A Blast from the Past: The Most Memorable Moments and Matches in The Hundred Tournament History
The Hundred is England’s newest and most exciting domestic cricket tournament, created in 2020 to bring a fresh and dynamic format to the game. With just 100 balls per team, fast-paced action and top international players, it has quickly become a fan favorite. As we eagerly await the return of the tournament in 2021, let’s take a look back at some of the most unforgettable moments and matches from the past editions.
In the inaugural season of The Hundred, the women’s final between Oval Invincibles and Southern Brave was an absolute nail-biter. The match went down to the wire, with the Invincibles needing just 8 runs to win off the final over. But then, the talented Anya Shrubsole stepped up and delivered a sensational final over, claiming two crucial wickets and leading the Braves to victory. It was a moment of pure joy and celebration for the team and fans alike, cementing the tournament’s reputation for being a thrilling and unpredictable competition.
In the men’s tournament, the Birmingham Phoenix and Oval Invincibles faced off in a fiery clash in 2020. The match was a high-scoring affair, with the Invincibles’ Rakheem Cornwall scoring a blistering 77 off just 29 balls. But it was the Phoenix’s much-anticipated debut