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LS-M vs OI-M Match Analysis

The Men’s Hundred 2025 kicks off with an exciting London derby as the London Spirit take on the Oval Invincibles at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground on August 5. The match is expected to begin at 6:30 PM local time, and fans can expect fireworks from the very first pitch. 

London Spirit (Men) are coming into the tournament with a solid mix of international experience and domestic performers. The likes of David Warner and Kane Williamson add class to the top order, while bowlers like Olly Stone and Luke Wood bring genuine firepower. 

Oval Invincibles (Men), the defending champions, return with a powerful squad headlined by Rashid Khan, the Curran brothers, and big-hitting Will Jacks. Under the leadership of Sam Billings, they’ll be confident of maintaining their dominance in the tournament. 

London Spirit vs Oval Invincibles Team Preview & Squads

London Spirit

Kane Williamson steps in as the driving force behind LS campaign. He is known for his calmness and tactical insight and is an internationally experienced captain. He will be looking to build stability at the top and will look to lead on and off the field.

LS batting lineup is packed with seasoned internationals and in-form domestic players. David Warner and Kane Williamson form a formidable opening pair, while the likes of Ollie Pope and Jamie Smith provide middle-order muscle..

Spirit’s bowling attack offers a healthy mix of pace and spin. Luke Wood and Olly Stone offer serious pace, while Liam Dawson brings accuracy and experience with his left-arm spin. The presence of Richard Gleeson and Daniel Worrall ensures the seam department has backup and versatility.

The last time London Spirit played in the 2024 season, they met the Northern Superchargers in Leeds. TThe match was curtailed by rain and decided via DLS, with Spirit managing a modest 111/8 on a slow surface. The Chargers chased a revised target of 44 in just 44 balls and won convincingly by 21 runs, exposing Spirit’s struggles in both departments.

London Spirit Squad

London Spirit

Kane Williamson, David Warner, Jamie Overton, Jamie Smith, Ollie Pope (wk), Liam Dawson, Luke Wood, Ashton Turner, Richard Gleeson, Olly Stone, Wayne Madsen, Keaton Jennings, Sean Dickson, Jafer Chohan, Daniel Worrall, Ryan Higgins

Oval Invincibles 

Once again, Sam Billings will anchor the OI with his leadership at the top. A reliable wicketkeeper-batter and experienced campaigner in white-ball formats, Billings brings aggression and flair to the leadership role. 

Known for their firepower, the Invincibles feature a bold and dynamic batting core. Will Jacks, Sam Curran, and Donovan Ferreira can change the game in a few deliveries, while Billings and Jordan Cox provide middle-order reliability. 

Bowling is a major strength for the Invincibles. Rashid Khan is the trump card in the spin department, while the Curran brothers offer swing and pace. With Jason Behrendorff, Saqib Mahmood, and Gus Atkinson in the mix, the bowling attack is versatile, lethal, and built for Lord’s conditions.

OI ended the 2024 season on a high, defeating Southern Brave in the final at Lord’s. Batting first, they scraped together 147/9 in an innings filled with nerves. Their bowlers, led by Rashid and the Currans, restricted Brave to 130/7. The 17-run win crowned them champions, showcasing their composure under pressure.

Oval Invincibles Squad

Oval Invincibles

Rashid Khan, Will Jacks, Sam Curran, Sam Billings (C) (wk), Tom Curran, Donovan Ferreira, Gus Atkinson, Jason Behrendorff, Saqib Mahmood, Jordan Cox, Tawanda Muyeye, Zafar Gohar, Miles Hammond, Nathan Sowter, George Scrimshaw

LS-M vs OI-M Outfield Report

Lord’s, London

Lord’s traditionally offers a true surface with good bounce and carry for seamers early on. Spinners might come into play as the match progresses, especially under lights. Batters who spend some time at the crease will be rewarded for their patience.

The weather forecast for August 5 in London shows mostly clear skies with mild evening temperatures around 22°C. Slight humidity is expected, which could help swing bowlers in the first innings. No rain interruptions are expected, so a full match is likely.

Lord’s has seen a wide range of totals in The Hundred. Batting first, teams often aim for 140–160 as a competitive score. However, anything below 130 while defending could be tough due to the relatively short boundaries and quick outfield.

London Spirit vs Oval Invincibles Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

The recent head-to-head record favors Oval Invincibles, who have claimed victory in three of the past five games. 

LS-M vs OI-M Prediction

According to cricket analysts Oval Invincibles have a 54% chance of Winning.