London Spirit vs Manchester Super Giants The Hundred Predictions - Spirit to smash Super Giants

Simon Lewis

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Last updated: 22 Jul 2026

Simon Lewis 22 Jul 2026

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London Spirit may need time to settle after making several squad changes.
Manchester Super Giants finished sixth last season, with the same number of wins and losses as London Spirit.
The Spirit haven’t beaten the Super Giants since 2022.

Lhuan-dre Pretorius has scored 87, 66 & 102* in his last 9 knocks (Getty Images).

London Spirit vs Manchester Super Giants Predictions

London Spirit have quality across all departments, but finding the right balance will be key. The Super Giants beat the Spirit convincingly in their last meeting in Manchester.

London Spirit vs Manchester Super Giants Predictions
Head-to-Head
London Spirit Form
Manchester Super Giants Form
Team News

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.

Head-to-Head

London Spirit have won one and lost three of their last five matches in The Hundred against the Manchester Super Giants (then playing as the Manchester Originals).

London Spirit Form

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 Form

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

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.