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The pinnacle clash of The Hundred tournament is scheduled for Sunday (August 27), where Oval Invincibles (OVI) and Manchester Originals (MNR) will lock horns in a thrilling showdown at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground in London.
The Invincibles, having consistently dominated the competition, have earned the coveted top position on the points table, affording them a direct passage to this highly anticipated final encounter. In their recent outing against Trent Rockets (TRT), the Invincibles showcased their prowess by securing a hard-fought 5-wicket triumph.
Conversely, the Originals, after facing a challenging journey, have secured their berth in the final. Their path was marked by a resounding victory in the Eliminator match, where they prevailed against the formidable Southern Brave (SOB), solidifying their position as worthy contenders for The Hundred championship.
The Hundred 2023, Final Match:
- Date and time: August 27, 2023, Sunday; 05:00 pm GMT | 06:00 pm local | 10:30 pm IST
- Venue: Lord’s, London
Lord’s Pitch Report
Lord’s Cricket Ground boasts excellent pitch conditions, setting the stage for a high-scoring final game tonight. Dealing with spin bowlers on this pitch can be quite a challenge, adding an exciting dimension to the contest. Opting to win the toss and defend the score in this high-pressure summit clash would be a prudent decision.
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OVI vs MNR Dream11 Prediction Picks:
- Wicketkeepers: Jos Buttler, Sam Billings, Phil Salt
- Batters: Jason Roy, Laurie Evans, Will Jacks
- All-rounders: Jamie Overton, Tom Curran, Sam Curran, Paul Walter
- Bowlers: Nathan Sowter, Tom Hartley
OVI vs MNR Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:
Choice 1: Jos Buttler (c), Will Jacks (vc)
Choice 2: Sam Curran (c), Phil Salt (vc)
OVI vs MNR Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Sunil Narine, Heinrich Klaasen, Gus Atkinson, Mitchell Stanley
OVI vs MNR Dream11 Team for today’s match (Aug 27, 5:00 pm GMT):
Squads:
Oval Invincibles
Sam Curran, Sunil Narine (Adam Zampa from August 13), Will Jacks, Jason Roy, Tom Curran, Sam Billings, Tom Lawes, Heinrich Klaasen (Jimmy Neesham from August 20), Ross Whiteley, Jordan Cox, Gus Atkinson, Spencer Johnson, Danny Briggs, Nathan Sowter, Zak Chappell, Tawanda Muyeye
Manchester Originals
Jos Buttler, Usama Mir, Phil Salt, Laurie Evans, Ashton Turner, Jamie Overton, Tom Hartley, Richard Gleeson, Paul Walter, Josh Tongue, Josh Little (Zaman Khan between August 16 and knockout rounds), Wayne Madsen, Tom Lammonby, Mitchell Stanley, Max Holden, Ben Raine
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