MNR-W vs LNS-W Match Prediction The Women's Hundred 2025 9th Match: Match Preview, Pitch Report and Who will win Today’s Match?

MNR-W vs LNS-W Match Preview

August 9, Manchester Originals Women edged out Oval Invincibles Women in a nail-biting finish in their The Women’s Hundred 2025 match. They set a target of 139 at the Kia Oval, thanks to a fantastic 70 from Beth Mooney. Oval's chase was close, with Meg Lanning scoring 56 and Lauren Winfield-Hill adding 33, but they fell short by only two runs. The match came down to the very last ball, and Manchester Originals held their nerve to secure their first win of the season in a dramatic fashion.

London Spirit Women pulled off a thrilling two-run win against Welsh Fire Women in The Hundred 2025. Starting off first, London Spirit got to 124 runs, with Charli Knott putting up a great 47. When Welsh Fire were chasing, they looked pretty comfortable at 73 for 1, but a flurry of wickets changed everything. 

Welsh Fire were just 24 runs away in the last 20 balls with eight wickets left, but their chance slipped right through their fingers. Grace Harris kept her cool and managed to defend those final seven runs in the last five balls, helping London Spirit hang on for a narrow victory with Welsh Fire falling just short at 122 for 5.

MNR-W vs LNS-W Recent Form

Both the sides are now coming into this match with a win in their respective match. Compared to the Manchester Originals Women, the London Spirit Women's team is performing way better at the moment.

In their last five matches, the Manchester Originals Women have won only 2 matches and lost 3 games. As for the London Spirit Women, they have won all of their last five matches, including 2 wins in a row this season.

MNR-W vs LNS-W Head-to-Head in The Women's Hundred

The Manchester Originals Women and the London Spirit Women have played a total of three matches against each other. And it is the visitors London Spirit who have been the better side in this rivalry. The London franchise has won 2 matches while the other match between the two teams was abandoned due to bad weather.

Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester Pitch Report

The pitch at Emirates Old Trafford in Manchester during The Women’s Hundred 2025 has turned out to be pretty balanced, giving both batters and bowlers a fair shot. Early on, pacers can take advantage of the swing and seam, but as the ball gets softer, batting becomes a bit easier with true bounce and good carry. Spin bowlers tend to do well in the middle to later stages, and stats show they’ve taken most of the wickets at this venue. Teams chasing have had success here, so captains often choose to bowl first.

MNR-W vs LNS-W Predicted Playing XI

Manchester Originals Women: Phil Salt (C), Matthew Hurst, Jos Buttler, Heinrich Klaasen, Mark Chapman, Lewis Gregory, Scott Currie, Noor Ahmad, James Anderson, Sonny Baker, Farhan Ahmed.

London Spirit Women: Georgia Redmayne, Kira Chathli, Cordelia Griffiths, Grace Harris, Charli Knott, Danielle Gibson, Isabelle Wong, Charlie Dean (C), Sarah Glenn, Eva Gray, Tara Norris.

MNR-W vs LNS-W Key Performers

Manchester Originals Women Top Batter: Beth Mooney

Beth Mooney is really making waves as Manchester Originals Women's top batter in The Women's Hundred 2025. Just recently, she shined against Oval Invincibles Women by smashing 70 off 45 balls, which helped Manchester set a solid total of 139 for 6. Throughout the tournament, Mooney's already scored 71 runs, proving she's key to their success.

Manchester Originals Women Top Bowler: Amelia Kerr

In The Women’s Hundred 2025, Amelia Kerr has been a crucial bowler for Manchester Originals Women, claiming 2 wickets in her first 2 games. Just recently, she grabbed an important wicket that really made a difference.

London Spirit Women Top Batter: Grace Harris

Grace Harris has been leading the charge for London Spirit Women in The Women’s Hundred 2025. She’s racked up 107 runs so far, making her the top scorer for her team. In their latest match vs the Welsh Fire Women, she added an important 18 runs. Her consistent and bold batting style has really boosted the Spirit’s chances this season.

London Spirit Women Top Bowler: Isabelle Wong

Isabelle Wong is the Spirit Women’s top bowler to watch out for in this The Women's Hundred 2025 match. She’s got 3 wickets over 2 matches so far, and her latest performance against Welsh Fire Women was impressive as she took a crucial wicket that helped curb the other team’s momentum. Her pace and ability to strike at just the right moments make her a vital part of the Spirit’s bowling squad, consistently grabbing those breakthroughs.

Manchester Originals Women vs London Spirit Women Today Match Prediction

Looking ahead to The Hundred 2025, the match between Manchester Originals Women and London Spirit Women promises some intense cricket. Manchester Originals rely on the likes of Beth Mooney, who played a brilliant knock in the last match, while there are big expectations from bowlers like Amelia Kerr. Their narrow victory against Oval Invincibles really highlighted their fighting spirit. 

Meanwhile, London Spirit Women secured a close two-run victory over Welsh Fire Women, with Charli Knott and Grace Harris delivering notable performances on the day. They have now won both of their opening two matches of the season. Fans can expect a competitive and thrilling game between these two talented sides. With the defending champions, London Spirit Women, kicking off their season with two wins already, they’re looking like the team to beat in this match.