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Kennington Oval is set to host a thrilling encounter as the Oval Invincibles take on the Southern Brave in match 22 of The Hundred Men’s 2024. Both teams boast formidable lineups, making this a contest that promises fireworks.
The Invincibles, with their explosive batting order featuring the likes of Will Jacks, Dawid Malan, and Jordan Cox, will look to set the tone early. The experience of Sam Billings and Sam Curran adds depth to their batting, while their bowling attack, led by the likes of Nathan Sowter, Adam Zampa, and Saqib Mahmood, is equally potent.
Southern Brave, led by the ever-reliable James Vince, will be eager to bounce back. The inclusion of Kieron Pollard and Jofra Archer adds significant firepower to their squad. Their bowling unit, featuring the likes of Chris Jordan, Craig Overton, and Akeal Hosein, is capable of defending any total.
The Hundred Men’s 2024, OVI vs SOB, Match 22
- Date and Time: August 8, 2024; 11:00 pm IST, 06:30 pm Local Time, 05:30 pm GMT
- Venue: Kennington Oval, London
Kennington Oval Pitch Report
The Kennington Oval pitch is generally batting-friendly. It offers good carry and bounce, allowing batters to freely play their shots. The short boundaries at the venue also contribute to high-scoring encounters.
- Batters’ Paradise: Expect a run-fest as the ball comes nicely onto the bat.
- Pace Advantage: Fast bowlers might find some early movement with the new ball.
- Spinners Struggle: Spinners could find it tough to grip and extract turn from the pitch.
Overall, teams batting first are likely to have an advantage. However, with both Oval Invincibles and Southern Brave boasting strong batting lineups, the match promises to be a high-scoring thriller.
OVI vs SOB Dream11 Prediction Picks
- Wicketkeeper: Sam Billings
- Batters: James Vince
- All-rounders: Chris Jordan, Craig Overton, Sam Curran, Will Jacks
- Bowlers: Adam Zampa, Tymal Mills, Akeal Hosein, Nathan Sowter, Jofra Archer
OVI vs SOB Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain
Choice 1: Sam Curran (c), Will Jacks (vc)
Choice 2: Adam Zampa (c), James Vince (vc)
OVI vs SOB Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Alex Davies, Dawid Malan, Kieron Pollard, Danny Briggs
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OVI vs SOB Dream11 Team for today’s match (August 8, 05:30 pm GMT)
Squads
Oval Invincibles: Will Jacks, Dawid Malan, Jordan Cox, Sam Billings(w/c), Sam Curran, Donovan Ferreira, Tom Curran, Tom Lammonby, Nathan Sowter, Adam Zampa, Spencer Johnson, Tawanda Muyeye, Harrison Ward, Saqib Mahmood, Mark Watt, Marchant de Lange
Southern Brave: Alex Davies(w), James Vince(c), Leus du Plooy, James Coles, Laurie Evans, Kieron Pollard, Chris Jordan, Craig Overton, Akeal Hosein, Danny Briggs, Tymal Mills, Daniel Hughes, Joe Weatherley, George Garton, Jofra Archer, Rehan Ahmed, Andre Fletcher