MSG vs SB Fantasy Prediction, 26th Match: Manchester Super Giants vs Southern Brave Fantasy Team, Playing XI, Pitch Report, The Hundred 2026

Southampton hosts a men’s and women’s doubleheader on Saturday, and this one follows the earlier women’s match at the same ground. For those building the MSG vs SB Fantasy Team, Southern Brave lost their last game to Welsh Fire, while Manchester Super Giants bounced back from a rough patch with a win over the same opponent, chasing 155 with plenty to spare. Chris Jordan captains Southern Brave, and Aiden Markram leads a Manchester side with serious batting depth.

MSG vs SB Match Details

Match: Manchester Super Giants vs Southern Brave, 26th Match, The Hundred Men 2026
Date: Saturday, 8 August 2026
Time: 6:00 PM Local Time (10:30 PM IST)
Venue: The Rose Bowl, Southampton
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Recent Form

Southern Brave have had a mixed run, winning two of their last five but losing their most recent game to Welsh Fire, falling just short chasing 116. They also beat Birmingham Phoenix and London Spirit in that stretch. Manchester Super Giants have been streaky too, but they ended a run of three straight losses with a win over Welsh Fire last time out, chasing down 155 comfortably. Jos Buttler and Heinrich Klaasen have both looked dangerous when the top order clicks.

Points Table

Both sides have had an up and down season, sitting in the middle of the table rather than at either extreme. This match matters for both as they try to build some consistency heading into the back half of the competition.

MSG vs SB Head to Head Record

Southern Brave hold a narrow edge, winning three of the last five meetings. Their most recent win came last season, chasing down 131 comfortably. Manchester’s best win in that stretch came in the 2023 Eliminator, posting 201 and cruising to victory.

MSG vs SB Squads

Southern Brave: Chris Jordan captains the side this season, having taken over from James Vince after five years as the heartbeat of the franchise. The squad has real international depth, with Marcus Stoinis, Jamie Smith, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, David Miller and Tristan Stubbs all part of the mix. Full squad: Chris Jordan (c), Jofra Archer, Jamie Smith (wk), Adil Rashid, Marcus Stoinis, Luke Wood, David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Thomas Rew, Daniel Worrall, Caleb Falconer, Ben McKinney, Michael Pepper, Tom Abell, Nikhil Chaudhary, Manny Lumsden, Saif Zaib.

Manchester Super Giants: Aiden Markram captains the side, the only overseas captain in the men’s competition. The batting is stacked, with Jos Buttler and Heinrich Klaasen the standout wicketkeeper batters, backed by Tim Seifert, Leus du Plooy and Markram himself. Josh Tongue and Gus Atkinson lead the pace, with Noor Ahmad and Liam Dawson the spin options. Full squad: Aiden Markram (c), Jos Buttler (wk), Heinrich Klaasen (wk), Tim Seifert, Leus du Plooy, Max Holden, Tom Moores, Tawanda Muyeye, Liam Dawson, Paul Walter, James Sales, Noor Ahmad, Tom Hartley, Gus Atkinson, Josh Tongue, Sonny Baker, George Scrimshaw, Adam Finch.

Pitch Report

The Rose Bowl has favoured the team bowling first, winning 58 percent of matches here across 24 games. Scores tend to be competitive, with an average first innings score of 141, and this ground has produced some big totals, including a 201 total in the past. Both attacks will fancy their chances of taking early wickets on a pitch that has rewarded chasing.

Weather Report

Saturday evening in Southampton should stay calm and mild, with mostly sunny skies, a temperature around 16.1°C (61°F), and only around a 1 percent chance of rain. A full match with no interruption risk looks very likely.

Probable Playing XIs

Southern Brave (Probable): Jamie Smith (wk), Ben McKinney, Marcus Stoinis, Tristan Stubbs, David Miller, Tom Abell, Chris Jordan (c), Saif Zaib, Adil Rashid, Luke Wood, Jofra Archer.

Manchester Super Giants (Probable): Jos Buttler (wk), Tim Seifert, Aiden Markram (c), Heinrich Klaasen, Leus du Plooy, Tawanda Muyeye, Liam Dawson, Josh Tongue, Noor Ahmad, Tom Hartley, Gus Atkinson.

These are the likely lineups. Both are confirmed at the toss.

