MI London begin the 2026 Hundred campaign as the team to beat, earning a 55% win probability in our ML vs SRL match prediction. Backed by four wins from their previous five fixtures, they look well equipped for the challenge. Nicholas Pooran’s attacking intent with the bat and Rashid Khan’s world-class spin provide key match-winning weapons.
MI London vs Sunrisers Leeds Match Details
Match | MI London vs Sunrisers Leeds | 1st Match | The Hundred Men’s Competition 2026 |
Date | 21/07/2026 (Monday) |
Time | BDT 11:30 PM / PKT 10:30 PM / INR 11:00 PM |
Format | 100 balls |
Venue | Kennington Oval, London |
Recent Performance | MI London – W W L W W, Sunrisers Leeds – L W W L NR |
ML vs SRL 2026: Live Streaming & Broadcast Info
The Hundred Men’s Competition 2026 is available across the globe through the following broadcast platforms:
- Pakistan: Sony Sports Network, Tapmad
- India: Sony Sports Network (TV), FanCode (Digital)
- Bangladesh: Sony Sports Network
- United Kingdom: Sky Sports (Every match live), BBC iPlayer / BBC TV (Selected matches)
- USA & Canada: Willow TV
- Australia & New Zealand: Fox Sports (Australia)
- Sri Lanka: Sony Sports Network, SLT-Mobitel PEOTV
- Nepal: Sony Sports Network
- MENA: Cricbuzz TV
- Worldwide: Matches available via Sports Live Hub for global streaming access across regions.
MI London vs Sunrisers Leeds Toss Prediction
MI London are expected to win the toss and bat first at Kennington Oval. The surface rewards first-innings totals, and setting 170+ would give ML’s bowling attack a clear target to defend. Dew under the evening lights could make chasing slightly easier later on, which further justifies the decision to bat first and let Rashid Khan and Sam Curran do the damage with ball in hand.
Kennington Oval, London Pitch Report
Kennington Oval, London
The Kennington Oval is one of the more batting-friendly venues in The Hundred, with a true surface that allows attacking stroke-play from ball one. Boundaries are accessible, and scores in the 160–180 range are typical here. Spinners can grip the surface in the middle overs, which gives Rashid Khan a potentially decisive role. First-innings teams have a solid record at this ground, making the toss a key factor in this encounter.
Weather Report
London in July typically brings mild conditions, with temperatures hovering in the mid-to-high teens Celsius during the evening. Rain is always a possibility at this time of year, though forecasts suggest a playable night at the Oval. Dew could develop as the match progresses under lights, making the ball slippery and slightly easing the challenge for second-innings batters — another argument in favour of batting first.
ML vs SRL Head-to-Head Records
Matches Played | 5 |
ML Won | 2 |
SRL Won | 3 |
Tied | 0 |
No Result | 0 |
First-ever Fixture | July 31, 2021 |
Most-recent Fixture | August 23, 2025 |
MI London vs Sunrisers Leeds Team Preview & Squads
MI London
Sam Curran is the heartbeat of MI London. A captain who leads from the front and backs it up as the team’s most dangerous seamer. His ability to take wickets in the powerplay and death balls makes him a vital tactical lever, and his reading of the game in this format has clearly sharpened into something that gives ML a genuine edge over most opponents at the Oval.
The batting structure centres around Will Jacks and Nicholas Pooran. Jacks provides the platform at the top with smart accumulation and timely acceleration, while Pooran is the outright destructive force, tipped as the predicted top run-scorer and most sixes-hitter in this fixture. Jason Roy, Ollie Pope, and James Vince provide experience and flexibility in the middle order, giving ML the depth to absorb early setbacks and still threaten 170+.
At the heart of MI London’s bowling attack is Rashid Khan, whose clever variations and wrist-spin make him a formidable force during the middle phase. Sam Curran and Trent Boult form a quality new-ball partnership, with Boult capable of exploiting any early movement, while Nathan Sowter and Callum Parkinson add valuable spin depth. Together, they create a versatile attack capable of winning matches.
MI London Squad:
MI London
Sam Curran, Trent Boult, Tom Curran, Richard Gleeson, Will Jacks, Callum Parkinson, Nicholas Pooran, Ollie Pope, Rashid Khan, Jason Roy, Sherfane Rutherford, Nathan Sowter, Olly Stone, Ollie Sykes, James Vince
Sunrisers Leeds
Zak Crawley captains Sunrisers Leeds and carries the batting load at the very top of the order. His aggressive tempo and high-risk, high-reward style give SRL an explosive start when it comes off, and in this ML vs SRL preview, Crawley’s ability to set the tone in the first 25 balls could be critical to whether the Sunrisers build a competitive total.
Harry Brook is the standout name in SRL’s batting unit, tipped as both the predicted top run-scorer and most sixes-hitter tonight. Brook’s ability to accelerate at any point in an innings makes him the side’s most dangerous weapon with the bat. Dan Lawrence, Mitchell Marsh, and Ryan Rickelton provide middle-order solidity, while Tom Lawes adds genuine all-round value and should be in fantasy cricket tips shortlists.
Matthew Potts leads the seam attack with discipline and late movement, while Nathan Ellis the predicted top wicket-taker for SRL, offers smart variations and control in the death balls. Abrar Ahmed brings wrist-spin variety from an unusual angle, Reece Topley’s left-arm swing provides a different look in the powerplay, and Ed Barnard adds useful medium-pace depth to round out a workable bowling unit.
Sunrisers Leeds Squad:
Sunrisers Leeds
Zak Crawley, Abrar Ahmed, Tom Alsop, Ed Barnard, Harry Brook, Brydon Carse, Nathan Ellis, Benny Howell, Tom Lawes, Dan Lawrence, Mitchell Marsh, Liam Patterson-White, Matthew Potts, Ryan Rickelton, Reece Topley
ML vs SRL Prediction
Event | MI London | Sunrisers Leeds |
Toss Winner | MI London | – |
Player of the Match | Nicholas Pooran | – |
Top Run Scorer | Nicholas Pooran | Harry Brook |
Top Wicket Taker | Rashid Khan | Nathan Ellis |
Most Sixes | Nicholas Pooran | Harry Brook |
Predicted Score | 170+ | 160+ |
Win Probability | 55% | 45% |
MI London vs Sunrisers Leeds Winning Prediction
MI London vs Sunrisers Leeds prediction points firmly in the home side’s favour, with ML holding a 55% win probability at Kennington Oval. Nicholas Pooran’s destructive hitting combined with Rashid Khan’s match-changing spin gives them the edge over a Sunrisers Leeds outfit that Harry Brook alone cannot carry. That said, Brook is always one innings away from rewriting the story. Who takes it tonight. Pooran’s muscle or Brook’s brilliance? Drop your pick in the comments and follow JeetBuzz for live scores, fantasy stats, and expert analysis throughout The Hundred Men’s Competition 2026!
FAQ: The Hundred Men’s Competition 2026 – 1st Match
Q1: What time does the MI London vs Sunrisers Leeds Hundred 2026 match start in IST?
A: The 1st Match of The Hundred Men’s Competition 2026 between MI London and Sunrisers Leeds starts at 11:00 PM IST on July 21, 2026.
Q2: Where can I watch MI London vs Sunrisers Leeds live online?
A: The match is available to stream live on Sports Live Hub (SLH).
Q3: Who is the key player to watch in today’s ML vs SRL Hundred match?
A: Nicholas Pooran of MI London is the predicted Player of the Match, while Harry Brook remains Sunrisers Leeds’ biggest match-winning threat with the bat.