In The Women’s Hundred 2026, Match 28 sees two teams looking for a vital late-season push as London Spirit take on Birmingham Phoenix. London Spirit currently sits 6th on the table with 6 points from six games, having recorded one win, four losses, and a tie alongside a net run rate of -0.643. Birmingham Phoenix finds themselves at the bottom in 8th place, also tied on 6 points with a single win, four defeats, and one wash-out, carrying a heavy net run rate of -2.092.
Squads:
London Spirit Women’s Cricket Team
Charlie Dean (C), Olivia Barnes, Nadine de Klerk, Deandra Dottin, Mahika Gaur, Katie George, Josie Groves, Grace Harris, Lucy Higham, Trudy Johnson, Amy Jones, Sterre Kalis, Marizanne Kapp, Marie Kelly, Charis Pavely, Hannah Rainey, Seren Smale
Birmingham Phoenix Women’s Cricket Team
Ellyse Perry (C), Meg Austin, Tammy Beaumont, Phoebe Brett, Alice Capsey, Fatima Sana, Lauren Filer, Eva Gray, Alana King, Emma Lamb, Esmae MacGregor, Eve O’Neill, Davina Perrin, Kayla Reyneke, Linsey Smith, Jemima Spence
Players to watch out:
Nadine de Klerk
Nadine de Klerk has provided valuable middle-order muscle for London Spirit, accumulating 141 runs across 6 matches with a best score of 41 not out. Averaging 28.20 with a strike rate of 124.77, she has shown great composure under pressure. Her knack for clearing the boundary is evident from her tally of 7 sixes alongside 7 fours, making her a crucial finisher for her side.
Ellyse Perry
Ellyse Perry continues to lead from the front for Birmingham Phoenix, amassing 155 runs in 5 matches at an exceptional average of 51.66. Striking at 135.96, her campaign includes a finest score of 68 not out and one half-century. She has anchored the innings brilliantly while finding the gaps cleanly, crashing 19 fours and 3 sixes along the way.
Marizanne Kapp
Marizanne Kapp has been a dominant force with the ball for London Spirit, taking 10 wickets in 6 matches at a remarkable average of 12.10. Operating with exceptional control, she has bowled 24 full overs (120 balls) including 2 maidens, maintaining a miserly economy rate of 6.05. Her best figures of 3 for 12 showcase her ability to stifle batters early and deliver tight spells when it matters most.
Alice Capsey
Alice Capsey has contributed with her off-spin for Birmingham Phoenix, capturing 4 wickets across 5 matches in 12 overs (60 balls). Delivering steady spells with best figures of 2 for 24, she maintains a bowling average of 22.50 and an economy rate of 9.00. Her bowling strike rate of 15.00 highlights her capacity to chip in with key breakthroughs during tight phases of the game.
Pitch:
The surface at Lord’s is defined by its iconic slope running across the outfield. While the pitch itself provides a firm, true bounce and reliable pace for batters, the slope creates unique bowling angles. Seamers coming downhill slant the ball into right-handers, whereas those bowling from the opposite end can move the ball away off the seam.
Weather:
London will see warm conditions with persistent sunshine and light cloud cover. High temperatures are set to peak between 25°C and 31°C, dipping to a low near 15°C overnight. There is minimal risk of rain at less than 5%, alongside a gentle breeze.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Charlie Dean, Nadine de Klerk, Deandra Dottin, Amy Jones, Marizanne Kapp, Ellyse Perry, Tammy Beaumont, Alice Capsey, Fatima Sana, Lauren Filer, Linsey Smith
Match Details:
Date – August 09, 2026
Time – 7:30 PM IST
Venue – Lord’s, London
Broadcast – The game will be telecasted on Star Sports network.
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