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The stage is set for a thrilling encounter at Lord’s as the London Spirit take on the Birmingham Phoenix. Both teams have showcased explosive batting and clinical bowling, making this clash a potential blockbuster.
The Spirit, buoyed by home advantage, will look to their star-studded batting lineup to set the tone. However, their bowling unit will need to be at their sharpest to contain the Phoenix’s formidable batting order. Birmingham, on the other hand, will rely on their big-hitting prowess and disciplined bowling to secure a victory.
With two evenly-matched sides vying for supremacy, fans can expect a high-scoring encounter filled with breathtaking shots and crucial wickets. The outcome of this match could significantly impact the tournament standings, adding extra spice to the contest.
The Hundred Men’s 2024, LNS vs BPH, Match 5
- Date and Time: July 27, 2024; 11 pm IST, 5:30 pm GMT
- Venue: The Lord’s, London
The Lord’s Pitch Report
The Lord’s pitch for the Spirit vs Phoenix clash is expected to offer something for both bat and ball. With the short format in mind, the surface is likely to be on the firmer side, providing good carry for the pacers. There could be some early movement with the new ball, making it challenging for openers.
As the game progresses, the pitch is expected to quicken up, aiding stroke play. However, the bowlers will need to be precise in their lines and lengths to prevent big hits. Spinners might find some purchase later in the innings, but it’s unlikely to be a dominant factor. Overall, it’s a batting-friendly track, with the team winning the toss likely opting to bowl first to exploit the conditions with the new ball.
LNS vs BPH Dream11 Prediction Picks
- Wicketkeeper: Michael-Kyle Pepper
- Batters: Liam Livingstone, Daniel Lawrence
- All-rounders: Ravi Bopara, Andre Russell, Moeen Ali, Benny Howell
- Bowlers: Tim Southee, Adam Milne, Sean Abbott, Nathan Ellis
LNS vs BPH Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain
Choice 1: Andre Russell (c), Moeen Ali (vc)
Choice 2: Liam Livingstone (c), Adam Milne (vc)
LNS vs BPH Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Liam Dawson, Rishi Patel, Adam Rossington, Shimron Hetmyer
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LNS vs BPH Dream11 Team for today’s match (July 27, 2024, 05:30 pm GMT)
Squads
London Spirit Squad: Daniel Bell-Drummond, Adam Rossington(wk), Michael-Kyle Pepper, Daniel Lawrence (c), Ravi Bopara, Shimron Hetmyer, Andre Russell, Liam Dawson, Nathan Ellis, Olly Stone, Daniel Worrall, James Neesham, Matthew Critchley, MD Taylor, Ryan Higgins, Richard Gleeson
Birmingham Phoenix Squad: Rishi Patel, Aneurin Donald(wk), Liam Livingstone, Dan Mousley, Moeen Ali (c), Jacob Bethell, Benny Howell, Sean Abbott, Adam Milne, Tom Helm, Tim Southee, Louis Kimber, James Fuller
