The 2025 season of The Hundred commences with a blockbuster clash between two powerhouses, defending champions London Spirit and two-time champions Oval Invincibles. Under the evening lights and electric atmosphere at Lord’s, it’s North vs South London, pride vs pedigree.
London Spirit return with the weight of expectation but the confidence of champions – led by a refreshed core and star performers looking to defend their crown. But standing in their way is The Invincibles who can rise to the big stage. With international talent, homegrown firepower, and rivalry running deep, this opener promises fireworks from ball one.
Head-to-Head:
Total Matches played: 7
London Spirit wins: 3
Oval Invincibles wins: 4
While Oval Invincibles dominated the early years, champions in 2021 and 2022, the tides shifted in 2024 as London Spirit stormed through to lift their maiden Hundred trophy. The Spirit edged ahead in the recent battles, winning 4 matches last season, but the Invincibles weren’t far behind with 5 wins, finishing 3rd overall. A modern-day rivalry that’s become a fixture of firepower, flair, and fierce cricket.
Where to Watch: London Spirit vs Oval Invincibles –
Venue: Lord’s, London
Date: Tuesday, August 5, 2025
Time: 7:45 PM IST
Broadcast Details – England
TV Broadcast: Sky Sports
Radio Commentary: BBC Radio 5 Live Sports Extra
Digital Clips & Highlights: BBC Sport website and app
Broadcast Details – India
Live Streaming: Sony Liv App & FanCode
TV Broadcast: Sony Sports Network
Squads:
London Spirit Women’s Cricket Team
Heather Knight, Grace Harris, Sarah Glenn, Danielle Gibson, Deepti Sharma, Charlie Dean, Eva Gray, Georgia Redmayne, Issy Wong, Cordelia Griffith, Tara Norris, Sophie Munro, Rebecca Tyson, Abi Norgrove, Kate Coppack
Oval Invincibles Women’s Cricket Team
Paige Scholfield, Marizanne Kapp, Lauren Winfield-Hill, Alice Capsey, Meg Lanning, Amanda-Jade Wellington, Ryana MacDonald-Gay, Tash Farrant, Phoebe Franklin, Sophia Smale, Kalea Moore, Jo Gardner, Rachel Slater, Daisy Gibb, Rebecca Odgers
The Hundred (Women’s) Schedule:
London Spirit Women’s Fixtures:
Tuesday, 05 Aug 25, 1st Match- London Spirit (W) Vs Oval Invincibles (W), 7:45 PM
Saturday, 09 Aug 25, 6th Match- Welsh Fire (W) Vs London Spirit (W), 7:00 PM
Monday, 11 Aug 25, 9th Match- Manchester Originals (W) Vs London Spirit (W), 7:30 PM
Thursday, 14 Aug 25, 13th Match- London Spirit (W) Vs Trent Rockets (W), 7:30 PM
Sunday, 17 Aug 25, 18th Match- Birmingham Phoenix (W) Vs London Spirit (W), 7:00 PM
Wednesday, 20 Aug 25, 22nd Match- London Spirit (W) Vs Northern Superchargers (W), 7:30 PM
Saturday, 23 Aug 25, 26th Match- London Spirit (W) Vs Southern Brave (W), 7:00 PM
Monday, 25 Aug 25, 29th Match- Oval Invincibles (W) Vs London Spirit (W), 7:30 PM
Oval Invincibles Women’s Fixtures:
Tuesday, 05 Aug 25, 1st Match- London Spirit (W) Vs Oval Invincibles (W), 7:45 PM
Saturday, 09 Aug 25, 5th Match- Oval Invincibles (W) Vs Manchester Originals (W), 3:30 PM
Tuesday, 12 Aug 25, 10th Match- Birmingham Phoenix (W) Vs Oval Invincibles (W), 7:30 PM
Saturday, 16 Aug 25, 16th Match- Oval Invincibles (W) Vs Welsh Fire (W), 7:00 PM
Monday, 18 Aug 25, 19th Match- Southern Brave (W) Vs Oval Invincibles (W), 7:30 PM
Thursday, 21 Aug 25, 23rd Match- Oval Invincibles (W) Vs Trent Rockets (W), 7:30 PM
Saturday, 23 Aug 25, 25th Match- Northern Superchargers (W) Vs Oval Invincibles (W), 3:30 PM
Monday, 25 Aug 25, 29th Match- Oval Invincibles (W) Vs London Spirit (W), 7:30 PM
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