Cricket Prediction | BP vs LS | The Hundred 2025 | 18th Match | August 17 – Can the Losing Side Rewrite the Script?

BP vs LS Match Analysis

Edgbaston is set to spark on August 17 as Phoenix fire meets Spirit steel in The Hundred’s 18th clash. The match is scheduled to start in the late afternoon, with conditions expected to be perfect for high-intensity cricket.

Form may have wavered, but Birmingham Phoenix’s batting still carries the spark to flip their season on its head. Players like Liam Livingstone and Will Smeed can change the game in a few overs

London Spirit have looked solid with a balanced squad blending international stars and promising domestic players. Kane Williamson leads with calm authority, while power hitters like David Warner can swing the game at any stage.

Birmingham Phoenix vs London Spirit Team Preview & Squads

Birmingham Phoenix

His T20 résumé is long, but his sixes travel even further—Livingstone is BP’s spark and anchor. His leadership has been proactive, often encouraging aggressive strategies. Livingstone’s form with the bat will be critical if Phoenix wants to post a competitive total.

BP boasts a strong top and middle order with Liam Livingstone, Will Smeed, and Joe Clarke providing stability. Young talents like Dan Mousley and Jacob Bethell add freshness to the lineup. Their ability to rotate strike and accelerate later in the innings will be crucial.

The Phoenix bowling attack has a mix of pace and spin, led by Trent Boult and Tim Southee. Adam Milne and Tom Helm offer depth in pace options, while Benny Howell provides variety with his spin. Effective death bowling will determine their chances of restricting Spirit’s batting.

In their previous match against Northern Superchargers at Leeds, Phoenix struggled to chase a big total. Superchargers posted 193/5, and despite efforts from Livingstone and Clarke, Phoenix fell short at 157/9 in 100 balls. Both the batting and bowling units’ vulnerabilities came to light in the 36-run loss.

Birmingham Phoenix Squad

Birmingham Phoenix Squad

Liam Livingstone (C), Jacob Bethell, Trent Boult, Joe Clarke (WK), Aneurin Donald, Ben Duckett, Tom Helm, Benny Howell, Louis Kimber, Freddie McCann, Adam Milne, Dan Mousley, Liam Patterson-White, Will Smeed, Tim Southee, Chris Wood

London Spirit

Kane Williamson brings calmness and tactical acumen to the London Spirit’s side. His decision-making under pressure is key to guiding both the batting and bowling units. Williamson’s experience in international cricket makes him a reliable anchor in crunch situations.

LS has a formidable batting line-up with David Warner, Keaton Jennings, and Ollie Pope providing firepower. Middle-order stability is ensured by Dan Douthwaite and Sean Dickson. The presence of versatile finishers like Ashton Turner makes them a tough side to defend against.

Spirit’s bowling attack is well-rounded, featuring pacers like Jamie Overton and Olly Stone, along with all-round options such as Ryan Higgins. Spin options include Liam Dawson, adding variation to the bowling plan. Their depth allows flexibility to adapt to different match situations.

LS lit up Birmingham with a 21-run triumph, leaving the Rockets grounded and out of fuel. Chasing 163, the Rockets were restricted to 141/6 in 100 balls, highlighting Spirit’s disciplined bowling. A strong batting performance was driven by the leadership of David Warner and Kane Williamson.

London Spirit Squad

London Spirit Squad

Kane Williamson (C), Jafer Chohan, Liam Dawson, Sean Dickson, Dan Douthwaite, Richard Gleeson, Ryan Higgins, Keaton Jennings, Wayne Madsen, Jamie Overton, Ollie Pope, John Simpson, Jamie Smith (WK), Olly Stone, Ashton Turner, David Warner, Luke Wood, Daniel Worrall

BP vs LS Outfield Report

Edgbaston, Birmingham

Edgbaston’s pitch is the great equaliser—where batsmen dream big and bowlers dare bigger. Early movement helps seamers, while the wicket slows slightly in the second half, favoring spin. Batsmen who rotate strike efficiently tend to dominate in the middle overs.

The forecast predicts clear skies with a temperature of around 24°C during the match. Humidity levels will be moderate, and there is a minimal chance of rain. Conditions are ideal for both batting and bowling units to perform at their best.

Historically, totals of around 170-190 have been challenging but attainable at Edgbaston. Batting first, teams can score as high as 200+, while chasing sides often struggle if the initial overs are lost. The pitch favors teams that build partnerships and utilize power-hitting in the final overs.

Birmingham Phoenix vs London Spirit Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

In the last five encounters between Phoenix and Spirit, the teams have shared victories evenly, making this matchup highly competitive.

BP vs LS Prediction

According to cricket analysts London Spirit have a 53% chance of Winning.