Two-time champions Oval Invincibles and the London Spirit will go head-to-head in the Eliminator of the ongoing 4th edition of The Hundred (Women’s) at Kennington Oval, London. The game is scheduled for the 17th of August 2024, at 6:45 PM Indian Standard Time (IST).
Squads:
Oval Invincibles – Marizanne Kapp, Alice Capsey, Lauren Winfield-Hill, Amanda-Jade Wellington, Mady Villiers, Paige Scholfield, Sophia Smale, Ryana MacDonald-Gay, Jo Gardner, Lizzie Scott, Georgie Boyce, Rachel Slater, Amara Carr
London Spirit – Meg Lanning, Heather Knight, Deepti Sharma, Danielle Gibson, Charlie Dean, Sarah Glenn, Cordelia Griffith, Georgia Redmayne, Eva Gray, Sophie Munro, Hannah Jones, Tara Norris, Niamh Holland, Abbey Freeborn, Ellie Anderson
Players to watch out:
Marizanne Kapp
The 34-year-old all-rounder in The Hundred has amassed 604 runs from 24 appearances, at a strike rate of 131.30, and taken 36 wickets at an economy rate of 5.90, while registering bests of 64 and 4/9. Marizanne has had another outstanding campaign this season, registering scores of 47, 19*, 26*, 30*, and 26*, alongside returning figures of 4/11, 0/20, 0/19, 1/11, and 3/8. She can be counted on to deliver the goods.
Ryana MacDonald-Gay
The 20-year-old pacer has scalped 21 wickets from 19 innings in The Hundred, including a best of 4/16, maintaining an economy rate of 8.20. This season, Ryana has taken 8 wickets from as many outings, and her recent returns read 2/26, 1/18, 1/7, 1/21, and 0/17. She has been consistent with the ball throughout this domestic season, and it will be hoped she capitalizes on this momentum in the must-win match.
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Heather Knight
The 33-year-old all-rounder has posted 537 runs at a strike rate of 128.46, from 21 appearances in The Hundred, while also taking 4 wickets from 8 innings. Heather kicked off this season with a solid 65* and has repeatedly stepped up with important knocks, recording scores of 26, 29, 29*, and 43*. Given her form, she can be trusted to step up again with a good knock or cameo and can also be handy with the ball.
Sarah Glenn
The 26-year-old bowling all-rounder has picked up 30 wickets from 28 outings in The Hundred, maintaining an economy rate of 7.35, while also contributing 82 runs at a strike rate of 107.89. Sarah, in her previous four outings, has returned figures of 1/28, 2/20, 1/26, and 0/16, and hasn’t been required much with the bat. She can be relied upon for breakthroughs, continuing this strong bowling form.
Pitch:
The 22 yards at Kennington Oval is relatively balanced, with an average score in the 130s. While conditions are conducive to batting, the wicket also offers enough assistance to both pacers and spinners.
Weather:
The conditions are ideal for cricket in London, with a bright, clear overhead. The temperature is forecasted to hover around 22°C, with light winds and a humidity level of 52%.
Fantasy playing XI:
Georgia Redmayne, Heather Knight, Meg Lanning, Marizanne Kapp, Deepti Sharma, Danielle Gibson, Charlie Dean, Sarah Glenn, Amanda-Jade Wellington, Ryana MacDonald-Gay, Sophia Smale
Match details:
Date – August 17, 2024
Time – 6:45 PM IST
Venue – Kennington Oval, London
Broadcast – The game will be telecasted on the Sony Sports Network and will be available for live-stream on Sony LIV and Fancode.