SOB vs NOS Dream 11 Team Prediction 13 Aug 2025
The cricketing world turns its eyes toward The Rose Bowl, Southampton on 13 August 2025 for the high-voltage clash between Southern Brave (SOB) and Northern Superchargers (NOS) in the men’s edition of The Hundred 2025. With both teams in fighting form, fans and fantasy players are set for an intense showdown under the lights. SOB vs NOS Dream 11 Team Prediction 13 Aug 2025
Match Overview
- Match: Southern Brave vs Northern Superchargers, The Hundred 2025 – Match 11
- Date: Wednesday, 13 August 2025
- Time: 7:30 PM IST / 3:00 PM BST
- Venue: The Rose Bowl, Southampton
- Format: 100 balls per innings
Pitch Report & Conditions
The Rose Bowl pitch offers a balanced surface. Pacers often get help with the new ball due to slight seam movement and swing in the opening sets of deliveries. Batters who settle early can capitalize in the middle overs as the pitch flattens out. Spinners usually get some turn late in the innings when the surface wears slightly. SOB vs NOS Dream 11 Team Prediction 13 Aug 2025
Expected First Innings Score: 140–160 runs
Chasing Record: Teams batting second have a slightly better win percentage here.
Weather: Partly cloudy, 15–17°C, humidity around 80–85%, minimal rain threat but dew may come into play in the latter half.
Head-to-Head Record
- Total Matches: 4
- SOB Wins: 3
- NOS Wins: 1
Southern Brave has historically held the upper hand, but Northern Superchargers’ revamped squad in 2025 has closed the gap. SOB vs NOS Dream 11 Team Prediction 13 Aug 2025
Probable Playing XI
Southern Brave (Men’s)
- James Vince (C)
- Jason Roy
- Laurie Evans (Wk)
- Leus du Plooy
- James Coles
- Michael Bracewell
- Chris Jordan
- Jofra Archer
- Craig Overton
- Reece Topley
- Tymal Mills
Bench Options: Finn Allen, Toby Albert, Jordan Thompson, Danny Briggs, Hilton Cartwright
Northern Superchargers (Men’s)
- Zak Crawley
- Dawid Malan
- Michael Pepper (Wk)
- Harry Brook (C)
- Dan Lawrence
- David Miller
- Imad Wasim
- Adil Rashid
- Matthew Potts
- Mohammad Amir
- Brydon Carse
Bench Options: Mitchell Santner, Pat Brown, James Fuller, Tom Lawes, Tom Banton. SOB vs NOS Dream 11 Team Prediction 13 Aug 2025
Team Players in Chart Format
| Team | Wicket-Keeper | Top Batters | All-Rounders | Pace Bowlers | Spin Bowlers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Brave | Laurie Evans | James Vince, Jason Roy, Leus du Plooy | James Coles, Michael Bracewell | Jofra Archer, Chris Jordan, Reece Topley, Craig Overton, Tymal Mills | – |
| Northern Superchargers | Michael Pepper | Zak Crawley, Dawid Malan, Harry Brook, Dan Lawrence, David Miller | Imad Wasim | Matthew Potts, Mohammad Amir, Brydon Carse | Adil Rashid |
Key Players to Watch
Southern Brave
- James Vince – Consistent top-order batter with the ability to anchor and accelerate.
- Jofra Archer – Lethal with the new ball and in the death overs.
- Michael Bracewell – All-round impact with bat and off-spin.
- Chris Jordan – Expert death bowler and handy lower-order hitter.
Northern Superchargers
- Harry Brook – Explosive stroke-maker in the middle order.
- Zak Crawley – Aggressive opener capable of quick 40–50 runs in the powerplay.
- Imad Wasim – Balanced spin all-rounder, reliable under pressure.
- Adil Rashid – Proven wicket-taker in the middle overs.
Fantasy Cricket Tips
Captain & Vice-Captain Choices
- James Vince (SOB) – Safe bet for consistency; excellent for C or VC role.
- Zak Crawley (NOS) – Powerplay aggressor with big scores potential.
- Harry Brook (NOS) – High-risk, high-reward pick for captaincy.
