected to flow once more. Some among the cleanest-hitting batters in English cricket will be on display for Manchester Originals and Welsh Fire, so do not be surprised if there are many sixes across this fixture in Manchester on Thursday evening.

MNR vs WEF Match Details

Manchester Originals vs Welsh Fire – 03rd Match, The Hundred Mens Competition-2024

Venue: Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester

Date & Time: 25th July 2024 at 11:00 PM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

MNR vs WEF Venue Stats

MNR vs WEF Pitch Report

The venue has long been one of England’s fastest pitches, and we witnessed some explosive hitting during the Men’s Hundred and Men’s Ashes here last year. The spinners will have their turn, but whoever bats first will aim for a total of 180 or more.

MNR vs WEF Weather Report

Although the evening is not expected to be as sunny or warm as the previous days, it will still be very humid, with temperatures above 20 degrees for the majority of the game.

MNR vs WEF Last Five Matches

MNR vs WEF Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

Also Read: Five significant controversies from the Indian cricketing world

MNR vs WEF Probable Playing XIs:

Welsh Fire Probable Playing XIs

Jonny Bairstow (c), Tom Kohler-Cadmore (wk), Joe Clarke, Stephen Eskinazi, Glenn Phillips, David Willey, Ben Green, Roelof van der Merwe, David Payne, Jake Ball, Mason Crane

Manchester Originals Probable Playing XIs

Jos Buttler (c), Phil Salt (wk), Wayne Madsen, Max Holden, Paul Walter, Sikandar Raza, Jamie Overton, Tom Hartley, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Mitchell Stanley, Sonny Baker

Topmost Picks for MNR vs WEF Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Welsh Fire

Top Picks – Manchester Originals

• Jos Buttler – Jos Buttler hit the most runs of any player in the tournament last year and he followed that up with a strong showing in the 2024.
• Fazalhaq Farooqi – Fazalhaq Farooqi has been excellent for Manchester Originals. In the last 8 matches, he has taken 16 wickets at an economy of under 8 with a wicket every 10 balls.

MNR vs WEF Probable Winners:

Both of these teams will be looking to advance to the knockout stages of this year’s tournament, and they certainly have the players with both bat and ball to do so. We predict a home victory, with their opening pair of England white ball global batters causing some damage. Considering the team combination, Manchester Originals are expected to win this match.

The defending champions kicked off the new season in spectacular fashion, securing an emphatic 8-wicket victory over Birmingham Phoenix in the Men’s Hundred season opener at The Oval. This triumph marked a historic moment for the Invincibles as it was their first-ever win against Phoenix in the tournament’s history. The match began with Phoenix’s captain, Moeen Ali, winning the toss and opting to bat first. His counterpart, Sam Billings, expressed confidence in their bowling unit’s ability to perform under pressure, which turned out to be a decisive factor in the game.

The Invincibles’ bowlers delivered an exceptional performance, dismantling the Phoenix batting lineup with precision and skill. Mohammad Amir set the tone with his superb figures of 2 for 7, while Saqib Mahmood added pressure with his 2 for 25. The standout performance came from Adam Zampa, whose 3 for 11 was instrumental in bundling the Phoenix out for a meager 89 runs in just 81 balls. This dominant display by the bowlers laid the foundation for a comfortable chase, and the Invincibles cruised to victory with ease, maintaining their winning streak and making a strong statement for the season ahead.

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Understanding Birmingham Phoenix’s Struggles with the Bat

Birmingham Phoenix’s innings was marred by a series of false shots that disrupted their momentum and consistency throughout the match. In the early stages, the first three overs showed a concerning trend with false shot percentages of 40%, 36.36%, and 45.45% respectively. This shaky start hinted at a lack of control and precision, setting a precarious tone for the innings. The fourth over, in particular, was disastrous with a false shot percentage skyrocketing to 70%, indicating severe difficulties in facing the bowlers effectively.

As the innings progressed, the middle overs saw a mixture of stability and struggle. The fifth over offered a brief respite with a 30% false shot rate, suggesting a momentary regaining of composure. However, inconsistency plagued the team as the seventh over witnessed another high at 60%. Despite this, there were glimpses of improvement and adaptation, especially in the 14th over where the false shot percentage dropped significantly to 11.11%. This dip hinted at the batters’ ability to readjust and apply themselves better against the bowling attack, but such moments were fleeting.

Towards the end of the innings, the false shots continued to hinder Phoenix’s performance. The 15th over repeated the earlier struggles with a 60% false shot rate, and the final over saw a dramatic spike to 100%, highlighting a complete collapse under pressure. This inconsistency and frequent lapses in concentration underscored the challenges Birmingham Phoenix faced in constructing a stable and effective innings. The high percentages of false shots at crucial junctures not only stifled scoring opportunities but also led to frequent dismissals, ultimately derailing their chances of posting a competitive total.

