After a historic title-winning campaign in 2024, the London Spirit Women return to The Hundred as the defending champions—hungry, confident, and stacked with firepower. As they gear up to defend their crown, the spotlight falls on a formidable mix of seasoned internationals and rising stars who were instrumental in last season’s success. From match-winning spin duos to express pace and clutch all-rounders, this team has the ingredients to go back-to-back. Here’s a closer look at four key players to watch this season: Charlie Dean, Sarah Glenn, Grace Harris, and Issy Wong—each with a proven record and the potential to define Spirit’s 2025 campaign.
Charlie Dean
England’s spin all-rounder Charlie Dean takes over the reins of London Spirit for the 2025 campaign, stepping up in the absence of Heather Knight due to injury. A cornerstone of Spirit’s core since the inaugural season in 2021, Dean has grown into a dependable match-winner with both bat and ball. In The Hundred, she has claimed 18 wickets so far, with a best of 3/20 in the 2024 edition, and is celebrated for her composure under pressure, best illustrated when she calmly struck the winning runs against Manchester Originals in her debut year. Dean’s rise through the ranks has been swift and deserved. Fast-tracked into the England setup at just 20, following standout performances for Southern Vipers, she has brought a sharp tactical brain and consistent spin bowling to the national setup. Her ability to control the middle overs and break partnerships is a rare skill in the shorter formats. Her recent form continues to reinforce her growing stature. In the India tour of England, she returned impressive figures of 3/23 in the fifth T20I, a bright spark in what was otherwise a disappointing series for England, as India went on to win the series. Despite the outcome, Dean’s performance underlined her match-awareness and resilience on the international stage. Now stepping into leadership for the first time in The Hundred, Dean’s tactical acumen, unflappable demeanour, and all-round utility make her the ideal candidate to lead Spirit’s title defence.
Sarah Glenn
One of the tournament’s most impactful bowlers, Sarah Glenn was instrumental in London Spirit’s triumphant 2024 season. A crafty leg-break bowler with a calm head under pressure, Glenn ended the tournament as the second-highest wicket-taker, scalping 13 wickets, including a crucial 2/17 in the final that helped Spirit clinch the title. Across her tenure with the side, she has taken 24 wickets for Spirit, with a best of 4/22, establishing herself as one of the most reliable and dangerous bowlers in The Hundred. Glenn’s evolution has been remarkable. Having started her journey in The Hundred with Trent Rockets in 2021 and 2022, she has now become a match-winner for Spirit, combining deceptive variations, tight lines, and a cool temperament to dismantle opposition batting line-ups. Her ability to bowl in the powerplay as well as in the death overs makes her incredibly versatile. In terms of recent form, Glenn has continued her wicket-taking spree in the 2025 Vitality Blast, representing The Blaze Women. She picked up an impressive 14 wickets from 9 innings, with best figures of 3/17, showcasing her consistency across formats and competitions. As London Spirit aim for back-to-back titles, Glenn will once again be central to their plans, both as a strike bowler and a quiet leader in high-pressure moments.
Grace Harris
Australian overseas all-rounder Grace Harris has firmly stamped her authority as one of London Spirit’s most explosive and dependable middle-order batters in The Hundred. In the 2023 season, Harris showcased her destructive hitting, amassing 114 runs in six matches at a strike rate of over 150. Her highest that year was a jaw-dropping 87 off just 47 balls against Birmingham Phoenix, a knock that not only earned her the Player of the Match but also underlined her reputation as a momentum-shifter. In the 2024 edition, Harris once again rose to the occasion in the biggest moment of all in the final. Chasing under pressure, she anchored the innings with an unbeaten 63*, guiding Spirit to a memorable title win and proving her big-match credentials yet again. Her presence in the lineup brings both brute force and composure, making her one of the most feared finishers in the tournament. In recent form, Harris has been on fire in the 2025 Vitality Blast, representing Surrey Women. She piled up 338 runs, including a top score of 63* not out, and also contributed significantly with the ball, picking up 10 wickets with best figures of 3/18, reaffirming her status as a true all-round match-winner. With her ability to change games single-handedly, Harris remains a cornerstone in Spirit’s quest for back-to-back titles.
Issy Wong
Making the switch from Birmingham Phoenix to London Spirit in 2025, Issy Wong brings express pace, magnetic presence, and all-round flair to the capital side’s bowling unit. One of England’s brightest young prospects, Wong has already picked up 10 wickets in The Hundred, with a best of 2/23, and is renowned for her aggressive, attacking approach with both ball and bat. Known for hitting high speeds and extracting bounce on even the flattest decks, Wong is more than just a fast bowler—she’s an energy injection. Her recent performances speak volumes. Representing Warwickshire Women in the 2025 Vitality Blast, she delivered a stellar all-round campaign, scoring 207 runs with a highest of 59, and snaring 13 wickets, including a fiery 4/14 spell. She particularly shone in the Vitality Blast Eliminator, where she blasted 59 off 38 balls and grabbed key wickets as Bears toppled The Blaze, a game that perfectly encapsulated her game-changing versatility. With her fearless cricket, explosive potential, and hunger to dominate, Issy Wong is primed to be a breakout force for London Spirit in 2025 and beyond.
