Birmingham Phoenix take on MI London in Match 32 of The Hundred Men’s 2026, the last group stage game for both sides. The match will be played on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at Edgbaston in Birmingham.

MI London have won four of their seven matches this season, while Birmingham Phoenix have managed only one win from seven games. Based on current form and squad depth, MI London go into this contest as clear favourites.

However, Birmingham Phoenix have home advantage and Joe Clarke’s excellent batting form, which could make things closer than the numbers suggest.

In this article, we have covered the match details, odds, pitch report, probable playing eleven, toss prediction and the final match prediction.

Birmingham Phoenix vs MI London Match Details

Before looking at the odds and prediction, here are the basic details of this fixture. This information will help readers plan around the match timing and the venue before the toss.

Match Detail	Information
Match	Birmingham Phoenix vs MI London
Match Number	32
Tournament	The Hundred Men’s 2026
Date	August 12, 2026
Time	11:00 PM IST
Venue	Edgbaston, Birmingham
Format	100 balls per side

Birmingham Phoenix vs MI London Match Odds

Odds and win probabilities give an idea of how bookmakers and prediction models view this contest. These numbers can shift before the toss based on team news, weather and pitch behaviour, so treat them as a guide rather than a fixed outcome. 

Platform	Birmingham Phoenix Win Odds	MI London Win Odds	Toss Odds (Birmingham Phoenix)	Toss Odds (MI London)
1xBet	2.69	1.47	1.9	1.9
Stake	2.69	1.47	1.88	1.88
4RABET	2.69	1.47	1.9	1.9
BetVibe	2.69	1.47	1.88	1.88

Birmingham Phoenix vs MI London Recent Form

Recent form tells a clear story heading into this match. Both teams have struggled at times this the hundred men’s 2026 season, but their most recent results show exactly where each side stands right now.

Birmingham Phoenix Form

Birmingham Phoenix have had a season to forget, and their most recent match summed up the problem well.

• One win from seven matches this season.
• Currently at the bottom of the points table.
• Lost their last match by seven wickets against London Spirit.
• Joe Clarke scored 73 off 42 balls in that game.
• Sean Dickson added 51 off 28 balls.
• Bowling attack could not defend a total of 162.

MI London Form

MI London have had a mixed campaign but remain well ahead of Birmingham Phoenix on the table.

• Four wins from seven matches this season.
• Currently placed fourth in the standings.
• Lost their previous match by six wickets to Trent Rockets.
• Sam Curran scored 72 off 46 balls in that game.
• Will Jacks contributed 39 off 26 balls.
• Team was bowled out for just 147 despite Curran’s form.

Key Players to Watch

A handful of players are likely to decide the outcome of this match. Here is a quick look at the names worth tracking from both sides.

• Joe Clarke (BPH), leading run scorer and the main batting threat.
• Sean Dickson (BPH), coming off a fifty in the last match.
• Rehan Ahmed (BPH), offers useful all round value.
• Donovan Ferreira (BPH), captain and provides power in the middle order.
• Usman Tariq (BPH), Birmingham’s leading wicket taker this season.
• Will Jacks (MIL), leading run scorer with an aggressive strike rate.
• Sam Curran (MIL), captain who contributes with both bat and ball.
• Nicholas Pooran (MIL), explosive finisher in the middle order.
• Richard Gleeson (MIL), leading wicket taker with 12 scalps.
• Rashid Khan (MIL), a key wicket taking option in the middle overs.

Edgbaston Pitch Report

The surface at Edgbaston plays a big role in how this match is likely to unfold. Here is what both teams can expect from the pitch on matchday.

The average first innings score at Edgbaston this season has been around 173, which shows this is a batting friendly ground. Batters get true bounce and can play their shots with confidence once they settle in.

Fast bowlers can still find some movement with the new ball early on, and their variations become useful during the death overs. Spinners are likely to get grip during the middle overs, especially once the pitch dries out through the innings.

A score of 165 to 175 should be competitive on this surface, though a strong batting side could push beyond 180. Given these conditions, chasing can be a slightly safer option, since the team batting second knows exactly what target it needs to chase.

Birmingham Phoenix vs MI London Head to Head

Head to head numbers can offer some insight, though current form usually matters more in a fast format like this. Here is what is known about the past meetings between these two sides.

The two teams have met a number of times in past seasons of The Hundred. Historical records for this exact fixture vary across sources, so we have not listed an exact head to head count here to avoid giving readers an incorrect figure.

What matters more for this match is that both teams arrive with very different momentum. MI London have the stronger recent record, while Birmingham Phoenix will hope home conditions at Edgbaston can help close that gap.

Birmingham Phoenix vs MI London Probable Playing XI

Team combinations often change right up until the toss based on fitness and pitch conditions. Here are the likely playing elevens based on recent selections from both sides.

