The London Spirit vs Birmingham Phoenix match prediction leans toward Birmingham Phoenix with a 52% win probability, and the head-to-head record makes that even harder to argue against. Phoenix have won all five previous meetings, while Spirit arrive having lost four of their last five. Liam Livingstone will need to deliver a captain’s innings to reverse this particular tide. This preview covers the Lord’s pitch, playing XI breakdown, head-to-head history, and fantasy cricket tips for the 28th Match of The Hundred 2026.
London Spirit vs Birmingham Phoenix Match Details
Match | London Spirit vs Birmingham Phoenix | 28th Match | The Hundred Men’s Competition 2026 |
Date | 09/08/2026 (Sunday) |
Time | BDT 11:00 PM / PKT 10:00 PM / INR 10:30 PM |
Format | The Hundred |
Venue | Lord’s, London |
Recent Performance | London Spirit – L W L L L Birmingham Phoenix – L L L L L |
LS vs BP The Hundred 2026: Live Streaming & Broadcast Info
Lord’s, London
The Hundred 2026 is broadcast and streamed across multiple platforms globally. Check your local listings for exact channel details.
- India: Sony Sports Network (TV); FanCode App & Website, Sony LIV (Streaming)
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- UK: Sky Sports Cricket, Sky Sports The Hundred (TV); Sky Go, NOW (Streaming)
- USA & Canada: Willow TV (TV); Willow TV Website & App, Fubo, DAZN (Streaming)
- Australia & New Zealand: FOX Sports / Fox Cricket (Australia), Sky Sport NZ (New Zealand)
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- MENA: Cricbuzz TV
- Worldwide: Matches available via Sports Live Hub for global streaming access across regions.
London Spirit vs Birmingham Phoenix Toss Prediction
London Spirit are predicted to win the toss and elect to bat first at Lord’s. The iconic ground can play tricks on teams chasing under lights, and with dew a potential factor in a late evening fixture, setting a target allows Spirit to control the conditions. Given their recent batting struggles, the chance to build a total without dew interference is one Livingstone is unlikely to pass up.
Lord’s, London Pitch Report
The Lord’s pitch is one of the most storied surfaces in world cricket, and for Hundred cricket it typically presents a true, even-paced deck. The famous slope generates natural movement for pace bowlers in the opening exchanges, but batters who get their eye in can capitalise on the true bounce. Spinners can come into play in the middle phase. Scores of 140–165 are par in this LS vs BP fixture format, though big hitters can push those benchmarks.
Weather Report
London in August can be mild and pleasant, but evening fixtures at Lord’s often bring cooler temperatures in the 16–20°C range. Dew is a genuine factor in late-night games, potentially making the ball slippery for bowlers in the second innings and favouring the chasing side. No significant rainfall is currently expected, so a full 100-ball contest is anticipated, though teams should factor the dew influence heavily into their toss decisions.
LS vs BP Head-to-Head Records
Matches Played | 5 |
LS Won | 0 |
BP Won | 5 |
Tied | 0 |
No Result | 0 |
First-ever Fixture | July 23, 2021 |
Most-recent Fixture | August 17, 2025 |
London Spirit vs Birmingham Phoenix Team Preview & Squads
London Spirit
Liam Livingstone captains London Spirit and carries the dual burden of leading the side while being their most dangerous all-round weapon. His explosive batting in the middle order and useful off-spin give Spirit a genuine match-winner, but when Livingstone doesn’t fire, the team often struggles to find a Plan B. In this fixture, he’ll need to play a captain’s innings and impose himself early if Spirit are to snap a four-game losing streak.
The batting leans heavily on Jonny Bairstow, tipped as Spirit’s top run-scorer and most likely six-hitter in this contest. Lhuan-dre Pretorius is the designated finisher, capable of brutal hitting in the death overs. Dewald Brevis adds flair in the top order, while James Rew and Kiran Carlson provide steadiness lower down. Spirit’s batting lineup has enough firepower on paper, they just need it to click collectively rather than relying on individual bursts.
