Manchester Originals and Northern Superchargers will clash in match 17 of The Hundred 2025 at Old Trafford, Manchester, on August 17. The Originals have a powerful batting lineup, but they have yet to gel as a unit; the team of gifted players has, however, been on the losing side three times, against Southern Brave, Oval Invincibles, and Welsh Fire.
Their single victory came against London Spirit in a very close run game, which they managed to win by 10 runs. These losses have meant that the Originals now occupy the last position in the table.
Northern Superchargers, in contrast, have enjoyed a splendid start to this season, having won three of their first four matches. They defeated Welsh Fire, Southern Brave, and Birmingham Phoenix, with one loss coming against Trent Rockets. With Harry Brook at the helm, the Superchargers currently find themselves at the very top.
Considering the current tractions of both teams, this promises to be an enticing encounter. Manchester Originals will try to unsettle the league leaders and secure another win for themselves. Northern Superchargers, on the other hand, will want to keep their winning momentum, ensuring they stay at the very top of the charts.
Manchester Originals vs Northern Superchargers Match Details
| Match | Manchester Originals vs Northern Superchargers, Match 17, The Hundred Men’s 2025 |
| Venue | Old Trafford, Manchester |
| Date & Time | Sunday, August 17, 7:00 PM (IST) |
| Live Broadcast and Streaming Details | Sony Sports Network, FanCode and Sony LIV (App & Website) |
Manchester Originals vs Northern Superchargers Head-to-Head Record
| Matches Played | 07 |
| Won By MNR | 03 |
| Won By NOS | 04 |
| No Result | 01 |
There have been two matches held at Old Trafford, Manchester, so far this season. The mean first-innings score is 147. The new ball would always spell some danger for the batsmen from both teams. There are confirmations that there will be swing and pace for the fast bowlers inside powerplay, and the batsmen will have to be careful.
Manchester Originals vs Northern Superchargers – Match Analysis
Manchester Originals’ Strengths
Home advantage at Old Trafford provides familiar pitch conditions and passionate Manchester crowd support, creating momentum-building opportunities. Star-studded batting lineup featuring Phil Salt, Jos Buttler, and Heinrich Klaasen offers explosive run-scoring potential against any bowling attack. Recent victory against London Spirit demonstrates the squad’s match-winning capability and ability to perform under pressure situations. Experienced T20 performers bring valuable tournament knowledge and a championship-winning mentality to crucial encounters.
Manchester Originals’ Weaknesses
Bottom table position with three losses from four matches reflects poor early-season form requiring immediate performance improvements. Failure to gel as a batting unit despite individual talent creates consistency issues and tactical limitations against organized bowling attacks. Pressure from a winless streak may impact confidence levels and decision-making during crucial match moments. Facing table-topping opposition demands exceptional performance standards that haven’t been consistently achieved this tournament.
Northern Superchargers’ Strengths
Top table position with three wins from four matches demonstrates exceptional early-season consistency and championship credentials. Winning momentum from recent victories against quality opposition creates confidence and psychological advantage over struggling teams. Harry Brook’s captaincy leadership provides tactical acumen and inspirational qualities for maintaining tournament-leading performance levels. Balanced squad composition offers multiple match-winning options across batting, bowling, and fielding departments.
Northern Superchargers’ Weaknesses
Away conditions at Old Trafford eliminate home advantage and familiar pitch knowledge benefits against desperate opposition. Table-topping status creates expectation pressure requiring consistent high-level execution for maintaining leadership position throughout the tournament. Complacency from a favorable position may impact preparation intensity and match focus against bottom-placed but dangerous opponents. Single defeat against Trent Rockets highlights vulnerability and the potential for upset results against motivated opposition teams.
Manchester Originals vs Northern Superchargers Predicted Playing XIs
Manchester Originals (MNR):
Phil Salt (C), Ben McKinney, Jos Buttler (WK), Mark Chapman, Heinrich Klaasen, Lewis Gregory, Tom Hartley, Scott Currie, Noor Ahmad, Josh Tongue, Sonny Baker.
Northern Superchargers (NOS):
Zak Crawley, Dawid Malan, Michael Pepper (WK), Harry Brook (C), David Miller, Dan Lawrence, Mitchell Santner, Tom Lawes, Matthew Potts, Adil Rashid, Jacob Duffy.
MNR vs NOS: Fantasy Teams Selection
MNR vs NOS Small League: Harry Brook (C), Jos Buttler (WK), Dawid Malan, Phil Salt, David Miller, Mitchell Santner, Lewis Gregory, Adil Rashid, Tom Hartley, Josh Tongue, Matthew Potts
MNR vs NOS Big League: Zak Crawley, Ben McKinney, Michael Pepper (WK), Mark Chapman, Heinrich Klaasen, Dan Lawrence, Tom Lawes, Scott Currie, Noor Ahmad, Jacob Duffy, Sonny Baker
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