Birmingham Phoenix Probable XI

Birmingham Phoenix are expected to stick with a similar batting order to the one that faced London Spirit.

1. Mitchell Owen, Batter
2. Will Smeed, Batter
3. Joe Clarke, Wicketkeeper Batter
4. Rehan Ahmed, All rounder
5. Laurie Evans, Batter
6. Donovan Ferreira (Captain), All rounder
7. Sean Dickson, Batter
8. Scott Currie, Bowler
9. Chris Wood, Bowler
10. Saqib Mahmood, Fast Bowler
11. Usman Tariq, Bowler

MI London Probable XI

MI London are likely to field a settled batting lineup that gives them plenty of depth down the order.

1. Will Jacks, Batter
2. James Vince, Batter
3. Nicholas Pooran, Wicketkeeper Batter
4. Sam Curran (Captain), All rounder
5. Sherfane Rutherford, All rounder
6. Tom Curran, All rounder
7. Rashid Khan, Spinner
8. Ollie Pope, Batter
9. Trent Boult, Fast Bowler
10. Nathan Sowter, Spinner
11. Richard Gleeson, Fast Bowler

Birmingham Phoenix vs MI London Toss Prediction

The toss can shape the entire strategy at a ground like Edgbaston. Here is how it could play out on matchday.

Birmingham Phoenix are predicted to win the toss for this match. If they do, bowling first could be the smarter choice, since Edgbaston has produced strong first innings totals this season. Chasing would let their batters play with a clear target in mind rather than guessing at a par score.

Birmingham would still need to restrict MI London’s top order early, particularly Will Jacks and James Vince, to keep the chase within reach.

If MI London win the toss instead, they are likely to bat first and use their batting depth to post a big total, putting pressure on a Birmingham bowling attack that has struggled to defend totals this season. This toss prediction is speculative and not a confirmed outcome.

Birmingham Phoenix vs MI London Score Prediction

Based on recent totals and the nature of the Edgbaston pitch, here is a realistic scoring range for both teams in this match.

Team	Expected Score
MI London	160 to 175
Birmingham Phoenix	150 to 165

These ranges are based on Edgbaston’s high scoring history and each team’s recent batting output. MI London’s deeper batting lineup gives them a slightly higher ceiling, while Birmingham Phoenix will need contributions beyond Joe Clarke to reach the higher end of their range.

Birmingham Phoenix vs MI London Winning Chances

Here is a quick breakdown of how the winning chances stack up for both teams heading into this match.

Team	Winning Chance
MI London	70%
Birmingham Phoenix	30%

Why MI London Can Win

A few factors put MI London firmly ahead in this contest.

• Better overall tournament record this season.
• Stronger bowling attack led by Richard Gleeson.
• Will Jacks and Sam Curran provide batting firepower at the top.
• Rashid Khan and Trent Boult add quality bowling options.

Why Birmingham Phoenix Can Win

Birmingham Phoenix still have a route to an upset if a few things go their way.

• Joe Clarke is in excellent batting form.
• Sean Dickson can offer support lower down the order.
• Home conditions at Edgbaston could work in their favour.
• Early wickets could put MI London’s batting under real pressure.

Biggest Match Up to Watch

One contest could decide the direction of this match more than any other.

MI London’s top order against Birmingham Phoenix’s bowling attack is the key battle to watch. Will Jacks and James Vince will look to attack the new ball bowlers early, while Joe Clarke will try to counter MI London’s pace and spin options at the other end.

How Richard Gleeson performs against Birmingham’s middle order could also decide how competitive this match becomes.

Birmingham Phoenix vs MI London Match Prediction

Bringing together form, conditions and player quality, here is the final prediction for this match.

MI London are predicted to win this final group stage match of The Hundred Men’s 2026. Their stronger tournament record, deeper batting lineup and more effective bowling attack give them a clear advantage over Birmingham Phoenix.

Joe Clarke remains a genuine threat with the bat for Birmingham Phoenix, and if he gets support from Sean Dickson or Donovan Ferreira, the home side can push MI London hard. Even so, Birmingham Phoenix will need a near perfect performance with both bat and ball to cause an upset at Edgbaston.

• Winner: MI London
• Winning Chances: MI London 70%, Birmingham Phoenix 30%
• Toss Prediction: Birmingham Phoenix
• Expected Score: MI London 160 to 175, Birmingham Phoenix 150 to 165

Conclusion

This match brings the group stage of The Hundred Men’s 2026 to a close, and it gives Birmingham Phoenix a chance to end a difficult season on a better note.

MI London go in as favourites on paper, but cricket at this pace can turn quickly with just a couple of good overs. Keep an eye on the toss result and the final playing elevens before the match starts, since both can shift the outlook.

For live scores, ball by ball updates and the latest odds, check a trusted cricket platform or your preferred broadcaster closer to the start time.

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