Tim Southee made an immediate impact for Birmingham Phoenix, striking early to dismiss Will Jacks for just 6 runs off 7 balls. However, Tawanda Muyeye briefly countered with an aggressive knock, hitting four boundaries in his quickfire 23 off 14 deliveries. When Southee returned for his second spell, he managed to claim Muyeye’s wicket, but unfortunately for Phoenix, their bowling attack failed to capitalize on this breakthrough.

Dawid Malan, who hadn’t faced a ball in the first 20 deliveries, then took charge alongside skipper Sam Billings. Together, they forged an unbeaten partnership of 62 runs for the third wicket, with Billings contributing a steady 31* off 28 balls. Their composed and confident batting guided the Oval Invincibles to a comfortable victory, overshadowing the initial breakthroughs made by Phoenix.

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SOU vs LDN Match Preview

Southern Brave will face London Spirit in the upcoming second game of The Hundred 2024 on July 24, 2024, in Southampton. This is both teams’ first game of the season, and each hopes to win to establish momentum early in the tournament. Last season, Southern Brave missed the eliminator after finishing third in the league stage points table. On the other hand, London Spirit finished the group stage with only two wins, making them the tournament’s second-worst team. South Brave would be more comfortable going into this match, whereas London Spirit would want to make an early impact to get their campaign started.

SOU vs LDN Match Details

Southern Brave vs London Spirit – 02nd Match, The Hundred Mens Competition-2024

Venue: The Rose Bowl, United Kingdom

Date & Time: 24th July 2024 at 11:00 PM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

SOU vs LDN Venue Stats

SOU vs LDN Pitch Report

The venue is good for us because of the bat-ball balance and the new ball is expected to swing and seam around. We anticipate scores of 160-170 runs in this match.

SOU vs LDN Weather Report

The sky is predicted to have bright and sunny weather on match day, with some moisture on the pitch due to the rains in the days leading up to the match.

SOU vs LDN Last Five Matches

SOU vs LDN Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

Also Read: Five significant controversies from the Indian cricketing world

SOU vs LDN Probable Playing XIs:

London Spirit Probable Playing XIs

Adam Rossington (wk), Daniel Lawrence (c), Michael-Kyle Pepper, Zak Crawley, Shemron Hetmyer, Andre Russel, Matthew Critchley, Ryan Higgins, Liam Dawson, Nathan Ellis, Daniel Worrall

Southern Brave Probable Playing XIs

Finn Allen, Alex Davies (wk), James Vince (c), Leus du Plooy, Kieron Pollard, Jofra Archer, George Garton, Chris Jordan, Rehan Ahmed, Craig Overton, Tymal Mills

Topmost Picks for SOU vs LDN Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – London Spirit

Top Picks – Southern Brave

• Finn Allen – His recent form has been particularly impressive, with a strike rate exceeding 177 in the first three matches, including a well-made fifty.
• Tymal Mills – Tymal Mills has been excellent for Southern Brave. In the last 8 matches, he has taken 16 wickets at an economy of under 8 with a wicket every 10 balls.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for SOU vs LDN Dream11 Team:

Finn Allen, Michael-Kyle Pepper, James Vince, Leus du Plooy, Shemron Hetmyer, Andre Russel(C), Matthew Critchley, Ravi Bopara, Chris Jordan(VC), Jofra Archer, Nathan Ellis

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for SOU vs LDN Dream11 Team:

Finn Allen, Michael-Kyle Pepper, James Vince(VC), Leus du Plooy, Shemron Hetmyer, Andre Russel, Matthew Critchley, Ravi Bopara(C), Chris Jordan, Jofra Archer, Nathan Ellis

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Ravi Bopara, Andre Russel

Vice-captain – James Vince, Chris Jordan

Wicketkeeper – Finn Allen

SOU vs LDN Probable Winners:

The Hundred 2024 is still in its early stages, and it will soon become clear who has the upper hand this season. There is no clear winner here. The Southern Brave may carry over their confidence from the previous season, and the addition of some new players could be beneficial. After last season’s performance, the only way is up for London Spirit. Considering the team combination, Southern Brave are expected to win this match.

OVL vs BPH Match Preview

The Hundred is one of the world’s most exciting shortest-format tournaments, with many top players from all over the world contributing to its high quality. The Oval Invincibles, the defending champions, will face the Birmingham Phoenix to start the season. Birmingham Phoenix finished second in the inaugural season, their best result to date. In this match, both teams will look to get their season off to a good start.

OVL vs BPH Match Details

Oval Invincibles vs Birmingham Phoenix – 01st Match, The Hundred Mens Competition-2024

Venue: The Oval, London

Date & Time: 23th July 2024 at 11:00 PM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

OVL vs BPH Venue Stats

OVL vs BPH Pitch Report

The venue is good for us because of the bat-ball balance and the new ball is expected to swing and seam around. We anticipate scores of 160-170 runs in this match.

