The Oval Invincibles are all set to secure a playoff berth in the 2023 Hundred Men’s competition after a thrilling final-ball victory over London Spirit on Tuesday Night. Chasing 190 to win, Spirit was given every chance after a flying start from Adam Rossington (61 off 32).

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But needing six off the last delivery, they looked to have fallen short when Matt Critchley only drove Sam Curran down the ground for one. The win leaves the Invincibles top of the table with two games to play, and they can no longer be caught by the Spirit or Manchester Originals.

The Invincibles’ victory was set up by brilliant innings from opener Will Jacks, who scored 68 off 42 balls. Jacks hit 5 boundaries and 4 sixes in a blistering display that takes him to the top of the tournament’s run-scoring charts.

Jason Roy also contributed with 23, while Sam Curran (35) and Heinrich Klaasen (46 not out) provided valuable late runs. For the Spirit, Rossington was the only batsman to shine, but he was unable to get his team over the line.

The Invincibles’ win was their fourth in a row and they are now firm favourites to win the tournament. They will be looking to continue their momentum when they take on the Southern Brave.

Key Performers

Will Jacks (Oval Invincibles): 68 runs off 42 balls
Heinrich Klaasen (Oval Invincibles): 46 runs off 24 balls.
Adam Rossington (London Spirit): 61 runs off 32 balls

Upcoming Matches

Oval Invincibles vs Southern Brave (August 19)
Oval Invincibles vs Trent Rockets (August 21)

The Hundred men’s competition is a 100-ball cricket tournament that was first played in 2020. The tournament features six teams, each of which plays each other twice in a round-robin format. The top four teams at the end of the regular season qualify for the playoffs.
The 2023 Hundred men’s competition is currently in its third season..

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