The fourth edition of Men’s The Hundred competition is on-song, with matches coming thick and fast in the event. The 19th match of the tournament will see Birmingham Phoenix square off against Northern Superchargers at Edgbaston, Birmingham, on August 6.
Northern Superchargers have won three matches on the trot since the arrival of their regular skipper, Harry Brook, and are third on the points table with six points from four games. On the other hand, Birmingham Phoenix have won and lost two games each and are reeling at sixth position with four points from as many games.
Ahead of this engrossing contest, let’s delve into the pitch report, stats, head-to-head, match prediction, and top players of this contest. 
Edgbaston, Birmingham Pitch Report
The surface at Edgbaston is a batting paradise. However, the pacers will get lateral movement with the new ball, and spinners must bowl in the right areas to excel. Given the conditions, a high-scoring affair can be expected.
Edgbaston, Birmingham Pitch Stats (The Hundred Men’s)
Total Matches: 12
Matches won batting first: 7
Matches won bowling first: 5
Average 1st innings Score: 159
Average 2nd innings Score: 126
Highest total recorded: 185/5 by Birmingham Phoenix vs London Spirit
Lowest total recorded: 75/10 by Birmingham Phoenix vs Manchester Originals
BRP vs NOS Head-to-Head
Both sides have squared off twice in Men’s The Hundred history, sharing one win.
BRP vs NOS Top Players Predictions
Nicholas Pooran (NOS): The West Indian swashbuckler has recently been in red-hot form and carried his form in The Hundred event as well. He has amassed 146 runs in four innings in the fourth edition of Men’s The Hundred event. He faltered in Superchargers’ previous game and would aim to dominate with the bat in this contest.
Ben Duckett (BRP): The southpaw smashed 92 runs in Phoneix’s previous outing but his valiant effort went in vain as his side ended up losing side. The 29-year-old will look to continue his impressive form in this contest, laying a solid foundation for his side.
Harry Brook (NOS): The Superchargers skipper has led his side from the front, winning three games on the bounce. The right-hander has amassed 98 runs in three innings and is heading into this contest with a half-century in the previous game.
BRP vs NOS Hit or Miss Prediction
Moeen Ali (BRP): The Phoenix skipper has had a forgettable outing so far in the tournament, failing to score in double digits in four games, and has yet to take a wicket in The Hundred 2024. He will look to regain his rhythm and contribute with both bat and ball in this contest.
BRP vs NOS Conditions-based Predictions
- Batting first should be a good choice at this venue
- Pacers should employ their variations to excel
- Over 160 will be a good score
BRP vs NOS Match Predictions
The surface at Edgbaston is favorable for batters and the total runs in this contest are likely to surpass 288.5 runs (1.85). Considering his recent form, Nicholas Pooran might score over 27.5 runs (1.85) in this game. Bowlers will get minimal assistance from the pitch and hence total wickets in this contest might remain under 13.5 (1.75). The Odds.
BRP vs NOS Winner Prediction
Birmingham Phoenix have the advantage of playing on their home ground and is likely to come out on top in this contest. Superchargers are on a three-match winning streak and one can expect a nail-biter contest.
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