The Hundred 2024: Final, OVI vs SOB Match Prediction – Who will win today’s match between OVI vs SOB?

Defending champions Oval Invincibles (OVI) square off against Southern Brave (SOB) in the final clash of The Hundred 2024, at the iconic Lord's Cricket Ground in London, on Sunday, August 18.

The Sam Billings-led Oval Invincibles have had a smooth campaign thus far, finishing at the top of the points table at the end of the round-robin phase to secure a direct entry into the summit clash. They won six out of the eight matches they have played so far in The Hundred 2024. After winning four games on the trot, the Invincibles lost their last encounter against Trent Rockets. However, the rare defeat won't perturb them too much as they have played some fantastic cricket during the campaign.

Meanwhile, James Vince's Southern Brave side finished third on the points table after winning five games and losing two out of the eight they played in the league stage. One of their games ended without a result. In the Eliminator, they picked up a nerve-wracking win in the Super Five against Birmingham Phoenix on Saturday, August 17. The hard-fought victory will surely serve as a huge motivation for the Southampton-based side.

Oval Invincibles and Southern Brave had locked horns earlier this month at the Kennington Oval. The hosts won the match by six wickets with 15 balls to spare as Sam Curran put on an all-round show.

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Match Details

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Pitch Report

The average first innings score in the four matches played so far at this venue in The Hundred 2024 is around 126. Two games have been won by teams batting first while chasing teams have won the other two encounters. In a pressure game like the final, the captain who wins the toss could look to bat first and allow his team to post a formidable total. Scoreboard pressure could be a factor for the side batting in the second innings.

Head-to-Head Record 

Probable Playing 11 for OVI vs SOB, Final

Oval Invincibles (OVI):

Will Jacks, Dawid Malan, Jordan Cox, Sam Billings (c/wk), Sam Curran, Donovan Ferreira, Tom Lammonby, Tom Curran, Saqib Mahmood, Nathan Sowter, Adam Zampa.

Southern Brave (SOB):

Alex Davies (wk), James Vince (c), Leus du Plooy, Laurie Evans, Kieron Pollard, Chris Jordan, James Coles, Jofra Archer, Akeal Hosein, Craig Overton, Tymal Mills

Probable Top Performers from OVI vs SOB

Probable Best Batter: James Vince

Southern Brave skipper James Vince could be the batter to watch out for in the title clash against Oval Invincibles. He is the leading run-getter in the tournament by a distance, having amassed 400 runs from nine innings at a staggering average of 57.14 and a commendable strike rate of 145.45. Vince has registered four half-centuries so far this season. In the Eliminator, he contributed a crucial 43 runs off 35 balls. 

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Probable Best Bowler: Sam Curran

Oval Invincibles’ Sam Curran is the joint-highest wicket-taker in the tournament. He has scalped 17 wickets from eight games at an average of 9.05 and a strike rate of 7.35. His economy rate is also a decent 7.39. Curran's spell will be very crucial for the Invincibles as he has the ability to pick wickets in clusters.

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Today’s Match Prediction: Oval Invincibles to win the match

Scenario 1

Oval Invincibles win the toss and opt to bat first

PP Score: 40-50

OVI: 130-140

Oval Invincibles win the match

Scenario 2

Southern Brave win the toss and opt to bat first

PP Score: 40-50

SOB: 120-130

Oval Invincibles win the match

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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.