Sunrisers Leeds are the narrow favourites in this Sunrisers Leeds vs Southern Brave match prediction, backed by a 52% win probability and a commanding 4–1 head-to-head advantage over Southern Brave in The Hundred. SRL have the firepower of Mitchell Marsh and the pace of Brydon Carse at a home fortress in Headingley, while Southern Brave arrive on the back of a defeat to Welsh Fire and a patchy campaign so far. This SRL vs SB preview covers the pitch report, playing XI options, toss prediction, head-to-head records, and fantasy cricket tips for the 5th Match.
Sunrisers Leeds vs Southern Brave Match Details
Match | Sunrisers Leeds vs Southern Brave | 5th Match | The Hundred Men’s Competition 2026 |
Date | 25/07/2026 (Saturday) |
Time | BDT 7:30 PM / PKT 6:30 PM / INR 7:00 PM |
Format | The Hundred |
Venue | Headingley, Leeds |
Recent Performance | Sunrisers Leeds – W W L NR L Southern Brave – L W L W L |
SRL vs SB The Hundred Men’s Competition 2026: Live Streaming & Broadcast Info
Headingley, Leeds
The 5th Match of The Hundred Men’s Competition is available across a wide range of broadcast and streaming platforms globally.
- Pakistan: Live streaming available on FanCode (via web pass/regional partner access).
- India: Televised live on Sony Sports Network; digitally streamed on the FanCode App and Website.
- Bangladesh: Streamed live on FanCode.
- United Kingdom: Broadcasted live on Sky Sports Cricket and Sky Sports Main Event; select matches available on BBC Two and BBC iPlayer.
- USA & Canada: Televised and streamed live via Willow TV / Cricbuzz.
- Australia & New Zealand: Broadcasted live on Fox Sports (Australia) and Sky Sport (New Zealand).
- Sri Lanka: Streamed live on FanCode.
- Nepal: Streamed live on FanCode.
- MENA: Broadcasted live on beIN Sports.
- Worldwide: Matches available via Sports Live Hub for global streaming access across regions.
Broadcast details may vary by region.
Sunrisers Leeds vs Southern Brave Toss Prediction
Sunrisers Leeds are predicted to win the toss and bat first at Headingley. The Leeds pitch traditionally holds true in the early stages and suits aggressive batting, giving the home side confidence in setting a total. While dew is less of a defining factor than in subcontinent cricket, any evening moisture at Headingley could help the side batting second, a risk Zak Crawley may prefer to avoid by posting a strong total first.
Headingley, Leeds Pitch Report
Headingley is one of England’s most distinctive cricket venues, offering a surface that can be lively early before settling into a batter-friendly track as the innings progresses. In The Hundred format, scores in the 140–160 range are typical here, though explosive batting line-ups can push higher. Seam bowlers often find early assistance, making the powerplay phase particularly critical, teams that survive early pressure and accelerate in the middle phase tend to post winning totals at this ground.
Weather Report
Leeds in late July typically offers mild summer conditions, with temperatures around 17–21°C expected at match time. Overcast skies are a possibility and could assist the seam bowlers, particularly in the opening overs. Rain interruptions can never be entirely ruled out at Headingley, though no prolonged disruption is forecast for this fixture. A No Result is unlikely but worth monitoring, SRL have already had one NR in their recent form column, making a full game all the more important for both sides.
SRL vs SB Head-to-Head Records
Matches Played | 5 |
SRL Won | 4 |
SB Won | 1 |
Tied | 0 |
No Result | 0 |
First-ever Fixture | August 7, 2021 |
Most-recent Fixture | August 13, 2025 |
Sunrisers Leeds vs Southern Brave Team Preview & Squads
Sunrisers Leeds
Zak Crawley captains Sunrisers Leeds with an expansive batting style that sets the tone at the top of the order. His ability to take on quality bowling from ball one makes him a genuine match-shaper and a captain who leads from the front, exactly what a team needs at the start of a 100-ball innings. Crawley’s composure under pressure will be key as SRL look to bounce back at home after a last-match defeat to MI London.
