MI London vs Manchester Super Giants Fantasy Cricket Preview: Best Picks & Prediction — The Hundred 2026 Match 18
MI London take on Manchester Super Giants in The Hundred 2026 at The Kia Oval on August 2, 2026, with play starting at 10:30 PM IST. MIL arrive with 2 wins from their last 4, MSG with 2 from 3. Innings at this ground have averaged 142 across 4 completed matches. Jos Buttler is the form pick of the two squads with 169 runs in 3 matches. Below: the full suggested fantasy XI, captain and vice-captain picks, pitch report, head-to-head record and recent form for both sides.
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The Kia Oval has averaged 142 runs an innings this season, from 4 completed matches. Totals have ranged from 107 to 165, so par is worth judging on the day rather than from the fixture list. MIL have played 2 matches here in The Hundred 2026, averaging 154 and winning 1 of 2 with a best of 164.
Tip: Always check the official playing XI announced on match day before finalising your fantasy team — last-minute changes happen.
Team Assessment
MI London have been inconsistent lately (2W in their last 4) — which version turns up is the question.
Manchester Super Giants are in strong recent T20 form (2W in their last 3) — confidence will be high.
Key Players to Watch
Richard Gleeson has 8 wickets in 4 matches for MIL in The Hundred 2026, averaging 70.3 fantasy points a game and with a best of 159.
90 runs and 4 wickets in 3 matches in The Hundred 2026 makes Sam Curran one of MIL's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 89.3 fantasy points a game and with a best of 171.
Will Jacks brings 133 runs in 4 matches to this fixture for MIL, averaging 59 fantasy points a game and with a best of 118.
Trent Boult has 1 run and 5 wickets in 4 matches for MIL in The Hundred 2026, averaging 58 fantasy points a game and with a best of 85.
169 runs in 3 matches in The Hundred 2026 makes Jos Buttler one of MSG's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 99 fantasy points a game and with a best of 158.
Sonny Baker brings 5 wickets in 3 matches to this fixture for MSG, averaging 59 fantasy points a game and with a best of 79.
Tim Seifert has 96 runs in 3 matches for MSG in The Hundred 2026, averaging 58.7 fantasy points a game and with a best of 110.
15 runs and 4 wickets in 3 matches in The Hundred 2026 makes Liam Dawson one of MSG's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 57 fantasy points a game and with a best of 127.
Fantasy Cricket Picks
169 runs in 3 matches for MSG in The Hundred 2026 at 99 points a game — a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.
8 wickets in 4 matches for MIL in The Hundred 2026 at 70.3 points a game — a high-floor pick. Strong 1.5× value.
Must Picks
8 wickets in 4 matches for MIL in The Hundred 2026 at 70.3 points a game — a high-floor pick.
90 runs and 4 wickets in 3 matches for MIL in The Hundred 2026 at 89.3 points a game — a high-floor pick.
169 runs in 3 matches for MSG in The Hundred 2026 at 99 points a game — a high-floor pick.
5 wickets in 3 matches for MSG in The Hundred 2026 at 59 points a game — a high-floor pick.
Differential Picks (Grand League)
In The Hundred 2026, Nicholas Pooran has already posted a single-match best of 157 fantasy points against a 55.8-point average — a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.
In The Hundred 2026, Liam Dawson has already posted a single-match best of 127 fantasy points against a 57-point average — a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.
Suggested Fantasy XI
Match Prediction
Both sides come in evenly matched on paper — back the team that adapts fastest to conditions on the day.
This XI leans 7-4 towards MIL, which is a deliberate bet rather than a hedge — Jos Buttler takes the armband, so if MIL are rolled over cheaply your score goes with them. If you want to de-risk it, swap one MIL middle-order batter for the equivalent slot on the other side before the toss.
Match Trivia
The highest individual score at The Kia Oval in The Hundred 2026 is Will Jacks's 65 off 44 balls.
The best bowling figures at The Kia Oval in The Hundred 2026 are Richard Gleeson's 4/25.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win MI London vs Manchester Super Giants?
Both sides come in evenly matched on paper — back the team that adapts fastest to conditions on the day.
Who should be captain for MI London vs Manchester Super Giants in fantasy cricket?
Jos Buttler is the top captain pick, with Richard Gleeson as vice-captain. 169 runs in 3 matches for MSG in The Hundred 2026 at 99 points a game — a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.
What is the pitch report for The Kia Oval?
The Kia Oval has averaged 142 runs an innings this season, from 4 completed matches. Totals have ranged from 107 to 165, so par is worth judging on the day rather than from the fixture list. MIL have played 2 matches here in The Hundred 2026, averaging 154 and winning 1 of 2 with a best of 164.
When is MI London vs Manchester Super Giants?
MI London vs Manchester Super Giants is scheduled for August 2, 2026 at 10:30 PM IST, The Kia Oval.
What is the head-to-head record between MI London and Manchester Super Giants?
No completed head-to-head meetings between MIL and MSG are on record yet — this is a fresh contest.
How have MI London and Manchester Super Giants been performing recently?
MI London have been inconsistent lately (2W in their last 4) — which version turns up is the question. Manchester Super Giants are in strong recent T20 form (2W in their last 3) — confidence will be high.
Who is a good differential pick for MI London vs Manchester Super Giants?
Nicholas Pooran (MIL) — In The Hundred 2026, Nicholas Pooran has already posted a single-match best of 157 fantasy points against a 55.8-point average — a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.
Are there any notable stats for MI London vs Manchester Super Giants?
The highest individual score at The Kia Oval in The Hundred 2026 is Will Jacks's 65 off 44 balls. The best bowling figures at The Kia Oval in The Hundred 2026 are Richard Gleeson's 4/25.
What's a good fantasy XI for MI London vs Manchester Super Giants?
A balanced XI built from both squads: Jos Buttler, Will Jacks, James Vince, Sherfane Rutherford, Sam Curran, Tom Curran, Richard Gleeson, Trent Boult, Sonny Baker, Tim Seifert, Liam Dawson. Adjust based on the confirmed playing XI closer to the toss.
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