Birmingham Phoenix enter this 7th match of The Hundred as slight favourites, carrying a 53% win probability against Manchester Super Giants. The MSG vs BP match prediction is shaped by Phoenix’s stronger recent form, the firepower of Will Smeed at the top, and a bowling attack that has made life uncomfortable for opposition batters in the powerplay. This preview covers the Old Trafford pitch, weather conditions, playing XI options, and fantasy cricket tips to sharpen your pre-match analysis.
Manchester Super Giants vs Birmingham Phoenix Match Details
Match | Manchester Super Giants vs Birmingham Phoenix | 7th Match | The Hundred Men’s Competition 2026 |
Date | 26/07/2026 (Sunday) |
Time | BDT 7:30 PM / PKT 6:30 PM / INR 7:00 PM |
Format | The Hundred |
Venue | Old Trafford, Manchester |
Recent Performance | Manchester Super Giants – W L L W W
Birmingham Phoenix – W L W L W |
MSG vs BP The Hundred Men’s Competition 2026: Live Streaming & Broadcast Info
Old Trafford, Manchester
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Manchester Super Giants vs Birmingham Phoenix Toss Prediction
Birmingham Phoenix are predicted to win the toss and elect to bowl first at Old Trafford. With dew expected to ease conditions for the batting side in the second innings, chasing is strategically appealing. Donovan Ferreira will fancy his bowlers to put pressure on MSG early, then let Phoenix’s top-order firepower chase down whatever total the Super Giants post on a surface that rewards patience early.
Old Trafford, Manchester Pitch Report
Old Trafford offers a balanced surface for The Hundred format, typically assisting seam bowlers in the first ten balls before the pitch settles into a good batting track. Scores between 120 and 150 have been competitive at this ground in The Hundred, with the powerplay phase often proving decisive. The slight variation in bounce can make batting tricky against quality seamers, but strokemakers who get through the early period tend to accelerate quickly later in the innings.
Weather Report
Manchester is expected to have overcast conditions at match time, with some light cloud cover keeping temperatures cool, typical for Old Trafford in July. A light dew may develop as the evening progresses, marginally easing conditions for the second-innings batting side. No significant rain is forecast, so a full 100-ball contest is expected. However, the cloud cover could assist swing bowlers early, making the powerplay period particularly important for both sides.
MSG vs BP Head-to-Head Records
Matches Played | 5 |
MSG Won | 2 |
BP Won | 3 |
Tied | 0 |
No Result | 0 |
First-ever Fixture | July 25, 2021 |
Most-recent Fixture | July 25, 2024 |
Manchester Super Giants vs Birmingham Phoenix Team Preview & Squads
Manchester Super Giants
Aiden Markram’s captaincy has brought composure and tactical precision to Manchester Super Giants’ campaign. He reads the game shrewdly in the field and contributes vital middle-order runs when the team needs steadiness. Back at Old Trafford, Markram will be looking to use home conditions to his advantage, particularly the natural swing the overcast Manchester sky so often provides for his seamers in the opening phase.
Tim Seifert brings an explosive wicketkeeper-batter dimension at the top of the order, and Jos Buttler, tipped as MSG’s top run-scorer and most sixes, remains the undisputed centrepiece of the batting lineup. When Buttler fires, Super Giants can post any total. The middle order features Leus du Plooy and Heinrich Klaasen, both capable of accelerating sharply inside the final 25 balls.
Gus Atkinson heads a seam attack that carries genuine pace and hostility in the powerplay, he is MSG’s biggest wicket-taking threat with the new ball under cloud cover. Noor Ahmad is the key spin option and predicted top wicket-taker for the side, providing clever variation in the middle phase. This MSG vs BP preview highlights Liam Dawson as the all-round linchpin whose economy rate and handy runs down the order often go under the radar in The Hundred format.
Manchester Super Giants Squad:
Manchester Super Giants Squad
Aiden Markram, Gus Atkinson, Sonny Baker, Jos Buttler, Liam Dawson, Leus du Plooy, Adam Finch, Tom Hartley, Max Holden, Heinrich Klaasen, Tom Moores, Tawanda Muyeye, Noor Ahmad, James Sales, George Scrimshaw, Tim Seifert, Josh Tongue, Paul Walter
Birmingham Phoenix
Donovan Ferreira has been an impressive leader for Birmingham Phoenix, marshalling a squad packed with match-winners and making bold decisions that have paid off more often than not. His ability to get the best out of Mitchell Owen and manage a deep batting lineup is the key tactical advantage Phoenix carry into this fixture. Three wins from five head-to-head meetings against Super Giants also tells you this side knows how to handle Old Trafford conditions.
Will Smeed is Phoenix’s most explosive batter and the predicted Player of the Match, his ability to take the powerplay apart makes him one of the most dangerous players in The Hundred this season. Joe Clarke, who took Player of the Match honours against Trent Rockets with 68 off 33 balls, gives Phoenix a genuine one-two punch at the top of the order that Super Giants’ bowlers will need to neutralise early or accept the consequences.
Scott Currie leads Phoenix’s pace attack with pace and control, while Usman Tariq, predicted top wicket-taker for BP, adds sharp variation and the ability to bowl in pressure overs. Saqib Mahmood’s experience with the white ball in English conditions is another significant asset, and Mitchell Owen’s all-round contribution with the bat and ball can shift momentum at critical moments. Phoenix’s bowling depth is arguably their strongest asset heading into this clash at Old Trafford.
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
MSG vs BP Prediction
Event | Manchester Super Giants | Birmingham Phoenix |
Toss Winner | – | Birmingham Phoenix |
Player of the Match | – | Will Smeed |
Top Run Scorer | Jos Buttler | Will Smeed |
Top Wicket Taker | Noor Ahmad | Usman Tariq |
Most Sixes | Jos Buttler | Will Smeed |
Predicted Score | 120+ | 130+ |
Win Probability | 47% | 53% |
Manchester Super Giants vs Birmingham Phoenix Winning Prediction
Birmingham Phoenix are tipped to win the Manchester Super Giants vs Birmingham Phoenix fixture, with a 53% win probability underpinned by stronger recent form, a superior head-to-head record, and Will Smeed looking set to deliver a match-winning performance at Old Trafford. Super Giants are far from outclassed, Buttler and Atkinson can win any match on their day, but Phoenix look the more rounded unit right now. Can Super Giants turn the head-to-head tide on home turf? Drop your take in the comments, and follow JeetBuzz for live updates, ball-by-ball stats, and expert analysis throughout this Hundred showdown.
FAQ: The Hundred Men’s Competition 2026 — 7th Match
Q: What time does the MSG vs BP 7th Hundred match start in IST?
The match begins at 7:00 PM IST on July 26, 2026.
Q: Where can I watch the Manchester Super Giants vs Birmingham Phoenix Hundred match live in India?
The match is available to stream live on Sports Live Hub (SLH).
Q: Who is predicted to be the Player of the Match in the MSG vs BP Hundred fixture?
Will Smeed of Birmingham Phoenix is predicted to be the Player of the Match in this fixture.
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.