128/0 (13.2)
CR : 9.60
127/10 (20.0)
CR : 6.35
Manchesters Super Giants won by 10 wickets 🏆
Player of the Match
Tim Seifert
80(40)*
Tim Seifert (Hero of the Match): (On his match-winning innings) "It felt good, but the most important thing is getting the team the victory, and we got there today.
(On whether he knew about the net run-rate requirement or not) No, I had no idea, to be honest. The message got through when we probably needed about 50 runs to get there, and that's when we looked to put the pedal down. But going into the game, I had no idea.
(On whether he prefers not knowing the target required for net run rate) I think not knowing, to be honest. The way that we want to play is to put pressure on the bowlers straight away, and that doesn't change. I don't think we want to try and push it too hard. Obviously, a good start allows us to do what we did tonight. It doesn't always come off, but personally, I wouldn't like to know and would rather just go out there and hopefully have everyone hit like today.
(On his form in The Hundred) I think we've got a great side and it's a great environment to play in. It's my first time playing The Hundred, and it's a great tournament to be involved in. The crowds are great - it's good to be playing in front of decent crowds and in amazing stadiums. It's just a good tournament, to be honest.
(On the bowling performance) Unbelievable. Credit to Marsh and Rickelton, as they got off to a good start as well, but the way that we pulled them back was outstanding from our bowlers. Obviously, that momentum went into our batting as well.
(On the preparations for the Eliminator) We'll make our way down to London and probably get a training session in there. But the most important thing is to get around as a team and enjoy tonight, and then obviously look forward to the Eliminator."
(On whether he knew about the net run-rate requirement or not) No, I had no idea, to be honest. The message got through when we probably needed about 50 runs to get there, and that's when we looked to put the pedal down. But going into the game, I had no idea.
(On whether he prefers not knowing the target required for net run rate) I think not knowing, to be honest. The way that we want to play is to put pressure on the bowlers straight away, and that doesn't change. I don't think we want to try and push it too hard. Obviously, a good start allows us to do what we did tonight. It doesn't always come off, but personally, I wouldn't like to know and would rather just go out there and hopefully have everyone hit like today.
(On his form in The Hundred) I think we've got a great side and it's a great environment to play in. It's my first time playing The Hundred, and it's a great tournament to be involved in. The crowds are great - it's good to be playing in front of decent crowds and in amazing stadiums. It's just a good tournament, to be honest.
(On the bowling performance) Unbelievable. Credit to Marsh and Rickelton, as they got off to a good start as well, but the way that we pulled them back was outstanding from our bowlers. Obviously, that momentum went into our batting as well.
(On the preparations for the Eliminator) We'll make our way down to London and probably get a training session in there. But the most important thing is to get around as a team and enjoy tonight, and then obviously look forward to the Eliminator."
Jos Buttler (Manchester Super Giants Captain): "[Perfect game for you] Yeah, was absolutely perfect. Best day we have had a team. We bowled brilliantly, Noor took that steepling catch. With the bat, Seifert was incredible.
[Did you know you had to chase the target by 75 balls at the start of the innings?] I don't think Tom Moody knew but it wasn't around the 50-55 mark that we told we have to win by 75 balls. These two have been phenomenal at the top of the order.
[Best thing about Tim Seifert] His fearless nature and mindset. You saw against Carse in the first 10 where he went over mid-off, it was incredible power to clear the fence off the back-foot.
[How good is to beat the Sunrisers Leeds] Incredibly satisfying, they have been a great team especially the opening partnership. I thought they started well but we did really well to comeback. We saw if we are going to beat them, we have to break the opening partnership. Our fielding was brilliant.
[Going heavy with Gus Atkinson and Josh Tongue at the top] I thought they are our best wicket-takers at that time. Even if they are expensive it was fine. Same with Noor, said we don't mind if you go for runs. He got the huge wicket of Mitchell Marsh.
[Will you watch tomorrow's games to see who qualifies] I don't think we will watch it. We will pack up and hopefully make our way to London. We have had great support throughout the tournament here, so fitting end."
[Did you know you had to chase the target by 75 balls at the start of the innings?] I don't think Tom Moody knew but it wasn't around the 50-55 mark that we told we have to win by 75 balls. These two have been phenomenal at the top of the order.
[Best thing about Tim Seifert] His fearless nature and mindset. You saw against Carse in the first 10 where he went over mid-off, it was incredible power to clear the fence off the back-foot.
[How good is to beat the Sunrisers Leeds] Incredibly satisfying, they have been a great team especially the opening partnership. I thought they started well but we did really well to comeback. We saw if we are going to beat them, we have to break the opening partnership. Our fielding was brilliant.
