Manchester Originals vs Birmingham Phoenix, 28th Match Prediction.
Match Details
- Date & Time: August 23, 2025, 7:00 PM IST (1:30 PM GMT)
- Venue: Old Trafford, Manchester
- Pitch: Balanced; 1st innings avg ~130-150 runs, 5-6 wickets; 2nd innings ~120-140 runs, 6-7 wickets.
- Weather: Cool, ~17°C, partly cloudy, 20% chance of rain, full match likely.
Weather and Conditions
Cool with clouds. The pitch suits Originals’ batsmen, but Phoenix’s bowlers could use seam.
Toss Preference
- Manchester Originals: Likely to bat first, setting a total.
- Birmingham Phoenix: Likely to bowl first, using Tim Southee.
Prediction
- Manchester Originals (Underdogs): Need strong batting.
- Birmingham Phoenix (Favorites): Strong 2024 Hundred form.
Conclusion
Phoenix’s experience makes them favorites. Originals need a big batting effort.
Predicted Winner
Birmingham Phoenix, due to form.