The Hundred Men's 2025: Match 18, BPH vs LNS Match Prediction – Who will win today’s match between BPH vs OVI?

Published - 16 Aug 2025, 18:55 IST | Updated - 16 Aug 2025, 18:56 IST

Birmingham Phoenix (BPH) lock horns with London Spirit (LNS) in match No. 18 of The Hundred Men's 2025 at Edgbaston, Birmingham, on Sunday, August 17.

Birmingham Phoenix are struggling at No. 7 on the points table. They started their campaign with two defeats before winning an encounter against Oval Invincibles. Phoenix lost their most recent fixture against Northern Superchargers by 36 runs.

London Spirit, on the other hand, have won two and lost as many in four matches. Kane Williamson and Co. started with a defeat to Oval Invincibles before beating Welsh Fire. In their last two fixtures, they have lost to Manchester Originals before sealing victory versus London Spirit.

Edgbaston, Birmingham, is expected to produce a high-scoring encounter. The new-ball bowlers will have to make early inroads. Batting second could be the better option at this venue. Scoreboard pressure could be critical.

Will Smeed, Ben Duckett, Joe Clarke (WK), Liam Livingstone (C), Jacob Bethell, Louis Kimber, Benny Howell, Adam Milne, Tim Southee, Trent Boult, Chris Wood.

Jamie Smith (WK), David Warner, Kane Williamson (C), Ashton Turner, Ollie Pope, Jamie Overton, Sean Dickson, Liam Dawson, Luke Wood, Richard Gleeson, Daniel Worrall.

Liam Livingstone has played four innings so far in the tournament. He has scored 166 runs at an average of 55.33 and a strike rate of 155.14. The experienced all-rounder will look to play a captain's knock on Sunday.

Benny Howell has played four matches so far. He has picked up five wickets at an average of 19.40 and a strike rate of 14. The 36-year-old will play a critical role through the middle phase of the innings and look to take important wickets while being economical.

Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.