[Going heavy with Gus Atkinson and Josh Tongue at the top] I thought they are our best wicket-takers at that time. Even if they are expensive it was fine. Same with Noor, said we don't mind if you go for runs. He got the huge wicket of Mitchell Marsh.
[Will you watch tomorrow's games to see who qualifies] I don't think we will watch it. We will pack up and hopefully make our way to London. We have had great support throughout the tournament here, so fitting end."
Instances of 10-Wicket Wins in The Men's Hundred:
Birmingham Phoenix vs Sunrisers Leeds, Birmingham, 2024
Manchester Super Giants vs Sunrisers Leeds, Manchester, 2026, Tonight*
Birmingham Phoenix vs Sunrisers Leeds, Birmingham, 2024
Manchester Super Giants vs Sunrisers Leeds, Manchester, 2026, Tonight*
Biggest Wins for Manchester Super Giants in The Men's Hundred (by balls remaining):
33 vs Sunrisers Leeds, Manchester, 2026, Tonight*
31 vs Welsh Fire, Manchester, 2026
27 vs Birmingham Phoenix, Manchester, 2021
33 vs Sunrisers Leeds, Manchester, 2026, Tonight*
31 vs Welsh Fire, Manchester, 2026
27 vs Birmingham Phoenix, Manchester, 2021
Biggest Defeats for Sunrisers Leeds in The Men's Hundred (by balls remaining):
61 vs Birmingham Phoenix, Birmingham, 2024
33 vs Manchester Super Giants, Manchester, 2026, Tonight*
26 vs Birmingham Phoenix, Leeds, 2021
61 vs Birmingham Phoenix, Birmingham, 2024
33 vs Manchester Super Giants, Manchester, 2026, Tonight*
26 vs Birmingham Phoenix, Leeds, 2021
Highest Partnerships for Any Wicket in The Men's Hundred:
148 for 1st Wicket - Ryan Rickelton & Mitchell Marsh (Sunrisers Leeds) vs London Spirit, Leeds, 2026
128* for 1st Wicket - Tim Seifert & Paul Walter (Manchester Super Giants) vs Sunrisers Leeds, Manchester, 2026, Tonight*
127* for 6th Wicket - Jimmy Neesham & Tom Curran (MI London) vs Manchester Super Giants, Lord's 2023
125 for 1st Wicket - Matt Short & Phil Salt (Welsh Fire) vs Manchester Super Giants, Manchester, 2026
124* for 2nd Wicket - Dawid Malan & D'Arcy Short (Trent Rockets) vs Southern Brave, Nottingham, 2021
148 for 1st Wicket - Ryan Rickelton & Mitchell Marsh (Sunrisers Leeds) vs London Spirit, Leeds, 2026
128* for 1st Wicket - Tim Seifert & Paul Walter (Manchester Super Giants) vs Sunrisers Leeds, Manchester, 2026, Tonight*
127* for 6th Wicket - Jimmy Neesham & Tom Curran (MI London) vs Manchester Super Giants, Lord's 2023
125 for 1st Wicket - Matt Short & Phil Salt (Welsh Fire) vs Manchester Super Giants, Manchester, 2026
124* for 2nd Wicket - Dawid Malan & D'Arcy Short (Trent Rockets) vs Southern Brave, Nottingham, 2021
Most Sixes in an Innings for Manchester Super Giants in The Men's Hundred:
7 - Tim Seifert vs Sunrisers Leeds, Manchester, 2026, Tonight*
6 - Jamie Overton vs Sunrisers Leeds, Leeds, 2023
6 - Jos Buttler vs Welsh Fire, Manchester, 2026
7 - Tim Seifert vs Sunrisers Leeds, Manchester, 2026, Tonight*
6 - Jamie Overton vs Sunrisers Leeds, Leeds, 2023
6 - Jos Buttler vs Welsh Fire, Manchester, 2026
A brilliant onslaught from Tim Seifert and Paul Walter has not just seen the Manchester Super Giants give their home fans a great final league game but more importantly get to the second spot in the points table. It is most likely that the Super Giants will qualify for the Eliminator.
There is a big final league day tomorrow as Welsh Fire take on London Spirit followed by Birmingham Phoenix vs MI London. Both Welsh Fire and MI London are on 16 points and stand a chance to make it to the Eliminator. So, there is a lot to play for!
So, that is it from myself, Karthik Raj and my co-commentator, Dev Rajawat as we wrap up the coverage of this fixture. A note of thanks to our scorer, Paras Yadav as well.