Top 3 reasons why Manchester Originals Men lost to Birmingham Phoenix Men in the Hundred 2025 match 28

In Match 28 of the Hundred 2025, Manchester Originals Men posted 109/7 in 100 balls, with Heinrich Klaasen (34 off 35) and Phil Salt (31 off 20) being the only batters to cross 30. Rachin Ravindra chipped in with 13 off 7 but no one else supported. Birmingham Phoenix comfortably chased it down with 113/3 in 83 balls, powered by Joe Clarke’s 40 (21) and Ben Duckett’s unbeaten 49 (38), sealing a 7-wicket victory. Below are the main reasons for Manchester Originals Men defeat

1. Batting Struggles and Lack of Partnerships

Phil Salt made a bright start with 31 off 20, while Klaasen valiantly attempted to push the score along for 34 off 35, but the rest of the batting order's failure to support meant that partnerships couldn't develop and a deficit was left far short of a defendable total.

2. Phoenix’s Dominant Top Order

Birmingham Phoenix’s top order made the chase look easy. Joe Clarke’s explosive 40 off 21 set the tone, while Duckett anchored the innings with 49* off 38. Their batting dominance erased any hopes for the Originals to apply pressure.

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3. Originals’ Bowling Lacked Bite

Even with some early breakthroughs, Originals couldn't tighten things up at the back end. Their bowlers lacked accuracy and variation, allowing Phoenix to cruise. There was also little option to create pressure late in the innings, as it was another one-sided finish.