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Buttler, Klaasen Shine as Manchester Originals Crush Northern Superchargers by 57 Runs
Manchester Originals Revive Campaign with Clinical Win
Manchester Originals produced a complete performance to secure a much-needed 57-run victory over Northern Superchargers at Old Trafford in The Hundred 2025. Built on Jos Buttler’s composed half-century and Heinrich Klaasen’s explosive return to form, the Originals posted a commanding 171/3 before their bowlers dismantled the opposition for just 114.
This win, only the second of the season for the Originals, keeps their playoff hopes alive and restores confidence in a campaign that had been under pressure.
Buttler Anchors, Klaasen Dazzles in Power Finish
Ravindra’s cameo provides early spark
After electing to bat, Manchester Originals were rocked early when Phil Salt was dismissed by Matthew Potts and youngster Ben McKinney fell lbw to Mitchell Santner. At 40/2, the innings looked shaky, but Rachin Ravindra injected life into the contest with a 14-ball 31, striking six crisp boundaries. His attacking intent prevented scoreboard pressure from building.
Buttler’s class shines through
Captain Jos Buttler, cautious at first, gradually shifted gears. He blended control with aggression, finishing unbeaten on 64 off 45 deliveries with five boundaries and four sixes. His innings showcased not just power hitting but also game awareness, ensuring stability after the early setbacks.
Klaasen’s much-needed return to form
The turning point came with Heinrich Klaasen’s fiery knock. Entering the match after a prolonged lean patch—15 innings without a fifty—the South African finally unleashed his trademark hitting. He smashed 50* off just 25 balls, hammering four sixes and four fours. Crucially, Klaasen dominated the final overs, facing nine of the last ten deliveries and plundering 30 runs, lifting the Originals to a daunting 171/3.
Buttler and Klaasen’s 69-run stand in just 36 balls ensured the team finished with momentum, scoring 91 in the second half of their innings.
Superchargers Collapse Under Pressure
The chase began positively for Northern Superchargers, with Zak Crawley finding early boundaries. However, once Josh Tongue dismissed him, the innings unraveled.
Key wickets trigger collapse
Tongue struck again to remove Michael Pepper, while Harry Brook’s cameo was cut short by Ravindra. Noor Ahmad’s very first delivery claimed Dan Lawrence, leaving the Superchargers tottering at 42/4.
Dawid Malan and David Miller tried to steady the innings with a brief stand, but Sonny Baker’s sharp spell turned the tide. Baker bowled Malan for 19, and though Miller resisted with a fighting 38, wickets kept tumbling.
Baker’s dramatic hat-trick seals the game
The final blow came when Baker cleaned up the tail, grabbing a sensational hat-trick to dismiss the Superchargers for just 114 in 87 balls. Tongue (3/21), Baker (3/21), and Ravindra (2/17) starred in a disciplined bowling effort that backed up the strong batting performance.
Brief Scores
Manchester Originals 171/3 in 100 balls (Jos Buttler 64*, Heinrich Klaasen 50*, Rachin Ravindra 31; Matthew Potts 2/39)
Northern Superchargers 114 in 87 balls (David Miller 38; Josh Tongue 3/21, Sonny Baker 3/21, Rachin Ravindra 2/17)
Result: Manchester Originals won by 57 runs.
Key Takeaways
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Jos Buttler’s unbeaten 64 was a captain’s knock under pressure.
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Heinrich Klaasen’s return to form could be a game-changer for the Originals’ campaign.
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Sonny Baker’s hat-trick capped a collective bowling effort that dismantled the Superchargers.
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