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Oval Invincibles host Manchester Originals in the next match of the men's Hundred 2023.
The game is due to start at 6pm BST on Wednesday, August 9.
Oval Invincibles home ground is the Kia Oval in south London.
On paper, Oval Invincibles have made a positive start to their Hundred 2023 campaign, claiming victory at Lord's against London Spirit in their opening game of the season and then tying with Welsh Fire in a thrilling match at the weekend.
Despite not having lost yet, the fact that neither of these results has been convincing could be cause for concern for the Invincibles. At the weekend, the south London side put on a good show with the ball, restricting the Fire to a total of 138, largely thanks to Gus Atkinson's three-wicket haul. However, the collapse of the top order early on in the second innings had the Invincibles on the back foot once again, and it took a crucial knock from Tom Curran to bail them out, similarly to their game against the Spirit, where they relied on the experience of Sunil Narine to lead them to victory.
Manchester Originals picked up their first victory of their Hundred campaign after they defeated Birmingham Phoenix in convincing fashion. The Originals set a total of 160 runs, largely down to the powerhouse Jos Buttler, who hit 43 off 33 balls. However, there were contributions all over the Originals batting lineup from the likes of Laurie Evans, Max Holden, Jamie Overton and Usama Mir.
The Originals' bowling attack were on fire, dismantling the Phoenix. Tom Hartley shone with three wickets, but Richard Gleeson, Josh Little, and Mir also impressed.
Both the Invincibles and the Originals boast powerful top orders, which will make for a thrilling contest, particularly during the powerplay. The main man with the bat for the Originals is, of course, Jos Butler, but Phil Salt is perfectly capable of destroying an opposition attack.
Oval Invincibles take on Manchester Originals [Getty Images]
There are still tickets remaining for this match but availability is described as limited.
Tickets can be found by visiting The Hundred's website.
A bright morning in Kennington gives way to an overcast but warm afternoon. Temperatures topping out at 24 degrees Celsius.
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
No fresh injury concerns for either side.
Oval Invincibles: Jason Roy, Will Jacks, Jordan Cox, Heinrich Klaasen, Sam Curran, Sam Billings, Tom Curran, Sunil Narine, Gus Atkinson, Zak Chappell, Nathan Sowter
Manchester Originals: Phil Salt, Jos Buttler, Laurie Evans, Max Holden, Ashton Turner, Paul Walter, Jamie Overton, Usama Mir, Tom Hartley, Josh Little, Richard Gleeson
Oval Invincibles are marginal favourites at a best price of 4/5. You can get a Manchester Originals victory at 21/20.
Manchester Originals beat Birmingham Phoenix in their last outing [Getty Images]
So close to call. Oval Invincibles have been run close twice already this season and expect this to go to the wire once more. Manchester Originals could be good value for the win.
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This match is also being screened live on BBC Two, or via the BBC iPlayer and Sport website and app.
On radio, Test Match Special will have ball-by-ball commentary on 5Live Sports Extra.
The Cricketer will have post-match analysis and reaction.
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