MSG vs BP 7 Match Highlight & Report | The Hundred 2026 : Manchester Super Giants continued their impressive run in The Hundred 2026 with a commanding 87-run victory over Birmingham Phoenix in the ninth match of the tournament. After posting a formidable total of 187/5 in 100 balls, courtesy of a sensational innings from Jos Buttler, Manchester’s bowlers produced a clinical performance to bundle Birmingham Phoenix out for just 100 runs in 97 balls. Buttler outstanding knock of 90 off 50 balls earned him the Player of the Match award.
Jos Buttler’s Masterclass Lifts Manchester Super Giants to 187
Manchester Super Giants had a shaky start after captain Aiden Markram was dismissed for just 6 runs by Rehan Ahmed. The situation became even worse when Tim Seifert managed only 1 run before Ben Dwarshuis sent him back, leaving Manchester struggling at the start.
However, wicketkeeper-batter Jos Buttler once again proved why he is regarded as one of the most dangerous white-ball batters in the world. The England star played a breathtaking innings of 90 runs from just 50 balls, smashing 7 fours and 5 sixes. Buttler dominated the Birmingham bowlers throughout the innings and kept the scoreboard moving at an impressive rate.
Buttler found good support from Heinrich Klaasen, who scored a quick 20 off 11 balls, including three boundaries. After Klaasen’s dismissal, Leus du Plooy contributed a useful 13 runs from 8 deliveries before being run out.
In the final phase of the innings, Tom Moores played a blistering cameo, remaining unbeaten on 39 off just 17 balls with one four and five massive sixes. Liam Dawson also chipped in with an unbeaten 6 off 3 balls, helping Manchester Super Giants finish on a commanding 187/5 in their allotted 100 balls.
For Birmingham Phoenix, Rehan Ahmed was the most successful bowler with 2 wickets, while Saqib Mahmood and Ben Dwarshuis claimed one wicket each. Despite picking up early breakthroughs, Birmingham’s bowlers failed to stop Buttler and Moores from accelerating in the latter half of the innings.
Birmingham Phoenix Collapse Under Pressure
Chasing a daunting target of 188, Birmingham Phoenix never looked comfortable against Manchester’s disciplined bowling attack.
Opener Joe Clarke scored 20 runs from 17 balls, while Will Smeed made 8 before being dismissed by Josh Tongue. The very next ball saw Rehan Ahmed depart for a golden duck, giving Tongue his second wicket in quick succession.
Laurie Evans tried to rebuild the innings with 13 runs, but Gus Atkinson removed him at a crucial stage. Captain Donovan Ferreira fought hard with 23 runs from 25 balls, while Mitchell Owen played a brief attacking knock of 13 off 7 balls, including a boundary and a six.
The middle and lower order failed to offer any resistance. Sean Dickson scored just 2, Ben Dwarshuis was dismissed for a duck, Saqib Mahmood also failed to score, and Usman Tariq managed only 2 runs. Scott Currie remained unbeaten on 14, but it was far from enough as Birmingham Phoenix were bowled out for 100 runs in 97 balls, suffering a heavy 87-run defeat.
Liam Dawson Leads Clinical Bowling Display
Manchester Super Giants’ bowlers delivered an outstanding performance after their batters had laid the perfect platform.
Experienced all-rounder Liam Dawson was the pick of the bowlers, finishing with superb figures of 3 wickets for just 15 runs from 17 balls. He dismissed Joe Clarke, Sean Dickson and Usman Tariq to ensure Birmingham never recovered.
Josh Tongue also impressed with 2 wickets for 21 runs, removing both Will Smeed and Rehan Ahmed in consecutive deliveries. Young pacer Sonny Baker claimed 2 wickets for 25 runs, while Afghan spinner Noor Ahmad continued his fine form with 2 wickets for only 16 runs. Gus Atkinson chipped in with one wicket, completing a dominant bowling effort.
Jos Buttler Named Player of the Match
England star Jos Buttler was deservedly named Player of the Match for his match-winning innings of 90 runs from 50 balls. His aggressive stroke play completely changed the momentum after Manchester lost two early wickets and laid the foundation for a massive total.
The victory further strengthens Manchester Super Giants’ position in The Hundred 2026 points table and highlights their impressive balance in both batting and bowling. While Buttler stole the headlines with the bat, Tom Moores provided the late fireworks, and the bowling unit led by Liam Dawson ensured Birmingham Phoenix never had a chance in the chase.
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