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The Hundred: Superchargers Face Spirit in Do-or-Die Game

August 12, 2024

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The fourth edition of The Hundred is getting intense as it reaches its business end, with the top three teams yet to be determined. Match 29 of the competition will see Northern Superchargers and London Spirit lock horns at Headingley, Leeds, on August 13.

Superchargers are fourth on the points table with nine points from seven games. They have won four and lost two of their seven games, while one game ended in a tie. Harry Brook’s side must win this game to keep their hopes alive in the tournament. On the other hand, it has been a forgettable season for Spirit, as they managed only one win of their seven games and are languishing at the bottom of the points table. Daniel Lawrence-led Spirit are out of the competition and will aim to end their campaign with a win.

This marks the final league game for both teams and an important one for the Superchargers. Ahead of this enthralling content, let’s delve into the pitch report, stats, probable playing XI, match prediction, and top players.

Headingley, Leeds Pitch Report

The pitch at Headingley has been favorable for the batters. Pacers will get assistance with the new ball, while spinners are unlikely to get any help from the surface. A total of over 140 can be considered a good total at this venue.

Headingley, Leeds Pitch Stats (The Hundred Men’s)

Total Matches: 14

Matches won batting first: 8

Matches won bowling first: 6

Average 1st innings Score: 156

Average 2nd innings Score: 149

Highest total recorded: 208/5 by Manchester Originals vs Northern Superchargers

Lowest total recorded: 119/9 by Northern Superchargers vs Southern Brave

NOS vs LNS Probable Playing XI:

Northern Superchargers: Matthew Short, Oliver Robinson, Nicholas Pooran (wk), Harry Brook (c), Adam Hose, Graham Clark, Mitchell Santner, Reece Topley, Matthew Potts, Adil Rashid, Patrick Brown

London Spirit: Keaton Jennings, Michael-Kyle Pepper (wk), Ollie Pope, Daniel Lawrence (c), Shimron Hetmyer, Andre Russell, Matthew Critchley, Liam Dawson, Olly Stone, Nathan Ellis, Daniel Worrall

NOS vs LNS Top Players Prediction

Nicholas Pooran (NOS): The West Indian has overcome a three-match rough patch, hammering an unbeaten 66 runs off just 33 balls in the Superchargers’ previous game. The left-hander has amassed 227 runs in seven innings at a staggering strike rate of 150.33. Pooran will aim to continue his impressive form in this crucial clash.

Keaton Jennings (LNS): The 32-year-old has mustered 107 runs in four innings for Spirit, with 61 being the highest score. Jennings can play big innings and will aim to end his The Hundred campaign on a high note.

Liam Dawson (LNS): The English player has been a consistent contributor for Spirit and was named Hero of the Match in their only victory this season. Dawson has 115 runs to his name in six innings and has grabbed seven wickets in seven innings.

NOS vs LNS Hit or Miss Prediction

Harry Brook (NOS): The Superchargers’ skipper has been in decent form in the ongoing edition of The Hundred. Brook has hammered 163 runs in six innings at an impressive strike rate of 148.18 and is likely to play a key role in this must-win clash.

NOS vs LNS Conditions-based Predictions

Batting first should be a good choice at this venue
Bowlers need to use variations to trap the batters

NOS vs LNS Match Predictions

Considering it’s a batting-friendly venue, the total runs in this match are likely to surpass 291.5 runs (1.85). London Spirit openers failed to make a significant impact this season and will likely lose their first wicket under 17.5 runs (1.85). On the other hand, the Superchargers are expected to score over 19.5 runs (1.85) for the first wicket. Additionally, the total wickets might remain under 13.5 (1.75) in this contest. The Odds.

NOS vs LNS Winner Prediction

This is a must-win game for the Superchargers, and they will go all out to win this contest and stay alive in the competition. The team batting first will have a slight advantage in this contest.

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