With two wins from their opening two matches and sitting comfortably at the top of the points table with eight points, Southern Brave Women have made a commanding start to The Hundred Women 2026. Their positive Net Run Rate of +0.349 reflects their all-round dominance, while MI London Women find themselves at the opposite end of the table after consecutive defeats, yet to register a point and carrying a Net Run Rate of -2.862.
Squads:
Southern Brave Women’s Cricket Team
Sophie Molineux (C), Ellie Anderson, Lauren Bell, Maia Bouchier, Tilly Corteen-Coleman, Naomi Dattani, Phoebe Franklin, Katherine Fraser, Daisy Gibb, Sarah Glenn, Jodi Grewcock, Lizelle Lee, Rebecca Odgers, Jemimah Rodrigues, Laura Wolvaardt, Issy Wong.
MI London Women’s Cricket Team
Hollie Armitage (C), Nicola Carey, Kira Chathli, Kate Coppack, Alice Davidson-Richards, Kirstie Gordon, Danielle Gregory, Chinelle Henry, Melie Kerr, Hayley Matthews, Alice Monaghan, Kala Moore, Tara Norris, Alexa Stonehouse, Francesca Sweet, Eleanor Threlkeld, Danni Wyatt-Hodge
Players to watch out:
Laura Wolvaardt
Laura Wolvaardt has once again underlined why she is regarded as one of the finest top-order batters in world cricket. The South African opener has carried her impressive form into The Hundred Women. Her overall record in The Hundred is equally remarkable, having amassed 1,090 runs in 38 matches and 37 innings at an excellent average of 38.92 and a strike rate of 125.14. With five half-centuries, the highest score of 90*. Wolvaardt remains the backbone of the Brave batting lineup and will once again be expected to provide a strong foundation.
Lauren Bell
Lauren Bell has continued to establish herself as one of the premier fast bowlers in The Hundred with her consistent wicket-taking ability and disciplined new-ball spells. Her overall numbers in The Hundred are even more impressive, with 62 wickets in 43 matches at an outstanding average of 15.12 and an economical 6.79 runs per over. Bell’s best bowling figures of 4/6, combined with three four-wicket hauls and a strike rate of 13.3 balls per wicket, highlight her ability to dismantle batting line-ups. Her battle with MI London’s experienced top order could play a decisive role in the outcome of this contest.
Alice Davidson-Richards
Alice Davidson-Richards has been one of MI London’s brightest performers despite the team’s difficult start to the tournament. In The Hundred career, Davidson-Richards has scored 512 runs in 35 innings from 42 appearances at a strike rate of 107.78, including the highest score of 50. With the ball, she has collected 24 wickets in 23 innings, maintaining a respectable average of 22.70, an economy rate of 8.88, and best figures of 3/20. MI London will be hoping she delivers another impactful all-round performance as they chase their first victory of the season.
Kirstie Gordon
Experienced left-arm spinner Kirstie Gordon remains MI London’s primary wicket-taking option through the middle overs and has already begun the tournament strongly with three wickets in her opening two matches. Her accuracy and ability to vary her pace make her a difficult bowler to score against on balanced surfaces. Gordon has enjoyed a productive career in The Hundred, claiming 42 wickets in 39 matches at an impressive average of 20.61 while conceding just 7.58 runs per over. Her career-best figures of 4/15 and strike rate of 16.3 underline her knack for producing breakthroughs at crucial moments.
Pitch:
The Utilita Bowl in Southampton traditionally offers a balanced wicket where seamers enjoy movement with the new ball before conditions become ideal for batting. The even bounce allows stroke-makers to play freely once they settle, while spinners often find assistance during the latter stages of the innings. A first-innings score in the region of 120-130 should prove competitive.
Weather:
The forecast for Southampton predicts pleasant conditions with partly cloudy skies and no significant chance of rain. Temperatures are expected to remain around 22-24°C, providing excellent conditions for an uninterrupted evening of cricket.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Laura Wolvaardt, Maia Bouchier, Alice Davidson-Richards, Hayley Matthews, Jemimah Rodrigues, Sophie Molineux, Sarah Glenn, Lauren Bell, Kirstie Gordon, Tilly Corteen-Coleman, Issy Wong
Match Details:
Date – July 27, 2026
Time – 7:30 PM IST
Venue – Utilita Bowl, Southampton
Broadcast – The match will be telecasted on Star Sports network.
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