Oval Invincibles Win Second Consecutive Hundred Title

Oval Invincibles claimed their second consecutive men's Hundred title with a 17-run victory over Southern Brave at Lord's, becoming the first team to win four trophies across both men's and women's competitions. Set a target of 148, Brave's innings faltered dramatically from 58-0 to 102-7, largely due to a stunning spell from Saqib Mahmood, who took three crucial wickets in just six balls. Will Jacks provided a solid start for Invincibles, scoring 37 runs, while Sam Curran and Jordan Cox contributed 25 each, and Tom Curran added a quick 24 to finish the innings at 147 for nine. Mahmood’s exceptional bowling performance, which included figures of 3 for 17, sealed the match, highlighting the Invincibles' dominance in the tournament. This victory at Lord's was watched by nearly 29,000 fans, underscoring the growing popularity of The Hundred format. The win reaffirms the Invincibles' status as the strongest side in the competition over the past two years.