Northern Superchargers Secure Second Place, Reach The Hundred Eliminator

The Northern Superchargers secured second place in The Hundred standings with a dominant eight-wicket victory over Manchester Originals at Headingley, chasing down a modest target of 94 with 35 balls to spare. This win guarantees the Superchargers a spot in Saturday's Eliminator and ensures London Spirit will also join the knockout stage, while Southern Brave await in the Final. The Originals, needing a big win to improve their net run rate and advance, struggled after an initial bright start from Beth Mooney, ultimately being bowled out for a low total. The Superchargers bowlers, led by Annabel Sutherland with 3-15, Nicola Carey, and Kate Cross, maintained tight control throughout the Originals’ innings. In response, Alice Davidson-Richards, Sutherland, and Phoebe Litchfield led the chase with aggressive and composed batting, putting the result beyond doubt well before the end. This outcome not only confirms the teams advancing but also highlights the Superchargers' strong form, extending their unbeaten record at Headingley.