Get the full match preview of The Hundred Women’s 2025 opening fixture: London Spirit Women vs Oval Invincibles Women at Lord’s, including key players, pitch report, prediction, and live streaming details.
The much-anticipated The Hundred Women’s 2025 season kicks off today, August 5, at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground with a blockbuster clash between London Spirit Women and Oval Invincibles Women.
Match Details
- Fixture: London Spirit Women vs Oval Invincibles Women
- Date: Tuesday, August 5, 2025
- Venue: Lord’s, London
- Time: 2:45 PM GMT / 7:15 PM IST
- Competition: The Hundred Women’s 2025
- Live Streaming: Sky Sports Cricket, BBC Two (UK); Sony Sports Network, SonyLiv, FanCode (India)
Head-to-Head Record
The London derby has produced thrilling contests over the years. Out of their seven previous encounters, Oval Invincibles Women lead with three wins to London Spirit Women’s two, with one tie and one no result.
Team News
London Spirit Women
The defending champions face an early setback with captain Heather Knight ruled out due to injury. The in-form Charlie Dean takes over as skipper. Key players include:
- Grace Harris: Explosive batter and key finisher.
- Sarah Glenn: Leading wicket-taker from 2024, a threat in middle overs.
Oval Invincibles Women
The Invincibles boast a powerful lineup:
- Meg Lanning: One of the world’s finest batters.
- Marizanne Kapp: World-class all-rounder.
- Alice Capsey & Lauren Winfield-Hill: Reliable top-order options.
Pitch Report
Lord’s is known for its classic slope which may assist swing bowlers early on. Conditions are expected to be sunny and dry with temperatures around 21°C. The pitch is likely to offer a balanced contest between bat and ball.
Match Prediction
Oval Invincibles Women enter as favorites with a settled squad and greater depth. London Spirit Women will rely heavily on Harris and Glenn to overcome the absence of Knight.
