Warner 71 in Vain as Manchester Originals Get First Win of the Season
Warner 71 in Vain as Manchester Originals finally ended their winless run in The Hundred 2025. In a thrilling encounter at Old Trafford on Monday, August 11, the Originals beat London Spirit by 10 runs, despite a brilliant 71 from David Warner.
The win marked Manchester Originals’ first victory of the season, and it came after a tense finish where their bowlers held their nerve in the final overs. Warner 71 in Vain
Originals Choose to Bat First
Manchester Originals won the toss and decided to bat first, hoping to put runs on the board. The decision paid off early when Phil Salt started aggressively, hitting three boundaries in the very first set of six deliveries.
Salt’s intent gave Originals a solid base. Soon after, Ben McKinney joined the party. He attacked bowlers Liam Dawson and Richard Gleeson, racing to a quick 29 off just 12 balls. This early blitz put the London Spirit bowlers under pressure. Warner 71 in Vain
However, as the innings progressed, the pitch slowed down and scoring became more difficult. Salt was dismissed near the halfway stage, and the momentum began to shift. Warner 71 in Vain
Middle Overs Struggle
Jos Buttler and Heinrich Klaasen tried to rebuild the innings, but they struggled to find the boundary regularly. Their 38-ball partnership for the third wicket brought only 49 runs. This period slowed down the Originals’ run rate significantly. Warner 71 in Vain
Once Klaasen departed for 24, the scoring dried up even more. Over a stretch of 16 balls, Originals managed just 20 runs. The early momentum from Salt and McKinney seemed to fade away. Warner 71 in Vain
Final Score
Despite the slow middle overs, Manchester Originals finished at 163 for 6 in 100 balls. While not a massive total, it was competitive given the conditions. Warner 71 in Vain
Top scorers for Originals:
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Jos Buttler: 46 runs
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Phil Salt: 31 runs
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Ben McKinney: 29 runs
Best bowlers for London Spirit:
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Jamie Overton: 2 for 26
London Spirit’s Chase Begins
London Spirit started their chase steadily, with David Warner taking responsibility for scoring. His partner, Kane Williamson, struggled to find timing and rhythm, scoring only 19 off 20 balls before being dismissed.
Warner, however, looked in great touch. In the middle overs, he attacked Josh Tongue, Lewis Gregory, and Noor Ahmad with some beautiful shots, keeping Spirit in the hunt. Warner 71 in Vain
Pressure Mounts on Spirit
Even with Warner’s dominance, the required run rate began to climb. Jamie Smith, who came in after Williamson’s dismissal, also found it hard to score quickly. Warner 71 in Vain
With 55 runs needed from the last 21 balls, Ashton Turner finally broke the shackles by slog-sweeping Noor Ahmad for a six. This was followed by a couple of boundaries, injecting some excitement into the chase.
Warner’s Dismissal Changes the Game
Just when it looked like London Spirit had a chance, Warner and Turner were both dismissed in quick succession. Warner’s brilliant innings of 71 from 51 balls came to an end, and with it, Spirit’s main hope started to fade.
Turner’s short but impactful innings also ended, leaving Spirit needing a big push in the final sets.
Jamie Overton’s Late Fight
Jamie Overton gave Spirit a glimmer of hope by attacking Sonny Baker in the penultimate set. He brought the equation down to 17 runs needed off the last set with some aggressive strokes, including a slash over short third man for four. Warner 71 in Vain
However, a risky second run attempt saw Overton run out, ending Spirit’s chances. Warner 71 in Vain
Scott Currie Holds His Nerve
In the final set, bowler Scott Currie kept his cool, giving away only six runs and sealing the win for Manchester Originals. His composure under pressure was crucial to the team’s victory.
Final Scores
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Manchester Originals: 163/6 in 100 balls (Jos Buttler 46, Phil Salt 31; Jamie Overton 2-26)
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London Spirit: 153/6 in 100 balls (David Warner 71, Jamie Overton 19; Josh Tongue 3-29)
Result: Manchester Originals won by 10 runs.
Key Takeaways from the Match
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Warner 71 in Vain: David Warner played a masterclass innings, but lacked enough support from other batters.
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Originals’ Bowling Under Pressure: Scott Currie and Josh Tongue delivered in key moments.
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Early Start Crucial: The aggressive batting by Salt and McKinney set the foundation for the Originals’ victory.
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Middle Overs Importance: Originals nearly lost momentum but defended well in the end.
Impact on The Hundred 2025 Table
This victory gives Manchester Originals their first points of the season, boosting their confidence. For London Spirit, the loss means they must bounce back quickly to stay in contention for the knockout stages.
The match at Old Trafford will be remembered for its twists and turns. While Warner’s innings will be praised, the headline will always be Warner 71 in Vain as Manchester Originals celebrated their maiden win of the season.
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