BPH vs MNR Match Prediction – Who will win today’s The Hundred Men's match?

The Birmingham Phoenix will be locking horns with the Manchester Originals in Match 28 of the Men’s Hundred 2022 at Edgbaston, Birmingham on Sunday, August 28. Both teams have blown hot and cold in the ongoing competition so far and would now be looking forward to making amends as the second edition of the 100-ball per-innings tournament nears its business end. The Phoenix will be eyeing to get into the top two positions. They are currently placed at the third spot having won four of their six matches with eight points to their tally at an NRR of +0.593. The Phoenix would be heading into this contest on the back of a 10-run victory over the Oval Invincibles.

The Manchester Originals, on the other hand, would also be desperate to register some much-needed victories under their belt from hereon as the tournament reaches its final week. Manchester find themselves at the fourth position in the points table having won and lost three each of their six encounters so far with six points to their tally at a net run rate of +0.590. The Originals come into this contest after registering a 23-run victory over the Northern Superchargers in their last fixture.

BPH vs MNR Match Details

Venue: Edgbaston, Birmingham

Date & Time: August 28, 11:30 PM

Live Streaming: FanCode

BPH vs MNR Pitch Report

The Edgbaston wicket is a batting-friendly one where the batters enjoy playing a wide range of shots once they are well set in the middle. A run-scoring fest can be expected at this venue. The pacers will be able to make an impact upfront in the initial overs, especially with the new ball in hand. Batting will be easier in the second innings. Therefore, the captain winning the toss would be looking to bowl first.

BPH vs MNR, Match 28, Probable Playing XIs

Birmingham Phoenix:

Will Smeed, Miles Hammond, Moeen Ali (c), Liam Livingstone, Matthew Wade (w), Chris Benjamin, Benny Howell, Tom Helm, Henry Brookes, Kane Richardson, Imran Tahir

Manchester Originals:

Philip Salt (w), Laurie Evans (c), Wayne Madsen, Tom Lammonby, Tristan Stubbs, Paul Walter, Colin Ackermann, Tom Hartley, Matthew Parkinson, Mitchell Stanley, Joshua Little

BPH vs MNR, Match 28, Probable Top Performers

Probable best batter of the match

Philip Salt:

The onus would be on opener Philip Salt to provide a brisk start for the Manchester Originals just like he did in the last game against the Northern Superchargers. Salt scored a 25-ball 55 which turned out to be a match-winning knock, thereby helping Manchester to register two more precious points to their tally.

Probable best bowler of the match

Paul Walter:

The Manchester Originals would yet again be expecting Paul Walter to make a tremendous impact with the ball in hand against Birmingham Phoenix. Walter was the pick of the bowlers for Manchester in the last game against the Superchargers as he finished with match-winning figures of 3/27. He would be hoping to maintain consistency going forward.

Today’s Match Prediction: Birmingham Phoenix to win the match

Disclaimer: This 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.