London Spirit vs Manchester Super Giants Betting Tips - London Spirit to win The Hundred clash against Super Giants
The Hundred 2026 kicks off with London Spirit, now under Liam Livingstone, taking on Manchester Super Giants. Spirit are tipped for victory, boasting a well-balanced squad and a favorable 3-2 record in the last five head-to-heads. Key players to watch include Lhuan-dre Pretorius and Adam Zampa for Spirit, while Jos Buttler and Heinrich Klaasen headline for the Super Giants. Odds favor Spirit, with Pretorius and Zampa predicted to deliver standout performances. Both teams feature revamped lineups, ensuring an exciting start to the season.
- London Spirit tipped to win opening game vs Manchester Super Giants.
- Key players: Pretorius, Zampa (Spirit); Klaasen, Baker (Super Giants).
- Both teams feature revamped squads and star-studded lineups for 2026.
London Spirit come into the 2026 The Hundred with a well rounded squad. They are backed to win their opening fixture.
- Key Stats - Spirit Backed
- London Spirit Hold H2H Lead
- London Spirit well Balanced Outfit
- Manchester Super Giants Strong 2025
- Team News & Predicted Lineups
Key Stats - Spirit Backed
- London Spirit’s Lhuan-dre Pretorius has scored 87, 66 & 102* in his last 9 knocks.
- London Spirit’s Jonny Bairstow has scores of 66, 28 & 32 in his last 5 innings.
- London Spirit’s Adam Zampa has figures of 3/18, 1/39 & 2/22 in 3 matches.
- Manchester Super Giants’ Heinrich Klaasen has scored 69, 47 & 51 in 5 matches.
- Manchester Super Giants’ Jos Buttler has scores of 131 & 41* in his last 4 innings.
- Manchester Super Giants’ Sonny Baker has taken 5/24 & 5/22 in his last 3 matches.
London Spirit Hold H2H Lead
London Spirit lead 3-2 in their last five matches agaisnt the Manchester Super Giants (previously known as Manchester Originals).
London Spirit well Balanced Outfit
Jonny Bairstow looks a strong option to open, possibly alongside Kiran Carlson, while Lhuan-dre Pretorius and James Rew offer alternatives. The absence of Jamie Smith is notable after his useful contributions at the top last season.
Dewald Brevis will be one to watch in the middle order. The South African power-hitter can make a major impact on a surface that should suit his attacking style. He will link up with Liam Livingstone, while David Willey and Jamie Overton are likely to finish the innings.
Willey and Overton should also lead the seam attack, supported by Tymal Mills, Adam Milne and Andrew Tye. Adam Zampa brings experience as the main spin option, with Livingstone also able to contribute through the middle overs.
Manchester Super Giants Strong 2025
Noor Ahmed, Sonny Baker and Josh Tongue all took wickets in that match and have been retained for the new season. They will again be important as Manchester look to maintain their edge over London Spirit.
The bowling unit has plenty of options, with Liam Dawson joining the squad and Gus Atkinson adding all-round value. Their batting also looks stronger with Tim Seifert arriving to boost the top order.
Aiden Markram takes over as captain and could open with Seifert, followed by Jos Buttler, Leus du Plooy and Heinrich Klaasen. With Dawson and Atkinson likely to slot in at six and seven, Manchester have a strong-looking lineup with depth in both departments.
Team News & Predicted Lineups
London Spirit have made major squad changes for 2026, with Liam Livingstone taking over as captain and several key names from last season, including Kane Williamson, Jamie Smith, David Warner and Ollie Pope, no longer involved.
Manchester Super Giants have kept more of their core, with Josh Tongue and Sonny Baker in the attack and Jos Buttler and Heinrich Klaasen adding power to the batting.
Liam Dawson’s move from London Spirit to Manchester Super Giants adds extra intrigue after his match-winning spell at Lord’s last season.
London Spirit (possible XI): Jonny Bairstow, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Dewald Pretorius, Liam Livingstone (c), Jamie Overton, David Willey, James Coles, Adam Milne, Tymal Mills, Adam Zampa, Henry Crocombe.
Manchester Super Giants (possible XI): Tim Seifert, Aiden Markram (c), Jos Buttler, Leus du Plooy, Heinrich Klaasen, Liam Dawson, Gus Atkinson, Josh Tongue, Noor Ahmed, Sonny Baker, George Scrimshaw.
Verdict
London Spirit are tipped to win at odds of 1.76, with Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Adam Zampa, Heinrich Klaasen and Sonny Baker backed to star with bat and ball.
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