The Hundred heads to Manchester where the Manchester Originals welcome the Northern Superchargers for match 17 of the 2025 men’s competition. Held at the Emirates Old Trafford in Manchester, this 100‑ball contest begins at 2:30 pm BST on 17 August 2025 (7:00 pm IST). Both sides have experienced mixed fortunes so far. The Originals stumbled out of the blocks but steadied in their last outing, while the Superchargers have surged up the ladder thanks to a powerful top order and incisive spin duo. With bragging rights in the North up for grabs, this mid‑season clash promises fireworks in front of a packed home crowd.
Form Guide
Manchester Originals Men
Manchester opened their campaign with back‑to‑back defeats but finally broke through with a morale‑boosting win in their most recent match. Contributions from young opener Ben McKinney, wicketkeeper‑batter Phil Salt and captain Jos Buttler helped steady a wobbling batting unit, while new‑ball pair Josh Tongue and Sonny Baker made vital strikes with the ball. Playing at home should lift the Originals, but they need greater consistency from their top order and must tighten their bowling in the middle sets to climb up the standings.
- Started the season with two losses before defeating Welsh Fire to get on the board.
- Phil Salt has been their leading scorer with 132 runs at an average of 44 and strike‑rate of 141.9.
- Scott Currie has taken five wickets while conceding 7.92 runs per set and also chipped in with handy runs.
Northern Superchargers Men
Northern Superchargers have started brightly, winning two of their first three matches. They edged Southern Brave in a last‑ball thriller thanks to a Graham Clark cameo and have been powered by a star‑studded batting line‑up featuring Zak Crawley and captain Harry Brook. Their spin tandem of Imad Wasim and Mitchell Santner has controlled the middle sets, and New Zealand pacer Jacob Duffy made an immediate impact on debut. Another victory here would cement their top‑three hopes, but they must guard against complacency on the road.
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- Two wins from three games have the Superchargers inside the top four.
Key Players
Manchester Originals Men
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- Phil Salt – The aggressive opener is the Originals’ form batter with 132 runs and will relish batting on a true Old Trafford surface.
- Jos Buttler – Manchester’s captain remains one of the most dangerous finishers in white‑ball cricket; his experience and calmness under pressure are invaluable.
- Scott Currie – The young seamer has five wickets at 13.2 and a superb economy rate of 7.92 runs per set, making him their most consistent bowler.
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Northern Superchargers Men
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- Harry Brook – The Superchargers’ skipper leads from the front, scoring 94 runs at a strike‑rate over 150. His clean hitting in the middle order often dictates the innings tempo.
- Graham Clark – Normally an opener, Clark has thrived at number six with 74 quick runs in two matches, providing vital late acceleration.
- Jacob Duffy – The New Zealand fast bowler took 3/26 on debut and offers incisive swing and yorkers at the death.
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Pitch and Weather Conditions
Emirates Old Trafford usually delivers a balanced Hundred wicket. In men’s matches here, teams batting first average about 140 runs while those chasing average 131, and sides fielding second have won eight of 14 contests. The surface offers good bounce and carry for stroke play, yet bowlers who hit disciplined lengths can extract seam movement and reward. With a par score around 140, captains might prefer to chase given the slightly better success rate for the side batting second.
August in Manchester is mild and often overcast. Daily high temperatures hover around 19–20 °C, while nights dip to 12–13 °C. Light westerly breezes and a chance of showers mean bowlers could find some swing early, but conditions should remain playable. Fans should pack a light jacket yet expect a largely dry evening.
Manchester Originals Men v Northern Superchargers Men – Prediction
Manchester Originals finally opened their account with a gritty victory but remain a work in progress. Phil Salt and Jos Buttler provide top‑order firepower, yet the middle order and spin attack need to step up. Northern Superchargers arrive with momentum, having won two of their three games and boasting a deep batting line‑up and potent spin duo. Harry Brook and Zak Crawley are in sublime touch, and Jacob Duffy’s addition strengthens their pace options. P
Dream 11 Fantasy Picks
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- Phil Salt – An explosive opener and wicketkeeper, Salt’s consistency and strike‑rate make him a must‑have fantasy pick.
- Harry Brook – The Superchargers’ captain is in fine form with 94 runs from three innings and offers points for boundaries.
- Jacob Duffy – With his ability to swing the new ball and nail his yorkers at the death, Duffy could rack up wickets and economy points.
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Old Trafford faithful will relish this northern showdown, and the Hundred’s fast‑paced format ensures plenty of drama. Whether the Originals can harness home support to derail the Superchargers’ surge will be one of the stories of the tournament. Tune in on 17 August to find out.
laying at home gives the Originals a fighting chance, but on current form, the Superchargers look more balanced. Expect a high‑scoring contest where the visitors’ batting depth should see them edge a close game.
li>Captain Harry Brook has struck 94 runs in three innings at a strike‑rate of 154.1 and an average of 47.
- Graham Clark’s late‑order hitting (74 runs, strike‑rate 160.9) and Jacob Duffy’s 3/26 on debut have broadened their match‑winning options.