MSG vs SB Fantasy Team Key Players Recent Form

Manchester Super Giants (MSG)

Tim Seifert: 62 Runs,
Jos Buttler: 51 Runs, 2 Runs, 55 Runs, 63 Runs,
Aiden Markram: 50 Runs, 28 Runs,
Josh Tongue: 1 Wicket, 2 Wickets, 0 Wickets,
Noor Ahmad: 0 Wickets, 2 Wickets, 0 Wickets,
Gus Atkinson: 2 Wickets, 0 Wickets, 2 Wickets,

Southern Brave (SB)

Marcus Stoinis: 55 Runs, 3 Runs & 3 Wickets, 34 Runs & 2 Wickets,
David Miller: 21 Runs, 39 Runs, 24 Runs,
Chris Jordan: 3 Runs & 1 Wicket, 1 Wicket, 3 Runs & 1 Wicket,
Jofra Archer: 2 Wickets, 4 Wickets, 1 Wicket,
Adil Rashid: 1 Wicket, 2 Wickets, 1 Wicket,

Note: Player recent form is based on their latest appearances before the MSG vs SB match and may be updated after the toss if required.

Key Player Battles

Jos Buttler vs Jofra Archer: Buttler in good form is one of the toughest batters to bowl at, and Archer at his best is as good as anyone with the new ball. Whoever wins this early contest could set the tone for the whole innings.

Marcus Stoinis vs Noor Ahmad: Stoinis brings serious power to the middle overs, and Noor’s wrist spin and clever variations give Manchester a real chance of testing him.

Chris Jordan vs Heinrich Klaasen: Jordan’s death bowling craft against Klaasen, who can clear any ground when set. If the game is close late on, this matchup could decide it.

MSG vs SB Fantasy Team: Small League

Wicketkeepers: Jos Buttler (C), Heinrich Klaasen, Jamie Smith,
Batters: Aiden Markram, David Miller
All-rounders: Chris Jordan (VC), Marcus Stoinis,
Bowlers: Jofra Archer, Noor Ahmad, Josh Tongue, Adil Rashid,

Buttler gets the captaincy as the most destructive batter on show and in good touch this season. Jordan is vice captain as captain and Southern Brave’s most important bowler at the death. The rest of the team balances both top orders with the frontline bowlers, since bowling first has worked well at this ground.

MSG vs SB Fantasy Team: Grand League

Wicketkeepers: Jos Buttler, Tim Seifert, Heinrich Klaasen,
Batters: Aiden Markram, Tom Abell,
All-rounders: Marcus Stoinis (C), Chris Jordan,
Bowlers: Jofra Archer, Noor Ahmad (VC), Adil Rashid, Josh Tongue,

For grand leagues, try Stoinis as captain. He’s an all rounder who scores with the bat and chips in with the ball, without the ownership Buttler will draw. Noor Ahmad as vice captain gives you serious wicket taking upside. Tim Seifert and Tom Abell are cheap picks who could still contribute with the bat.

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Match Prediction

Both sides come in with something to prove after mixed recent form. Manchester Super Giants have the more explosive batting on paper, with Buttler and Klaasen capable of taking any total out of reach, and they showed real character bouncing back from three straight losses. Southern Brave have proven match winners in Jordan, Archer and Stoinis, and the head to head record favours them slightly. It’s close, but Manchester’s batting depth gives them the edge on current form.

MSG vs SB Fantasy Team FAQs

Q. Who will win the MSG vs SB 26th match today?
A. It’s close. Manchester Super Giants have the more explosive batting and just snapped a losing run, while Southern Brave hold a slight head to head edge and have proven match winners of their own.

Q. What is the MSG vs SB Fantasy prediction for the 26th match?
A. Jos Buttler and Chris Jordan are the top captaincy picks. Marcus Stoinis and Noor Ahmad are good differential options for grand leagues.

Q. What is the pitch report for The Rose Bowl, Southampton?
A. Teams bowling first have won 58 percent of matches here. Scores tend to be competitive, and this ground has produced some big totals in the past.

Q. What is the probable Playing XI for MSG vs SB?
A. Manchester Super Giants should be led by Aiden Markram with Jos Buttler and Heinrich Klaasen in the batting. Southern Brave will build around captain Chris Jordan, Marcus Stoinis and Jofra Archer. Final XIs are confirmed at the toss.

Q. Is there a rain threat for the MSG vs SB match?
A. No. The forecast for Southampton on 8 August is mostly sunny with only around a 1 percent chance of rain, so a full game is expected.