In The Women’s Hundred 2026, Manchester Super Giants come into Match 18 holding third spot on the table with 10 points from four outings, registering two wins, one loss, and a no-result with a clean +0.711 net run rate. On the other hand, MI London are down in seventh place with just 2 points, still searching for their first win of the season after three losses and a dramatic last-ball tie, leaving them with a -1.379 NRR.
Squads:
MI London Women’s Cricket Team
Danni Wyatt-Hodge, Francesca Sweet, Hollie Armitage (C), Chinelle Henry, Hayley Matthews, Nicola Carey, Alice Davidson-Richards, Tara Norris, Alice Monaghan, Kalea Moore, Amelia Kerr, Kira Chathli, Eleanor Threlkeld, Kirstie Gordon, Alexa Stonehouse, Danielle Gregory, Kate Coppack
Manchester Super Giants Women’s Cricket Team
Meg Lanning (C), Grace Ballinger, Maitlan Brown, Kathryn Bryce, Sophie Ecclestone, Joanne Gardner, Richa Ghosh, Beth Langston, Ryana MacDonald-Gay, Smriti Mandhana, Mia Rogers, Paige Scholfield, Grace Scrivens, Bex Tyson, Mady Villiers, Natasha Wraith
Players to watch out:
Danni Wyatt-Hodge
Danni Wyatt-Hodge has made key contributions at the top, scoring 93 runs across 3 innings. Anchored by an unbeaten high score of 52*, she holds a clean average of 46.50 and a strike rate of 132.85. Her calculated approach has seen her strike 9 boundary fours without taking unnecessary risks.
Smriti Mandhana
Smriti Mandhana has been in blistering touch, accumulating 109 runs in just 3 innings while being dismissed only twice. She leads with a high score of 88* and a towering average of 54.50, operating at a strike rate of 155.71. Her boundary-hitting ability has been on full display, clearing the fence for 4 sixes alongside 11 fours.
Hayley Matthews
Hayley Matthews has made an impact across both departments in her 4 matches. With the bat, she has chipped in with 93 runs at a strike rate of 132.85, highlighting a top score of 33. With the ball, she has been equally influential, taking 8 wickets in 75 balls with best figures of 4/22.
Ryana MacDonald-Gay
Ryana MacDonald-Gay has provided quality breakthroughs in her 3 bowling appearances, picking up 4 wickets off 51 balls. Her campaign features a brilliant spell of 4/17, keeping her bowling average to a neat 19.00. Striking every 12.75 balls, she remains a potent threat in the attack.
Pitch:
The Oval offers one of the most balanced surfaces. Early in a match, batters enjoy consistent pace, true bounce, and good carry to the keeper, making it ideal for strokeplay. As the game goes on, spin becomes a major factor, offering turn and variable bounce in the fourth innings.
Weather:
London is set for pleasant summer conditions with sunny intervals throughout the day. Temperatures will peak around 26°C to 27°C with mild nighttime lows around 13°C, and light winds.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Danni Wyatt-Hodge, Chinelle Henry, Hayley Matthews, Nicola Carey, Amelia Kerr, Danielle Gregory, Meg Lanning, Sophie Ecclestone, Richa Ghosh, Ryana MacDonald-Gay, Smriti Mandhana
Match Details:
Date – August 02, 2026
Time – 7:00 PM IST
Venue – Kennington Oval, London
Broadcast – The game will be telecasted on Star Sports network.
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