The Women’s Hundred, since its inception in 2021, has delivered high-octane cricket with its innovative 100-ball format. Now in its sixth edition (21 July–16 August 2026), the tournament has witnessed just three tied matches across five completed seasons, a rare feat that underscores the fine margins and thrilling finishes that define this competition.
From the first tied game at Headingley in 2024 to the latest London Derby thriller at the Oval in 2026, these matches showcase the depth of talent and competitive parity in women’s cricket.
Northern Superchargers (now Sunrisers Leeds) vs Southern Brave, 30 July 2024
The first-ever tied match in Women’s Hundred history unfolded at Headingley, Leeds, on 30 July 2024, during the tournament’s fourth edition. Southern Brave captain Georgia Adams won the toss and elected to bat, posting 100/8 in their 100 balls. Maia Bouchier (22 off 14), Chloe Tryon (25 off 24), and Lauren Bell (10 off 5) contributed with the bat. For Northern Superchargers, Linsey Smith (2/24), Annabel Sutherland (1/10), and Georgia Wareham (1/12) bowled tightly. Chasing 101, the home side managed 100/7, with Phoebe Litchfield (24 off 28) and Alice Davidson-Richards (27 off 22) leading the charge. Lauren Bell’s 4/11 earned her Player of the Match, and both teams shared the points.
London Spirit vs Oval Invincibles (now MI London), 4 August 2024
The second tie arrived just days later at Lord’s on 4 August 2024, as London Spirit, skippered by Heather Knight, faced Oval Invincibles led by Lauren Winfield-Hill. Oval won the toss and chose to bowl. London Spirit made 113/9, with Deepti Sharma (44 off 34) and Eva Gray (18* off 12) top-scoring. Sophia Smale (2/22), Ryana MacDonald-Gay (2/26), and Marizanne Kapp (4/11) shone with the ball for Oval. In reply, Oval Invincibles fell one run short at 113/8, despite Marizanne Kapp (47 off 32) and Alice Capsey (27 off 18). Deepti Sharma took 3/18 for London Spirit, but Kapp’s decisive all-round display won her Player of the Match.
MI London (formerly Oval Invincibles) vs London Spirit, 29 July 2026
The third tie in tournament history came in the ongoing 2026 edition, during a London Derby at the Kennington Oval on 29 July 2026. London Spirit captain Charlie Dean won the toss and opted to bowl. MI London posted 151/4, powered by Amelia Kerr (49 off 32) and Chinelle Henry (33* off 12). Marizanne Kapp (2/24) was the pick of the Spirit bowlers. Chasing 152, London Spirit reached 151/5, thanks to Amy Jones (49 off 36), Marie Kelly (45 off 28), and Kapp (25 off 13). MI London’s Kirstie Gordon (2/29) and Hayley Matthews (2/33) bowled well. Marie Kelly’s decisive innings earned her Player of the Match, and both sides shared the points.
These three ties, spanning two editions and featuring standout performers like Marizanne Kapp, Lauren Bell, and Marie Kelly, reflect the Women’s Hundred’s ability to produce edge-of-the-seat cricket, where every ball can tilt the balance.
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