Northern Superchargers will take on Manchester Originals in the 16th game of The Hundred 2024 at Headingley, Leeds in the United Kingdom on Sunday, August 04. The Originals will be keen to secure a win to move up the table, while the Superchargers will be hoping to take advantage of their home-field advantage.
After two back-to-back defeats and a draw, Northern Superchargers managed to pick up a win in their last match against Oval Invincibles. The bowling unit of the Superchargers was phenomenal in the last match. Annabel Sutherland picked up four wickets while Kate Cross and Linsey Smith have two wickets each to their name.
Among batters, Sutherland stole the show with her 63*, while Phoebe Litchfield made 44 runs. Sutherland’s performance was crucial in turning the tide for the Superchargers and securing their first win of the tournament. The team will now aim to continue their winning momentum.
On the other hand, Manchester Originals have managed to win two out of their three matches and are currently second on the points table. South Africa’s Laura Wolvaardt was exceptional for them in the last match against Southern Brave, as she smashed 78* runs off 52 deliveries.
Among bowlers, captain Sophie Ecclestone had a good time. Lauren Filer has impressed with her pace and accuracy, while Kathryn Bryce’s ability to deliver under pressure was evident in their narrow win against Trent Rockets. The team’s overall bowling discipline has been remarkable, helping them restrict the opposition to a total that their batting unit has no qualms chasing down.
The Hundred 2024: Northern Superchargers vs Manchester Originals, Match 16 – Details
Date and Time: 04 August 2024, Sunday, 07:00 PM IST
Venue: Headingley, Leeds
Live Streaming: Sony Sports Network, Sony LIV & FanCode
The Hundred 2024: Northern Superchargers vs Manchester Originals, Match 16 – Pitch Report
The surface at Headingley has heavily favored the bowlers in the ongoing tournament. It is slow and gets slower as the match progresses. The wicket is certainly not one of those batting paradises in this part of the world.
The Hundred 2024: Northern Superchargers vs Manchester Originals, Match 16 – Weather Report
The weather in London is expected to be clear and breezy. There are no chances of rain during the game. The temperature is likely to be around 23°C with 56% humidity.
The Hundred 2024: Northern Superchargers vs Manchester Originals, Match 16 – Probable Playing XIs
Northern Superchargers: Hollie Armitage(c), Davina Perrin, Phoebe Litchfield, Anna Sutherland, Alice Davidson-Richards, Bess Heath(wk), Georgia Wareham, Kate Cross, Lucy Higham, Linsey Smith, Grace Ballinger
Manchester Originals: Beth Mooney, Laura Wolvaardt, Emma Lamb, Kathryn Bryce, Fi Morris, Eve Jones, Sophie Ecclestone(c), Kim Garth, Ellie Threlkeld(wk), Alice Monaghan, Lauren Filer
The Hundred 2024: Northern Superchargers vs Manchester Originals, Match 16 – Head-to-Head Records
| Matches Played | 04 |
| Northern Superchargers won | 02 |
| Manchester Originals won | 02 |
Prediction: Manchester Originals to win the match.
The Hundred 2024: Northern Superchargers vs Manchester Originals, Match 16 – Key Players
Northern Superchargers
- Annabel Sutherland – She has eight wickets to her name in the tournament. Annabel Sutherland is currently the leading wicket-taker of the tournament and for Superchargers to qualify for the next round, Sutherland needs to come good in the coming games.
- Phoebe Litchfield – Litchfield is someone who can change Northern Superchargers’ fortunes. She has been in superb form with the bat as she scored 44 runs in the last match. Her role is very crucial and her consistency makes her a vital pick.
Manchester Originals
- Laura Wolvaardt – She has been a force to reckon with in the tournament. She has made 127 runs in three matches at a strike rate of 144.31. The 25-year-old is the third-leading run-scorer at the moment and will be hoping to keep up with the momentum for the remainder of the tournament.
- Sophie Ecclestone – Captain Sophie Ecclestone has been the standout performer for Manchester Originals, delivering crucial spells of spin bowling and picking up wickets at key moments. She is one of the key bowlers to watch out for in this contest.
The Hundred 2024: Northern Superchargers vs Manchester Originals, Match 16 – Dream 11 Prediction
Wicket-Keeper: Beth Mooney
Batters: Laura Wolvaardt, Phoebe Litchfield
All-rounders: Sophie Ecclestone (c), Annabel Sutherland (vc), Georgia Wareham, Kathryn Bryce, Fi Morris
Bowlers: Kim Garth, Kate Cross, Linsey Smith
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