Predictions, betting tips, and odds for the upcoming clash between The Hundred teams, Oval Invincibles and Trent Rockets.
The much-anticipated return of The Hundred, the ECB's franchise cricket tournament, is upon us. On Thursday, August 21, the Oval Invincibles will take on Trent Rockets at The Oval in London.
In the women's game, which starts at 3pm, the Invincibles, led by captain Laura Wolvaardt, will face a tough challenge against the Trent Rockets, captained by Sarah Glenn. The Invincibles have had a mixed season so far, with two wins and three defeats from five games. Their latest outing saw them fall to the unbeaten Southern Brave, while the Rockets' women's team has struggled, losing four of their five games. Stopping Invincibles' Australian opener Meg Lanning will be crucial for the Rockets' hopes of success.
The men's game, starting at 6.30pm, sees the Invincibles, who are favourites to win both games, take on the Rockets. The Invincibles claimed last year's Men's Hundred crown, while the London Spirit won the Women's Hundred for the first time in 2024. The Invincibles' men's team boasts impressive form, with Tom Banton averaging 37.2 runs in this year's tournament. Banton has also scored 186 runs in five innings for Trent Rockets in the men's Hundred.
The Invincibles have a net run rate of 2.349, which is a huge bonus in the race for a top-three finish. Their last match at The Oval resulted in a record 226-4 against the Welsh Fire.
Sky Sports Cricket will broadcast the games, and you can catch all the action live. For those looking to place a bet, the latest odds for the women's game are 8-13 for the Invincibles and 5-4 for the Rockets, while for the men's game, the odds are 8-11 for the Invincibles and 11-10 for the Rockets.
The article also offers free bets and betting offers from the Racing Post. For more tips, check out Racing Post Sport's tips, Fantasy Premier League tips, and Steve Palmer's free predictions and golf betting tips.
For those new to The Hundred, the tournament features 100 balls per team, and it is not a T20 competition. The games are part of The Hundred competition, which includes both men's and women's teams.
The Hundred offers an exciting new format for cricket fans, and with the Oval Invincibles looking strong, Thursday's games promise to be a thrilling encounter. Don't miss out on the action!
FAQs
- What is The Hundred? The Hundred is a new franchise cricket tournament in England and Wales, featuring both men's and women's teams. Each team receives 100 balls.
- Who are the reigning champions of The Hundred? The Oval Invincibles won the Men's Hundred in 2021, while the London Spirit won the Women's Hundred in 2024.
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