Leeds Sunrisers End Manchester Super Giants’ Unbeaten Run in Thrilling Chase
- The Leeds Sunrisers defeated the Manchester Super Giants on July 28, 2026, ending the Giants' unbeaten start to the season.
- The chase was led by half-centuries from Mitch Marsh and Zak Crawley.
- The Leeds Sunrisers required 183 runs to win after the Manchester Super Giants posted a total of 182.
The Leeds Sunrisers defeated the Manchester Super Giants on July 28, 2026, ending the Giants’ unbeaten start to the season. According to BBC Sport, the Sunrisers successfully chased down a target of 182 runs to secure the victory.
The chase was led by half-centuries from Mitch Marsh and Zak Crawley. Harry Brook contributed 42 runs to the total, according to reporting from BBC Sport.
Sunrisers batting performance against Manchester Super Giants
The Leeds Sunrisers required 183 runs to win after the Manchester Super Giants posted a total of 182. BBC Sport reports that the partnership between Mitch Marsh and Zak Crawley proved decisive, as both players scored 50 or more runs during the innings.
Harry Brook provided additional support in the middle order, scoring 42 runs. This combined effort allowed the Sunrisers to surpass the target and hand the Super Giants their first loss of the season, according to BBC Sport.
Impact on Manchester Super Giants season record
Prior to the match on July 28, 2026, the Manchester Super Giants had not lost a game. The defeat to the Leeds Sunrisers marks the first time this season the Giants have failed to secure a win, according to BBC Sport.