Cricket Prediction | SB vs NSC | The Hundred 2025 | 11th Match | Aug 13 – Who Takes the Must-Win Clash?

SB vs NSC Match Analysis

The 11th match of the Men’s Hundred 2025 will see Southern Brave host Northern Superchargers at the iconic Ageas Bowl, Southampton on August 13, 2025. The game is scheduled to start at 7:00 PM local time, promising an exciting evening of high-intensity cricket. 

Southern Brave carry the swagger of a side that can blast you out of the park and bowl you into submission. Led by experienced campaigners, they have been consistent in executing their plans across all departments. 

For the Superchargers, flair isn’t just for show—it’s backed by a backbone of rock-solid consistency. Their bowling unit, bolstered by international experience, has the skill to challenge any batting order. 

Southern Brave vs Northern Superchargers Team Preview & Squads

Southern Brave

In a format built on chaos, Vince brings SB the rare luxury of calm precision. An elegant top-order batter, Vince also marshals his resources effectively on the field. The side benefits greatly from his valuable leadership, shaped by franchise cricket.

The Brave batting is strengthened by power hitters like Jason Roy and young talents such as Toby Albert. Laurie Evans, as wicketkeeper-batter, provides solidity in the middle order. The depth allows them to accelerate in the final overs confidently.

Southern Brave carry the swagger of a side that can blast you out of the park and bowl you into submission. Danny Briggs offers spin variety, while Craig Overton and Reece Topley add seam options. This varied bowling arsenal suits different match scenarios well.

In their previous outing against Birmingham Phoenix at Southampton on August 10, Southern Brave dominated with the ball, restricting Phoenix to a modest 106/7. Chasing 107, Brave cruised to victory with ease, finishing on 109/1 with 19 balls to spare. James Vince and Jason Roy anchored the chase with fluent batting. This comprehensive 9-wicket win boosted their confidence significantly.

Southern Brave Squad

Southern Brave

James Vince (C), Toby Albert, Finn Allen, Jofra Archer, Michael Bracewell, Danny Briggs, Hilton Cartwright, James Coles, Leus du Plooy, Laurie Evans (Wk), Chris Jordan, Tymal Mills, Craig Overton, Jason Roy, Jordan Thompson, Reece Topley

Northern Superchargers

With bat in hand and vision in mind, Brook turns captaincy into a masterclass of calculated courage. His tactical approach has received praise even though the team has had some inconsistent performances.

The Superchargers’ top order rests on a trio who blend grit, class, and composure into a run-making machine. Middle-order players like David Miller and Graham Clark add finishing power and versatility. Their lineup can adapt to both quick starts and measured builds.

NSC have a varied bowling attack featuring Pat Brown and Brydon Carse as their main pace threats. The spin department is covered by Adil Rashid and Imad Wasim, who bring control and wicket-taking ability. Adding both experience and pace variety, Matthew Potts and Mohammad Amir strengthen the bowling lineup.

Northern Superchargers’ last match against Rockets at Nottingham on August 10 saw them post 124/9. Despite a decent total, their bowling unit couldn’t defend it, as the Rockets chased it down in the final overs with 5 wickets and 4 balls to spare. The narrow loss highlighted some inconsistencies in both batting and bowling that Superchargers will want to address.

Northern Superchargers Squad

Northern Superchargers

Harry Brook (C), Pat Brown, Brydon Carse, Graham Clark, Zak Crawley, Ben Dwarshuis, Rocky Flintoff, James Fuller, Imad Wasim, Tom Lawes, Dan Lawrence, Dawid Malan, David Miller, Mohammad Amir, Michael Pepper (Wk), Matthew Potts, Adil Rashid, Mitchell Santner

SB vs NSC Outfield Report

The Rose Bowl, Southampton

Southampton’s wicket provides a balanced challenge for batsmen and bowlers alike, with consistent bounce and pace. Early on, batsmen can capitalize, though seamers benefit under cloudy skies. Spinners are likely to come into play as the pitch wears, making the middle overs critical.

Weather conditions are expected to be mild with a temperature of around 22°C. Light cloud cover and a gentle breeze from the south-west could slightly aid swing bowling. No rain interruptions are forecast, ensuring uninterrupted play.

Historically, the highest score at this venue in the Men’s Hundred is around 160 when batting first, while the lowest successful chase has been near 110. Teams batting first usually look to post a competitive total in the range of 140-150 runs.

Southern Brave vs Northern Superchargers Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

In the last five encounters, Southern Brave hold a slight edge with three wins compared to Northern Superchargers’ two. 

SB vs NSC Prediction

According to cricket analysts Southern Brave have a 52% chance of Winning.