The Hundred 2025 men’s competition gets even more exciting with Match 2 between Manchester Originals (MNR) and Southern Brave (SOB) at Old Trafford, Manchester, on Wednesday, August 6, 2025.
The Originals had a disappointing 2024 campaign, finishing seventh, but with match-winners like Jos Buttler and Phil Salt, they will be aiming to get off to a strong start.
Southern Brave, runners-up in 2024, look more dangerous than ever under James Vince and are considered early title contenders.
Match Details- MNR vs SOB
- Manchester Originals vs Southern Brave, 2nd Match – The Hundred
- Date: Wednesday, 6 August 2025
- Time: 11:00 PM IST
- Venue: Old Trafford, Manchester
- Watch Live: Sony Sports Network, SonyLIV app and website, FanCode
Pitch Report
The Old Trafford pitch is balanced. Batsmen can score freely once they settle in, but spinners will play a key role in the middle overs. Fast bowlers who change pace can take advantage of the conditions under lights. Par Score: 150-160.
Players to Watch- Manchester Originals vs Southern Brave
Manchester Originals
- Jos Buttler: World-class opener with explosive batting.
- Phil Salt: Aggressive opening batsman, perfect for fantasy captaincy.
- Scott Currie: Wicket-taking bowler who can score runs in the powerplay and death overs as well.
Southern Brave
- James Vince: Brilliant top order batsman, top scorer last season.
- Chris Jordan: Death overs specialist and useful lower order batsman.
- Tymal Mills: A very good left-handed bowler, he has good variations in his bowling
MNR vs SOB Dream11 Fantasy Teams
Dream11 Team 1
- Wicketkeeper: Jos Buttler, Finn Allen
- Batting: James Vince, Phil Salt, Jason Roy
- All Rounders: James Coles, Lewis Gregory, Jordan Thompson
- Bowling: Noor Ahmed, Chris Jordan, Tymal Mills
- Captain: Jos Buttler
- Vice-Captain: James Vince
Dream11 Team 2
- Wicketkeeper: Heinrich Klaasen, Jos Buttler
- Batting: James Vince, Jason Roy, Mark Chapman
- All Rounders: Lewis Gregory, Jordan Thompson, Scott Curry
- Bowling: Noor Ahmed, Chris Jordan, James Anderson
- Captain: Jason Roy
- Vice-Captain: Heinrich Klaasen
Prediction
SportsSync Experts’ Opinion: The Southern Brave’s depth and form give them the edge. Hopefully, they will start their 2025 campaign with a confident win over Manchester Originals.
