MSG vs BPH Fantasy Cricket Preview: Best Picks & Prediction — The Hundred 2026 Match 7
Manchester Super Giants take on Birmingham Phoenix in The Hundred 2026 at Old Trafford on July 26, 2026, with play starting at 7:30 PM IST. MSG arrive with 5 wins from their last 5, BPH with 0 from 5. MSG hold the edge in their recent meetings, 1–0. Innings at this ground have averaged 153 across 4 completed matches. Tim Seifert is the form pick of the two squads with 394 runs in 10 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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MSG posted 187/5 (20 Ov) and then bowled out BPH to win. MSG won by 87 runs by 87 runs. Jos Buttler was the standout batter, scoring 90 off 50 balls. Liam Dawson led the bowling attack with 3/15. Jos Buttler was named Player of the Match.
Old Trafford has averaged 153 runs an innings in The Hundred 2026, from 4 completed matches. Totals have ranged from 100 to 187, so par is worth judging on the day rather than from the fixture list. MSG have played 4 matches here in The Hundred 2026, averaging 153 and winning 3 of 4 with a best of 187. BPH have played 1 match here in The Hundred 2026, averaging 100.
Tip: Always check the official playing XI announced on match day before finalising your fantasy team, because last-minute changes happen.
Team Assessment
Manchester Super Giants are in strong recent T20 form (5W in their last 5) — confidence will be high.
Birmingham Phoenix are still looking for a win in their last 5 T20 outings — a response is due.
Key Players to Watch
394 runs in 10 matches in The Hundred 2026 makes Tim Seifert one of MSG's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 73.5 fantasy points a game and with a best of 157.
Jos Buttler brings 334 runs in 10 matches to this fixture for MSG, averaging 67.4 fantasy points a game and with a best of 158.
Josh Tongue has 9 runs and 14 wickets in 10 matches for MSG in The Hundred 2026, averaging 55.6 fantasy points a game and with a best of 159.
21 runs and 12 wickets in 10 matches in The Hundred 2026 makes Gus Atkinson one of MSG's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 52.7 fantasy points a game and with a best of 119.
Joe Clarke brings 291 runs and 1 wicket in 10 matches to this fixture for BPH, averaging 57.4 fantasy points a game and with a best of 147.
Rehan Ahmed has 105 runs and 7 wickets in 8 matches for BPH in The Hundred 2026, averaging 54 fantasy points a game and with a best of 129.
81 runs and 3 wickets in 8 matches in The Hundred 2026 makes Mitchell Owen one of BPH's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 35.9 fantasy points a game and with a best of 56.
Sean Dickson brings 158 runs in 8 matches to this fixture for BPH, averaging 35.8 fantasy points a game and with a best of 105.
Fantasy Cricket Picks
394 runs in 10 matches for MSG in The Hundred 2026 at 73.5 points a game — a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.
291 runs and 1 wicket in 10 matches for BPH in The Hundred 2026 at 57.4 points a game — a high-floor pick. Strong 1.5× value.
Must Picks
394 runs in 10 matches for MSG in The Hundred 2026 at 73.5 points a game — a high-floor pick.
334 runs in 10 matches for MSG in The Hundred 2026 at 67.4 points a game — a high-floor pick.
291 runs and 1 wicket in 10 matches for BPH in The Hundred 2026 at 57.4 points a game — a high-floor pick.
105 runs and 7 wickets in 8 matches for BPH in The Hundred 2026 at 54 points a game — a high-floor pick.
Differential Picks (Grand League)
In The Hundred 2026, Josh Tongue has already posted a single-match best of 159 fantasy points against a 55.6-point average — a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.
In The Hundred 2026, Chris Wood has already posted a single-match best of 128 fantasy points against a 40-point average — a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.
Suggested Fantasy XI
Match Prediction
Manchester Super Giants hold the head-to-head edge (1–0) and start as slight favourites, though Birmingham Phoenix have the firepower to upset them.
This XI leans 7-4 towards MSG, which is a deliberate bet rather than a hedge. Tim Seifert takes the armband. If MSG are rolled over cheaply, most of your score goes with them. If you want to de-risk it, swap one MSG middle-order batter for the equivalent slot on the other side before the toss.
Match Trivia
In their only previous meeting in The Hundred 2026 (26 Jul), Manchester Super Giants came out on top.
The highest individual score at Old Trafford in The Hundred 2026 is Jos Buttler's 90 off 50 balls.
The best bowling figures at Old Trafford in The Hundred 2026 are Liam Dawson's 3/15.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win Manchester Super Giants vs Birmingham Phoenix?
Manchester Super Giants hold the head-to-head edge (1–0) and start as slight favourites, though Birmingham Phoenix have the firepower to upset them.
Who should be captain for MSG vs BPH in fantasy cricket?
Tim Seifert is the top captain pick, with Joe Clarke as vice-captain. 394 runs in 10 matches for MSG in The Hundred 2026 at 73.5 points a game — a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.
What is the pitch report for Old Trafford?
Old Trafford has averaged 153 runs an innings in The Hundred 2026, from 4 completed matches. Totals have ranged from 100 to 187, so par is worth judging on the day rather than from the fixture list. MSG have played 4 matches here in The Hundred 2026, averaging 153 and winning 3 of 4 with a best of 187. BPH have played 1 match here in The Hundred 2026, averaging 100.
When is MSG vs BPH?
MSG vs BPH is scheduled for July 26, 2026 at 7:30 PM IST, Old Trafford.
What is the head-to-head record between Manchester Super Giants and Birmingham Phoenix?
MSG lead 1–0 across their last 1 meeting.
How have Manchester Super Giants and Birmingham Phoenix been performing recently?
Manchester Super Giants are in strong recent T20 form (5W in their last 5) — confidence will be high. Birmingham Phoenix are still looking for a win in their last 5 T20 outings — a response is due.
Who is a good differential pick for MSG vs BPH?
Josh Tongue (MSG): In The Hundred 2026, Josh Tongue has already posted a single-match best of 159 fantasy points against a 55.6-point average — a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.
Are there any notable stats for MSG vs BPH?
In their only previous meeting in The Hundred 2026 (26 Jul), Manchester Super Giants came out on top. The highest individual score at Old Trafford in The Hundred 2026 is Jos Buttler's 90 off 50 balls. The best bowling figures at Old Trafford in The Hundred 2026 are Liam Dawson's 3/15.
What's a good fantasy XI for MSG vs BPH?
A balanced XI built from both squads: Jos Buttler, Tim Seifert, Mitchell Owen, Sean Dickson, Gus Atkinson, Paul Walter, Josh Tongue, Sonny Baker, Liam Dawson, Joe Clarke, Rehan Ahmed. Adjust based on the confirmed playing XI closer to the toss.
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