- Michael Bracewell (SOB) – Balanced contributor in both departments.
Dream 11 Suggested Team (100 Credits)
Wicket-Keeper:
- Laurie Evans (SOB)
Batters:
- James Vince (SOB) – Captain
- Zak Crawley (NOS) – Vice-Captain
- Harry Brook (NOS)
- Dawid Malan (NOS)
All-Rounders:
- Michael Bracewell (SOB)
- Imad Wasim (NOS)
Bowlers:
- Jofra Archer (SOB)
- Chris Jordan (SOB)
- Matthew Potts (NOS)
- Reece Topley (SOB)
Why This Team Works
- Top-order strength – Vince, Crawley, and Brook can dominate the powerplay and set a big platform.
- Balanced all-rounders – Bracewell and Wasim offer bat-ball versatility.
- Bowling depth – Archer, Jordan, and Topley for pace; Potts as a wicket-taking option.
- Toss flexibility – Team works well whether batting or bowling first.
Match Strategy Breakdown
If Southern Brave Bat First
Expect Vince and Roy to lay a strong foundation. Bracewell can exploit the middle overs, and Archer/Jordan’s late hitting may push the score past 150. Bowlers like Topley and Archer will attack with swing and pace.
If Northern Superchargers Bat First
Crawley and Malan must handle the early pace burst from Archer and Topley. Brook and Miller can add the middle-overs punch, with Rashid/Wasim providing finishing runs and bowling control.
Possible Game-Changers
- Craig Overton – Can take early breakthroughs and bowl disciplined spells.
- David Miller – Finisher who can change the game in the last 20 balls.
- Brydon Carse – Adds unexpected pace firepower for NOS.
Predicted Outcome
While Southern Brave hold a better head-to-head record, Northern Superchargers’ batting depth and spin attack could make this contest extremely tight. Expect a result decided in the last 10 balls.
Predicted Winner (Slight Edge): Southern Brave – due to home advantage and pace attack depth.
Quick Stats
- Average first-innings score at The Rose Bowl in The Hundred: 150 runs
- Highest score here: 168/4
- Lowest defended score: 142/7
- Most wickets in The Hundred 2025 so far: Jofra Archer (SOB) – 7 wickets in 3 matches
Final Dream 11 Summary Table
| Role | Player | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Captain | James Vince (SOB) | Consistent, anchor + accelerator |
| Vice-Captain | Zak Crawley (NOS) | Aggressive opener, can dominate in powerplay |
| Wicket-Keeper | Laurie Evans (SOB) | Steady scorer, reliable gloves |
| Batsman | Harry Brook (NOS) | Middle-order aggressor |
| Batsman | Dawid Malan (NOS) | Technically strong, adaptable to conditions |
| All-Rounder | Michael Bracewell | All-phase contributor |
| All-Rounder | Imad Wasim (NOS) | Bat-spin combination, economical bowler |
| Bowler | Jofra Archer (SOB) | Strike bowler with early and death-overs impact |
| Bowler | Chris Jordan (SOB) | Death-overs specialist |
| Bowler | Matthew Potts (NOS) | Key pacer with wicket-taking ability |
| Bowler | Reece Topley (SOB) | Left-arm pace threat |
Final Word
The SOB vs NOS encounter promises fireworks for both fans and fantasy players. Southern Brave’s home advantage and pace depth may just outweigh Northern Superchargers’ batting firepower, but in The Hundred, momentum can flip in minutes. Assemble your fantasy side wisely, keep an eye on the toss, and prepare for a thrilling contest under the Southampton lights.
Q: When and where is the SOB vs NOS match taking place?
A: The match will be played on Wednesday, 13 August 2025, at The Rose Bowl, Southampton. It starts at 7:30 PM IST / 3:00 PM BST.
Q: Which tournament is this match part of?
A: This is Match 11 of The Hundred Men’s 2025 season.
Q: What is the pitch report for The Rose Bowl?
Nature: Balanced surface for both bat and ball.
Pace: Early movement for fast bowlers.
Batting: Settled batters can score freely in the middle overs.
Spin: Some grip available later in the innings.
Ideal First Innings Score: 140–160 runs.