Birmingham Phoenix players celebrating. (Twitter)
In the upcoming 19th match of The Women's Hundred 2023 season, Birmingham Phoenix will welcome Oval Invincibles to their home ground on Sunday, August 13. The two teams, Birmingham Phoenix Women and Oval Invincibles Women, have faced each other three times in the current competition. Notably, Oval Invincibles Women have emerged victorious in all three encounters, while Birmingham Phoenix Women are yet to secure a win against their opponents.
BPH-W vs OVI-W: Team Previews
Birmingham Phoenix Women
Having faced three defeats out of four matches played so far, Birmingham Phoenix will be aiming for a turnaround.
Their batting unit hinges on the proficiency of Tess Flintoff, Sophie Devine, and Amy Jones in accumulating the bulk of the runs. In the last match, Tess Flintoff exhibited commendable batting form, leading with a top score of 55 from 45 deliveries, inclusive of six boundaries. Alongside, Amy Jones contributed with 48 runs from 34 balls, comprising six boundaries, while Sophie Devine added 29 runs from 19 balls.
Coming to their bowling department, the team banks on Issy Wong, Hannah Baker, Kate Levick, Sophie Devine, Emily Arlott, and Tess Flintoff for crucial breakthroughs. In their previous match, Katie Levick, Emily Arlott, and Hannah Baker claimed two wickets apiece to showcase their talent.
Oval Invincibles Women
On the flip side, the women of Oval Invincibles also faced defeat from the hands of Northern Superchargers in their recent encounter.
With Dane Van Niekerk expected to return after sitting out the previous match, she is likely take the place of Kira Chathli in the playing XI.
Their batting strength relies on the contributions of Suzie Bates, Marizanne Kapp, Lauren Winfield-Hill, Alice Capsey, and Paige Scholfield for amassing the major share of runs.
In the last match, Cordelia Griffith showcased resilience with the bat, emerging as the top scorer with 30 runs from 15 balls, embellished by three fours and a six. Alongside, Mady Villiers added 22 runs from 19 balls, and Suzie Bates contributed 22 runs from 28 balls.
As far as their bowling is concerned, the team will look to Marizanne Kapp, Sophia Smale, Mady Villiers, Alice Capsey, Eva Gray, and Paige Scholfield to secure crucial breakthroughs. In their previous outing, Marizanne Kapp stood out as the standout bowler for Oval Invincibles, claiming two wickets.
BPH-W vs OVI-W: Match Details & Live Streaming
Date and Time | August 13, 07:30 PM IST |
Venue | Edgbaston, Birmingham |
Live Streaming and Broadcast | Sony LIV App, FanCode & Sony Ten 5 |
BPH-W vs OVI-W: Edgbaston Pitch Report
The Edgbaston pitch in Birmingham provides equal advantages to both batters and bowlers. Fast bowlers might experience initial movement from the surface with the new ball. Batters can unleash their shots comfortably once they establish themselves at the crease.
BPH-W vs OVI-W: Probable Playing XIs
Birmingham Phoenix Women: Evelyn Jones (c), Sophie Devine, Amy Jones (wk), Erin Burns, Abigail Freeborn, Tess Flintoff, Emily Arlott, Issy Wong, Sterre Kalis, Hannah Baker, Katie Levick
Oval Invincibles Women: Lauren Winfield-Hill (wk), Suzie Bates, Dan Van Niekerk (c), Alice Capsey, Marizanne Kapp, Paige Scholfield, Cordelia Griffith, Mady Villiers, Ryana Macdonald Gay, Eva Gray, Sophia Smale
BPH-W vs OVI-W: Cricket Exchange Fantasy Tips
Wicket-Keepers: Amy Jones, Lauren Winfield-Hill
Batters: Dan Van Niekerk, Alice Capsey
All-Rounders: Marizanne Kapp, Paige Scholfield, Sophie Devine, Ryana Macdonald Gay
Bowlers: Eva Gray, Katie Levick, Hannah Baker
Captain: Sophie Devine
Vice-Captain: Alice Capsey
BPH-W vs OVI-W: Winner Prediction
Looking at the current form, the defending champions Oval Invincibles will fancy their chances of beating Birmingham Phoenix women.