Mitchell Marsh is the batting powerhouse Sunrisers rely on to shift momentum in the middle overs. His combination of clean striking and adaptability makes him the most dangerous batter in this playing XI on his day. Ryan Rickelton provides solidity and the capacity to accelerate when the innings demands it, while Dan Lawrence’s all-round flexibility gives Crawley a versatile option who can bat at multiple positions and contribute crucial overs as well.
Brydon Carse is the standout bowling threat, a fast bowler capable of dismantling batting line-ups with raw pace and accuracy at Headingley, a ground that has historically suited seam movement. Reece Topley adds left-arm variety, while Abrar Ahmed’s wrist-spin offers a contrasting option in the middle overs. This SRL vs SB preview backs the Sunrisers’ home attack as the decisive factor in a match where wicket-taking pace could prove the difference.
Sunrisers Leeds Squad:
Sunrisers Leeds Squad
Zak Crawley, Abrar Ahmed, Charlie Allison, Tom Alsop, Ed Barnard, Harry Brook, Brydon Carse, Nathan Ellis, Benny Howell, Tom Lawes, Dan Lawrence, Mitchell Marsh, Liam Patterson-White, Matthew Potts, Matthew Revis, Ryan Rickelton, Reece Topley
Southern Brave
Chris Jordan captains Southern Brave with the experience of a seasoned international campaigner and the bowling instincts of one of England’s most reliable death-over operators. Jordan leads the attack with discipline and can change a game in a single over but his captaincy task is a tough one with an inconsistent squad that has lost three of their last five matches and failed to defend 135 against Welsh Fire in their most recent outing.
Thomas Rew is Southern Brave’s most promising batting asset young, composed, and capable of anchoring a chase or setting a platform in the powerplay. David Miller brings the kind of international-grade striking power that can win a match from any position, and his ability to clear the rope makes him the critical fantasy cricket tip from the SB camp. Jamie Smith and Marcus Stoinis add further depth, though their inconsistency has been a recurring problem for Brave this season.
Nikhil Chaudhary leads the bowling attack with pace and aggression, giving Jordan a reliable option with the new ball. Luke Wood’s left-arm seam is well-suited to English conditions and can generate uncomfortable movement for right-handers. Adil Rashid’s leg-spin experience provides a contrasting threat in the middle phase, while Jofra Archer’s presence in the squad adds serious X-factor if fit and firing. Southern Brave have the bowling tools they just need the batting to hold up first.
Southern Brave Squad:
Southern Brave Squad
Chris Jordan, Tom Abell, Jofra Archer, Nikhil Chaudhary, Caleb Falconer, Manny Lumsden, Ben McKinney, David Miller, Michael Pepper, Adil Rashid, Thomas Rew, Jamie Smith, Marcus Stoinis, Tristan Stubbs, Luke Wood, Daniel Worrall, Saif Zaib
SRL vs SB Prediction
Event | Sunrisers Leeds | Southern Brave |
Toss Winner | Sunrisers Leeds | – |
Player of the Match | Ryan Rickelton | – |
Top Run Scorer | Ryan Rickelton | David Miller |
Top Wicket Taker | Brydon Carse | Luke Wood |
Most Sixes | Ryan Rickelton | David Miller |
Predicted Score | 140+ | 130+ |
Win Probability | 52% | 48% |
Sunrisers Leeds vs Southern Brave Winning Prediction
Sunrisers Leeds are the predicted winners of the 5th Match, backed by a 52% win probability, home advantage at Headingley, and a 4–1 head-to-head record that speaks for itself. Mitchell Marsh’s power hitting and Brydon Carse’s pace on a seam-friendly surface give SRL the match-winning tools at both ends. Can Chris Jordan and David Miller pull off an upset and arrest Southern Brave’s inconsistency? Follow JeetBuzz for live scores, in-depth player stats, and sharp Hundred analysis throughout the tournament.
FAQ: The Hundred Men’s Competition 2026 – 5th Match
Q1: What time does the SRL vs SB Hundred 5th Match start in IST?
The match begins at 7:00 PM IST on July 25, 2026.
Q2: Where can fans in the UK watch the SRL vs SB Hundred match live?
The match is available to stream live on Sports Live Hub (SLH).
Q3: Who is the predicted Player of the Match for the SRL vs SB Hundred 5th Match?
Ryan Rickelton of Sunrisers Leeds is predicted as the Player of the Match for the 5th Match.
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.