However, a Superchargers victory would keep them firmly in the hunt for a qualification place. That would put them on seven points, level with Originals, Trent Rockets and Southern Brave.
Whoever wins today, it is all set up for an exciting climax to the group stage...
Live Reporting
Tom Mallows, Sam Drury and Mike Peter
All times stated are UK
Originals won the toss and bat
Wayne Parnell calls 'heads', the coin comes down 'tails' and Originals skipper Jos Buttler opts to bat first.
Calvin Harrison comes in for Usama Mir, who is away on international duty, for the Originals.
Superchargers bring in Callum Parkinson for Matthew Potts.
Post update
There is some rain in the air but it has stopped for now and we're still on for a 14:30 BST start.
Post update
It's all to play for as we head into our second game of the day at Emirates Old Trafford!
Manchester Originals beat Northern Superchargers in the women's game and if the men can follow suit, they will move up to second and be in a good position to secure a place in the top three.
However, a Superchargers victory would keep them firmly in the hunt for a qualification place. That would put them on seven points, level with Originals, Trent Rockets and Southern Brave.
Whoever wins today, it is all set up for an exciting climax to the group stage...