London Spirit Men vs Northern Superchargers Men – 20th August – Preview & Predictions

The Hundred continues at the home of cricket on Tuesday 19 August 2025 when London Spirit Men face Northern Superchargers Men at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground in St John’s Wood, London. The evening clash begins at 6:30 PM BST (11:00 PM IST). Both sides are still chasing consistency and the points here could prove vital for the run-in towards the knockout stages. Expect a buzzing crowd and a lively atmosphere under the lights.

Form Guide

London Spirit have been hard to read in 2025, alternating between spirited wins and disappointing collapses. Their batting has sometimes let them down, but home advantage at Lord’s could make a difference.

  • Beat Oval Invincibles convincingly thanks to a strong top-order stand.
  • Lost narrowly to Trent Rockets after struggling to finish the chase.
  • Bowling attack looked sharper in their last outing, restricting Birmingham Phoenix under par.

Northern Superchargers, meanwhile, have shown glimpses of brilliance but inconsistency in execution has been their biggest challenge. Their top order fires in patches, while the bowling has lacked penetration at times.

  • Pulled off a big chase against Manchester Originals.
  • Defeated by Welsh Fire after a middle-order collapse.
  • Bowling struggled against Southern Brave, conceding too many at the death.

Key Players

London Spirit Men

  • Zak Crawley – In excellent form opening the batting, his ability to play aggressively in the powerplay can set the tone.
  • Adam Rossington – Brings quick runs at the top and keeps momentum flowing with his fearless stroke play.
  • Liam Dawson – Offers control with the ball and useful lower-order runs, making him a vital all-round option.

Northern Superchargers Men

  • Harry Brook – A natural match-winner, capable of explosive innings that turn the tide.
  • Matthew Potts – Leading the attack with accuracy and aggression, crucial in the powerplay overs.
  • Brydon Carse – Brings pace and wicket-taking ability, often striking in key moments.

Pitch and Weather Conditions

Lord’s usually offers a balanced pitch with something in it for both bat and ball. Early on, seamers may get some movement, but as the evening settles, batters often enjoy true bounce and good carry. The square boundaries can reward strong hitters, making death bowling vital.
The weather forecast for London on Tuesday is clear, with only a slim chance of showers, and mild evening temperatures should make for ideal playing conditions.

London Spirit Men vs Northern Superchargers Men – Prediction

Both sides are desperate for points, but London Spirit may have the edge with home advantage and slightly more settled form. Their batting depth and bowling balance could tilt the contest in their favour, though the Superchargers have enough firepower to cause an upset. Expect a close encounter, but the Spirit look marginally stronger on paper.

Dream11 Fantasy Picks

  • Zak Crawley – Consistent scorer at the top, great choice for captaincy.
  • Harry Brook – Capable of explosive runs and match-winning knocks.
  • Liam Dawson – Reliable all-rounder who contributes with both bat and ball.