Cricket Highlights, August 11: The Hundred 2024 (Match 27) – Northern Superchargers vs Manchester Originals

Northern Superchargers vs Manchester Originals (Match 27) – Highlights

In this article, we will discuss the intense 27th match of The Hundred Men’s Competition, where Northern Superchargers secured a nail-biting seven-wicket win over Manchester Originals at Old Trafford. The match saw Manchester Originals post a challenging total of 152/7, with Phil Salt’s 61 leading the way. However, Nicholas Pooran’s explosive unbeaten 66 off 33 balls turned the tide in favor of the Superchargers, who chased down the target with just three balls to spare. This victory not only kept the Superchargers in the hunt for the knock-out stages but also highlighted Pooran’s crucial role in their campaign.

Northern Superchargers clinched a thrilling seven-wicket victory over Manchester Originals in the 27th match of The Hundred Men’s Competition at Old Trafford. Chasing a target of 153, Nicholas Pooran starred with a blistering 66* off 33 balls, guiding the Superchargers to 156/3 with three balls to spare. 

Earlier, Manchester Originals posted 152/7, with Phil Salt top-scoring with 61. Mitchell Santner impressed with the ball, taking 3/24 for the Superchargers. Pooran’s match-winning knock earned him the Player of the Match award, keeping his team’s hopes alive for the knock-out stages.

Nicholas Pooran delivered a stunning performance, blasting 66 off just 33 balls with eight towering sixes, to lead Northern Superchargers to a thrilling seven-wicket victory over Manchester Originals in The Hundred. 

However, the win was overshadowed by a potential hamstring injury to England’s Test captain, Ben Stokes, which raises concerns ahead of the upcoming series against Sri Lanka, starting on August 21 in Manchester. Stokes is scheduled for scans on Monday to assess the severity of the injury.

Pooran, who has been in exceptional form throughout the tournament, entered the fray at a precarious 29 for 2, with the Superchargers needing over 100 runs to win after Phil Salt propelled Manchester Originals to a formidable 156 for 3. 

Despite the challenging situation, Pooran’s explosive knock kept his team in contention, ultimately securing victory 62 balls later and keeping the Superchargers’ playoff hopes alive.

The match had swung in favor of the Originals at several points, particularly when Salt led them to the highest-ever powerplay score, and again during the Superchargers’ chase when they required 124 from the final 60 balls. 

However, the Superchargers’ spinners managed to slow down the Originals’ scoring, keeping the chase within reach. Pooran, alongside Harry Brook and Adam Hose, delivered a superb batting display to clinch the win.

The day featured top-quality batting, aided by a pitch at Emirates Old Trafford that offered plenty for the batters. After a similar high-scoring encounter in the women’s game earlier, Phil Salt and Max Holden gave the Originals a strong start, reaching 86 for 2 by the 34th ball. But the Superchargers managed to rein in the Originals’ momentum, giving themselves a fighting chance at the halfway mark.

Andrew Flintoff’s Superchargers benefited from Pooran’s heroics, as he once again showcased his ability to take on bowlers with ease, receiving vital support from Brook and Hose. This win means the Superchargers must now defeat London Spirit at Headingley on Tuesday to secure a spot in the knock-out stages.

Northern Superchargers vs Manchester Originals Scoreboard

Manchester Originals – 152/7 (100/100 balls)

Northern Superchargers – 156/3 (97/100 balls)

Result – N S-Chargers won by 7 wickets (with 3 balls remaining)

Player of the match – Nicholas Pooran

Nicholas Pooran

Northern Superchargers vs Manchester Originals Playing Eleven

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