OVL vs BPH Weather Report

The sky is predicted to have bright and sunny weather on match day, with some moisture on the pitch due to the rains in the days leading up to the match.

OVL vs BPH Last Five Matches

OVL vs BPH Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

Also Read: Five significant controversies from the Indian cricketing world

OVL vs BPH Probable Playing XIs:

Birmingham Phoenix Probable Playing XIs

Louis Kimber, Benny Howell, Moeen Ali, Liam Livingstone, Dan Mousely, Jacob Bethel, Sean Abbott, Adam Milne, James Fuller, Tom Helm, Tim Southee

Oval Invincibles Probable Playing XIs

Will Jacks, Dawid Malan, Jordan Cox, Sam Billings, Donovan Ferriera, Sam Curran, Tom Curran, Spencer Johnson, Saqib Mahmood, Nathan Sowter/Adam Zampa, Tom Lannonby

Topmost Picks for OVL vs BPH Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Birmingham Phoenix

Top Picks – Oval Invincibles

• Will Jacks – His recent form has been particularly impressive, with a strike rate exceeding 177 in the first three matches, including a well-made fifty.
• Spencer Johnson – The highly experienced Spencer Johnson has made his mark, taking 7 wickets in just 3 games with an impressive economy rate of 6.58.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for OVL vs BPH Dream11 Team:

Sam Billings, Jordan Cox, Will Jacks, Dawid Malan, Liam Livingstone, Benny Howell, Moeen Ali(VC), Sam Curran(C), Tom Curran, Adam Zampa, Tim Southee

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for OVL vs BPH Dream11 Team:

Sam Billings, Dan Mousely, Will Jacks(C), Dawid Malan, Liam Livingstone(VC), Benny Howell, Moeen Ali, Sam Curran, Tom Curran, Adam Zampa, Tim Southee

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Will Jacks, Sam Curran

Vice-captain – Liam Livingstone, Moeen Ali

Wicketkeeper – Sam Billings

OVL vs BPH Probable Winners:

The Oval Invincibles have almost a new look batting lineup, with 2-3 new batters in the playing XI. They have good depth in the batting and bowling departments, as well as strong all-rounders in the playing XI. Birmingham Phoenix miss many of their first-choice players due to national commitments, and their batting lineup is slightly inexperienced. They have a solid core of pacers but rely on all-rounders in the spin department. We expect the Oval Invincibles to win this match because they have a better all-around team than the Birmingham Phoenix. Considering the team combination, Oval Invincibles are expected to win this match.

The cricketing world was taken aback when the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) reportedly denied a No Objection Certificate (NOC) to young pacer Naseem Shah for his participation in the upcoming The Hundred tournament.

The Hundred tournament

The Hundred, a revolutionary 100-ball cricket tournament in England, has garnered massive attention since its inception. This year, Birmingham Phoenix drafted Naseem Shah for a substantial sum of £125,000, reflecting their belief in his potential to be a game-changer.

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Reasons for NOC denial

The PCB’s decision to withhold Shah’s NOC primarily revolves around workload management and injury prevention. Given his recent injury history and the rigorous demands of international cricket, the board aims to ensure that Shah remains fit and available for crucial national duties.

Naseem Shah’s shoulder injury

Naseem Shah underwent shoulder surgery in October 2023, an injury that unfortunately sidelined him from the ICC World Cup 2023, where Pakistan’s campaign ended prematurely. The surgery required an extensive rehabilitation period of four to six weeks, followed by a gradual return to competitive cricket.

Naseem Shah’s Return to Cricket

After months of recovery, Shah made a triumphant return to the field during the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2024, where he played a pivotal role in Islamabad United’s title-winning campaign. His subsequent performances for the national team in T20Is and the T20 World Cup underscored his resilience and skill, reaffirming his importance to Pakistan cricket.

PCB’s stance on player workload

The PCB has consistently emphasized the importance of managing player workload to prevent injuries and ensure peak performance during critical matches. With key international fixtures on the horizon, including the World Test Championship matches against Bangladesh, the board is keen to keep its top players in optimal condition.

Impact on Birmingham Phoenix

The denial of NOC to Naseem Shah is a significant blow for Birmingham Phoenix, who had high hopes for the young pacer’s contributions. The team will now need to reassess their strategy and possibly look for a replacement to fill the void left by Shah’s absence.

Other players affected by PCB’s decisions

While Naseem Shah’s NOC was denied, Usama Mir has been granted permission to participate in The Hundred. However, other prominent Pakistani players like Shaheen Afridi and Imad Wasim are still awaiting their NOCs. Earlier reports indicated that NOCs for players like Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan for the Global T20 Canada were also under consideration, pending ICC approval.