The Hundred Men's 2026: Match 5, SRL vs SOB Match Prediction – Who will win today’s Hundred match between Sunrisers Leeds vs Southern Brave?

Both teams have lost their opening fixture in The Hundred 2026.

By CricTracker Staff

Updated - 24 Jul 2026, 11:55 IST

5 Min Read

Sunrisers Leeds will face Southern Brave in a crucial Men’s Hundred 2026 clash on July 25 at Headingley, Leeds. Both teams will be eager to bounce back after losing their opening matches of the season.

Sunrisers Leeds suffered a seven-wicket defeat to MI London in their tournament opener. Mitchell Marsh impressed with the bat, while Brydon Carse delivered a promising performance with the ball. The rest of the squad will be looking to step up as Sunrisers aim to register their first victory of the campaign.

Southern Brave also endured a disappointing start, going down to Welsh Fire by six wickets in their opening fixture. David Miller led the batting effort with a valuable knock, while Nikhil Chaudhary was the standout performer with the ball. The Brave will be determined to put in a stronger all-round display and open their account with a win.


SRL vs SOB: Match Details

Match Sunrisers Leeds vs Southern Brave, Match 5, The Hundred Men's 2026
Date and Time (IST) Saturday, July 25, 2026, 7:00 PM (IST)
Venue
Headingley, Leeds
Broadcast and Live-Streaming Star Sports Network and JioHotstar (App & Website)

Headingley, Leeds: Pitch Report

The Headingley surface in Leeds is expected to provide an even contest between bat and ball. Batters who spend some time in the middle can make the most of the consistent bounce and quick outfield, while seamers are likely to extract movement with the new ball, especially under overcast conditions. As the innings progresses, stroke-making becomes easier, and the relatively short boundaries can help teams post or chase imposing totals.


SRL vs SOB: Head-to-Head Record

Matches Played 05
Won by SRL 04
Won by SOB 01
First-Ever Fixture August 7, 2021
Most-Recent Fixture August 13, 2025

SRL vs SOB: Predicted Playing 11s

Sunrisers Leeds:

Ryan Rickelton (wk), Mitchell Marsh, Zak Crawley (c), Harry Brook, Dan Lawrence, Tom Alsop, Benny Howell, Brydon Carse, Matthew Potts, Nathan Ellis, Abrar Ahmed

Southern Brave:

Jamie Smith (wk), Ben McKinney, Thomas Rew, David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Nikhil Chaudhary, Chris Jordan (c), Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Luke Wood, Daniel Worrall


SRL vs SOB: Probable Best Performers of the Match

Probable Best Batter: Mitchell Marsh

Mitchell Marsh. (Source:Gettyimages)

Mitchell Marsh could be the key batter in this clash. He made a brisk 41 off 27 balls in Sunrisers Leeds' opening game, providing his side with a solid platform. If he gets going at the top once again, his aggressive stroke play and ability to score quickly could have a significant impact on the outcome of the match.


Probable Best Bowler: Nikhil Chaudhary

Nikhil Chaudhary (Source:ECB via Getty Images

Nikhil Chaudhary could be the key bowler in this clash. He picked up two crucial wickets in the opening match, dismissing Rachin Ravindra and Jordan Cox. His ability to strike in the middle overs and break partnerships makes him a vital asset for Southern Brave, and he will look to deliver another match-winning spell.


Today's Match Prediction: Chasing team to win the match

SL

vs

SOB

The Hundred Mens

Match Information

vs
Jul 25, 2026
Headingley, Leeds, Leeds
01:30 PM

Second To Bat

Powerplay: 40-50
140-150

Second To Bat

Powerplay: 35-45
135-145

Win Probability

SL 50%
SOB 50%

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.

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