Cricket Prediction | NSC vs OI | The Hundred 2025 | 25th Match | Aug 23 – Will It Be a Batting Paradise or Bowling Nightmare?

NSC vs OI Match Analysis

The 25th match of the Men’s Hundred 2025 will take place at Headingley, Leeds, on August 23, 2025. The game is scheduled for an afternoon start, with play expected to conclude in the evening. Fans can look forward to a competitive clash between two top-performing sides.

Northern Superchargers have displayed strong form in the early stages of the tournament, relying on a mix of explosive batting and disciplined bowling. The team combines experienced campaigners with young talents who have already made an impact. 

With brains in the dugout and firepower on the pitch, the Oval Invincibles have crafted a formula that’s hard for rivals to crack. With powerful hitters and versatile bowlers, they can adapt to various match scenarios. 

Northern Superchargers vs Oval Invincibles Team Preview & Squads

Northern Superchargers

NSC pin their hopes on Brook’s rare blend of patience and firepower whenever he walks out to bat. His calm leadership and timely hitting make him indispensable in high-pressure situations.

NSC boast a strong batting lineup with several game-changers. Zak Crawley and Dawid Malan provide experience at the top, while Dan Lawrence and David Miller offer finishing firepower. The middle order can adapt to both consolidating and chasing high totals.

The attack’s combination of quick bowlers and crafty spinners ensures adaptability across different pitches. Pat Brown, Brydon Carse, and Matthew Potts offer express pace and death-over expertise. Imad Wasim and Adil Rashid bring control and wicket-taking ability in the middle overs.

Northern Superchargers triumphed over Spirit in London on August 20, 2025, chasing 135/3 with a score of 138/2 in just 82 balls. Brook and Malan were well-paced throughout the innings. NSC won by 8 wickets with 18 balls remaining, and they looked stronger than any other team in the tournament.

Northern Superchargers Squads

Harry Brook, Pat Brown, Brydon Carse, Graham Clark, Zak Crawley, Jacob Duffy, Ben Dwarshuis, James Fuller, Imad Wasim, Tom Lawes, Dan Lawrence, Dawid Malan, David Miller, Michael Pepper, Matthew Potts, Adil Rashid, Matthew Revis, Mitchell Santner

Oval Invincibles

Energetic in spirit and surgical in strategy, Sam Billings embodies the perfect balance as OI’s skipper. As a wicketkeeper-batter, he combines on-field awareness with leadership skills. Billings’ ability to finish matches under pressure has been instrumental for the Invincibles.

The batting unit is deep and flexible, with Sam Curran, Will Jacks, and Miles Hammond offering firepower. Zafar Gohar and Tawanda Muyeye provide additional stability in the middle order. The team has multiple options to accelerate scoring in the final overs.

Pace or spin? OI refuses to choose. Mahmood blitzes with velocity, while Behrendorff toys with patience—together, a nightmare for any batting order. The team relies on the Currans’ flexibility and Rashid Khan’s game-changing spin. 

Against the Trent Rockets in their last match at London (23rd Match, Aug 21, 2025), Oval Invincibles managed a successful chase of 172. With a power-packed chase of 173/4 off 89 deliveries, the Invincibles toppled the Rockets’ total of 171/7. The team showed composure under pressure with contributions across the order. Invincibles won by 6 wickets with 11 balls remaining.

Oval Invincibles Squads

Sam Billings, Gus Atkinson, Jason Behrendorff, Jordan Clark, Jordan Cox, Sam Curran, Tom Curran, Donovan Ferreira, Miles Hammond, Will Jacks, Saqib Mahmood, Tawanda Muyeye, Rashid Khan, George Scrimshaw, Nathan Sowter, Zafar Gohar

NSC vs OI Outfield Report

The Headingley pitch generally favors stroke play, with consistent bounce and true pace. Batsmen can play freely in the powerplay, while spinners might get assistance as the innings progresses. Seamers could exploit early movement under overcast conditions.

The forecast predicts partly cloudy skies with a temperature around 22°C. Light winds may aid bowlers slightly, but no significant rain interruptions are expected. Conditions are ideal for a full-length high-scoring contest.

Historically, teams batting first have managed totals up to 185, while successful chases usually require around 160-170. The lowest recorded score in similar conditions was near 110, indicating the importance of a strong start. 

Northern Superchargers vs Oval Invincibles Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

In the last five encounters, Oval Invincibles have won 3 matches while Northern Superchargers have taken 2. The teams have consistently produced close contests, often decided in the final overs.

NSC vs OI Prediction

According to cricket analysts Oval Invincibles have a 53% chance of Winning.