The Hundred 2025: Match 17, MNR vs NOS Match Prediction – Who will win today’s match between MNR vs NOS?

Manchester Originals (MNR) square off against Northern Superchargers (NOS) in match No. 17 of The Hundred 2025 at Old Trafford, Manchester, on Sunday, August 17.

Phil Salt-led Manchester Originals have a very strong side, especially the batting order, but they have not been able to fire as a unit. They have suffered defeats to Southern Brave, Oval Invincibles, and Welsh Fire. Their only victory came against the London Spirit in a close game, which they won by 10 runs. The Originals are languishing at the foot of the table.

Meanwhile, Harry Brook-led Northern Superchargers have won three out of their four matches so far this season. Their victories came against Welsh Fire, Southern Brave, and Birmingham Phoenix. The Superchargers' only defeat of the season thus far came against the Trent Rockets. Brook and Co. are the league leaders.

MNR vs NOS Match Details

Old Trafford Pitch Report

Old Trafford in Manchester has hosted two games so far this season. The average first-innings score is 147. The new ball will pose a threat to batters from both sides. Swing and pace could be on offer for the fast bowlers inside the powerplay, and batters will have to be careful.

MNR vs NOS Head to Head Record

MNR vs NOS Predicted Playing XIs

Manchester Originals (MNR):

Phil Salt (C), Ben McKinney, Jos Buttler (WK), Mark Chapman, Heinrich Klaasen, Lewis Gregory, Tom Hartley, Scott Currie, Noor Ahmad, Josh Tongue, Sonny Baker.

Northern Superchargers (NOS):

Zak Crawley, Dawid Malan, Michael Pepper (WK), Harry Brook (C), David Miller, Dan Lawrence, Mitchell Santner, Tom Lawes, Matthew Potts, Adil Rashid, Jacob Duffy.

Probable Best Performers of the Match

Probable Best Batter: Zak Crawley

Zak Crawley has been impressing cricket enthusiasts with his batting acumen in white-ball cricket of late. In four matches in The Hundred 2025, he has amassed 143 runs at an average of 47.66 and a strike rate of 172.28. Crawley would want to get his team off to a blistering start on Sunday.

Probable Best Bowler: Scott Currie

Sam Currie is the leading wicket-taker this season, having accounted for eight scalps from four matches at an average of 10.87 and a strike rate of 8.75. His economy rate is a decent 7.45. The Scottish all-rounder will look to continue his purple patch in the tournament.

Today's Match Prediction: Northern Superchargers to win the match

Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.