The Hundred 2023, men's match preview: Manchester Originals v Birmingham Phoenix

Team news, key match-ups, TV and streaming information, weather forecast, odds, form rundown, start times, venue, squad lists and more

Joe Williams | 06/08/2023 at 10:46

What's the match?

Manchester Originals host Birmingham Phoenix in the next match of the men's Hundred 2023.

When is it taking place?

The game is due to start at 6.30pm BST on Monday, August 7.

Where is the match taking place?

Manchester Originals play their home matches at Emirates Old Trafford in Manchester.

Who's got the form?

Both teams have had the start of their campaigns heavily impacted by the weather.

Manchester Originals' opening game was reduced to 40 balls as they fell nine runs short of the target set by Welsh Fire. Their second was abandoned in the first innings, with them hitting 138 runs from 80 balls.

On the other hand, Birmingham Phoenix have yet to complete a game. Their opening encounter with Northern Supercharges was stopped when they were 84 for 6, and their second fixture was abandoned before a ball was bowled.

What's the key matchup?

Originals captain Jos Buttler has started in imperious form. Despite the rain-affected games, he has hit 37 and 62 with eight sixes.

Phoenix have not had the same amount of time on the pitch, but Ben Duckett looks to be bringing his test form to The Hundred. He was 34 not out before rain stopped play in their opening game.

It could prove to be a decisive battle between England's red-ball and white-ball openers.

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Manchester Originals captain Jos Buttler (Getty Images)

Can I get tickets?

There are still tickets remaining for this match but availability is limited.

Tickets can be found by visiting The Hundred's website.

What's the weather forecast?

A dry day in Manchester, with little chance of rain and temperatures hovering around 19 degrees Celsius.

What are the squads?

Manchester Originals: Jos Buttler, Usama Mir, Phil Salt, Laurie Evans, Ashton Turner, Jamie Overton, Tom Hartley, Richard Gleeson, Paul Walter, Josh Tongue, Josh Little (Zaman Khan between August 16 and knockout rounds), Wayne Madsen, Tom Lammonby, Mitchell Stanley, Max Holden, Ben Raine

Birmingham Phoenix: Chris Woakes, Ben Duckett, Liam Livingstone, Moeen Ali, Shadab Khan (Tanveer Sangha from August 14), Adam Milne, Benny Howell, Will Smeed, Kane Richardson, Jamie Smith, Tom Helm, Miles Hammond, Chris Benjamin, Dan Mousley, Henry Brookes, Jacob Bethell

What's the team news?

Liam Livingstone missed the season opener with a minor injury but should be available. Ben Duckett is available after England duties. Chris Woakes is expected to sit the game out following his Test exertions. Moeen Ali remains absent.

What are the possible starting XIs?

Manchester Originals: Jos Buttler, Phil Salt, Laurie Evans, Max Holdern, Ashton Turner, Paul Walter, Jamie Overton, Usama Mir, Tom Hartley, Josh Little, Josh Tongue

Birmingham Phoenix: Will Smeed, Ben Duckett, Liam Livingstone, Jamie Smith, Dan Mousley, Shadab Khan, Chris Benjamin, Benny Howell, Tom Helm, Adam Milne, Kane Richardson

What are the odds?

A tight encounter is expected with both teams listed as 10/11 to win.

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Will Smeed is a key player for Birmingham Phoenix (Getty Images)

What's the prediction?

This promises to be an enticing fixture as both teams look to get their first win on the board. The Originals may prove to have too much firepower for the Phoenix.