Adam Milne is the bowling spearhead, a genuine pace threat with the ability to trouble top-order batters at the start. Jamie Overton, tipped as Spirit’s top wicket-taker, contributes with raw pace and lower-order hitting. Adam Zampa’s wrist spin offers a valuable variation in the middle overs, while David Willey adds left-arm experience. Mason Crane provides an additional spin option to keep opposition batters thinking.
London Spirit Squad:
London Spirit Squad
Liam Livingstone, Jonny Bairstow, Dewald Brevis, Kiran Carlson, James Coles, Mason Crane, Henry Crocombe, Matthew Fisher, Adam Milne, Joe Moores, Jamie Overton, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, James Rew, Andrew Tye, David Willey, Adam Zampa
Birmingham Phoenix
Donovan Ferreira captains Birmingham Phoenix through a rough patch, five straight losses, yet this LS vs BP preview finds them on the right side of the head-to-head, having beaten Spirit in all five previous encounters. Ferreira’s leadership will be tested here: his side need a performance that stops the rot, and the psychological comfort of a perfect record against this opponent is genuinely useful in that context.
Mitchell Owen is the batting trump card for Phoenix, the predicted Player of the Match and their biggest six-hitting threat. Joe Clarke brings proven Hundred experience and consistency at the top of the order. Will Smeed adds aggressive intent, while Laurie Evans and Sean Dickson provide middle-order stability. Jordan Thompson’s all-round contributions, runs and wickets when needed, give Ferreira a useful swing option when the innings needs resetting.
Tom Helm is tipped as Phoenix’s leading wicket-taker and gives their attack a reliable pace option with genuine skill in Hundred-format death bowling. Usman Tariq brings craft and control, capable of strangling scoring in the middle phase. Saqib Mahmood adds international quality to the seam department, while Rehan Ahmed’s leg-spin provides a dangerous variation that can deceive even seasoned batters. Chris Wood rounds out a versatile attack.
Birmingham Phoenix Squad:
Birmingham Phoenix Squad
Donovan Ferreira, Ethan Brookes, Joe Clarke, Scott Currie, Sean Dickson, Ben Dwarshuis, Laurie Evans, Tom Helm, Saqib Mahmood, Matthew Montgomery, Mitchell Owen, Rehan Ahmed, Will Smeed, Jordan Thompson, Usman Tariq, Joe Weatherley, Chris Wood
LS vs BP Prediction
Event | London Spirit | Birmingham Phoenix |
Toss Winner | London Spirit | – |
Player of the Match | – | Mitchell Owen |
Top Run Scorer | Jonny Bairstow | Mitchell Owen |
Top Wicket Taker | Jamie Overton | Tom Helm |
Most Sixes | Jonny Bairstow | Mitchell Owen |
Predicted Score | 140+ | 150+ |
Win Probability | 48% | 52% |
London Spirit vs Birmingham Phoenix Winning Prediction
Birmingham Phoenix are our predicted winners of the 28th Match with a 52% win probability, powered by a flawless 5-0 head-to-head record over London Spirit and Mitchell Owen’s devastating form up top. Phoenix haven’t won a game recently, but history suggests this is exactly the opponent they need to get back on track. London Spirit, meanwhile, need Livingstone to pull off something genuinely special to break a jinx that has now stretched across five seasons. Can Spirit finally end the Phoenix hoodoo, or will the record hold again? Follow JeetBuzz for live ball-by-ball updates, real-time stats, and expert analysis throughout The Hundred 2026.
FAQ: The Hundred 2026 — 28th Match
Q1. What time does the LS vs BP match start in IST?
The 28th Match of The Hundred 2026 between London Spirit and Birmingham Phoenix begins at 10:30 PM IST on August 09, 2026.
Q2. Where can I watch the London Spirit vs Birmingham Phoenix match live in the UK?
The match is available to stream live on Sports Live Hub (SLH).
Q3. Who leads the London Spirit vs Birmingham Phoenix head-to-head record?
Birmingham Phoenix lead the head-to-head 5-0, having won every previous meeting between the two sides across The Hundred competition.
Disclaimer: This cricket prediction reflects the author’s personal insights and analysis. We encourage readers to review the points shared and draw their own conclusions.