The 22nd clash of the fifth edition of The Hundred Women’s 2025 promises fireworks as London Spirit lock horns with Northern Superchargers at the iconic Lord’s, London. The high-stakes battle is set to commence at 07:30 PM IST on August 20, 2025.
The Spirit arrive with sky-high confidence after their emphatic triumph over Birmingham Phoenix, where they piled up 164/6 in 100 balls. The standout performance came from Kira Chathli (69 off 35), while Eva Gray (2/13 from 14 balls) spearheaded the bowling attack to skittle Phoenix for just 76, sealing an incredible 88-run victory.
On the other hand, the Northern Superchargers are seeking redemption after a narrow defeat to Manchester Originals. Despite Kate Cross’s brilliant spell (2/21 in 20 balls) that restricted the Originals to 117, the chase faltered after a lone resistance from Phoebe Litchfield (31 off 27) and Alice Davidson-Richards (29 off 26). The lack of partnerships cost them dearly, resulting in a 5-run heartbreak.
Squads:
London Spirit Women’s Cricket Team
Heather Knight, Grace Harris, Sarah Glenn, Danielle Gibson, Charli Knott, Charlie Dean, Eva Gray, Georgia Redmayne, Issy Wong, Cordelia Griffith, Tara Norris, Sophie Munro, Rebecca Tyson, Abi Norgrove, Kate Coppack
Northern Superchargers Women’s Cricket Team
Hollie Armitage, Annabel Sutherland, Phoebe Litchfield, Kate Cross, Nicola Carey, Linsey Smith, Bess Heath, Alice Davidson-Richards, Grace Potts, Grace Ballinger, Lucy Higham, Davina Perrin, Ella Claridge, Katherine Fraser, Sophia Turner
Players to watch out:
Grace Harris
Explosive and fearless, Grace Harris has evolved into Spirit’s ultimate middle-order powerhouse. She set the tone this season with a breathtaking 89* off 42 balls against Oval Invincibles, followed by an unbeaten 50 versus Manchester Originals and a quick-fire 34 off 15. Since joining Spirit in 2023, she has amassed 313 runs, her clean ball-striking and match-winning ability making her indispensable.
Eva Gray
After a quiet start with returns of 0/43, 1/21, and 0/22, Eva Gray has stormed back in style, scalping 6 wickets in her last two outings. Her highlight was a sensational 4/19 against Trent Rockets, followed by 2/13 versus Phoenix. She now looks like the bowler every opposition fears.
Alice Davidson-Richards
The 31-year-old has endured a lean patch with the bat, scoring 73 runs in 5 matches at an average of 14.60 (14, 11, 2, 17, 29). Still, with 388 runs and 24 wickets in 35 matches for the Superchargers, Alice remains a seasoned campaigner who can change the game when it matters most.
Kate Cross
The experienced Kate Cross, even at 33, continues to lead from the front. With figures of 1/17, 3/31, and 1/25 earlier this season, she again showcased her class with 2/21 against Originals. Having 23 wickets in 21 matches for the Superchargers, she remains their pace spearhead and a constant threat with the new ball.
Pitch:
Lord’s is known for its lively, hard surface that provides plenty of bounce and carry, suiting stroke makers, the average innings of 133. Batters can trust the bounce to play their shots, while spinners are expected to find grip and turn as the match progresses.
Weather:
London is expected to stay partly cloudy with pleasant temperatures around 21°C. Rain is highly unlikely, with precipitation chances at just 10%. Humidity will hover at 63%, while gentle winds of 16 kph may aid swing bowlers under the lights.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Kira Chathli, Grace Harris, Charlie Dean, Issy Wong, Sarah Glenn, Eva Gray, Kate Cross, Lauren Smith, Phoebe Litchfield, Annabel Sutherland, Nicola Carey
Match Details:
Date – August 20, 2025
Time – 7:30 PM IST
Venue – Lord’s, London
Broadcast – Live streaming on FanCode | Live telecast on Sony Sports Network
