London Spirit

London Spirit, a relatively fresh face in the world of English cricket, was established in 2019 with the inception of The Hundred, a format designed to shake up traditional notions of the game. The team was created to participate in this innovative 100-ball cricket tournament, aiming to draw in a broader audience to the sport. Based at the iconic Lord's Cricket Ground, the Spirit embodies everything dynamic and adventurous about modern-day cricket.

In terms of achievements, London Spirit are still carving out their niche in this brand-new competitive landscape. Their journey has been a journey of growth rather than immediate success, as they have yet to clinch a championship. Instead of defined triumphs, the Spirit have built a reputation for exciting and unpredictable cricket that keeps fans on the edge of their seats. The squad's development can be seen as a success in itself, cultivating a blend of emerging talent and experienced heads.

The roster has featured key players like Eoin Morgan, who boasts a wealth of international experience and provides pivotal strategic insight. Alongside him, the likes of Mohammad Nabi and Heather Knight have brought international flair and leadership skills to the men’s and women’s teams, respectively. Each has contributed significantly to creating a balanced team dynamic, with Knight particularly making waves in enhancing the women's game.

Their on-field style could be described as a mixture of aggression tempered with a thoughtful strategic approach, reflective of the varied backgrounds of their players. The Spirit are known for their competitive grit and dedication to each match, focusing on precision and adaptability to changing conditions. However, they're still perfecting the ability to maintain consistent performance under pressure.

Over its short history, London Spirit has developed rivalries with other teams in The Hundred, most notably with Oval Invincibles. London derbies have added a new dimension to the competition, imbuing each encounter with regional pride.

While the team may not yet have decades of tradition behind them, they have quickly established a unique cultural presence. The vibrant blue and red of their kit is a testament to the boldness of their spirit. At Lord's, the atmosphere is electric, fostered by passionate fans who embrace this new era of English cricket with open arms. The chants and cheers embody the essence of cricket camaraderie, as fans flock to support their team, eagerly hoping for moments of brilliance that define the very spirit of this beautiful game.

Regular Season, 29th Match, The Hundred - August 13, 2024

Northern Superchargers

64/1 (7.2)

London Spirit

111/8 (16.4)

Northern Superchargers won by 21 runs (D/L Method)

Regular Season, 26th Match, The Hundred - August 11, 2024

Oval Invincibles

100/1 (10.3)

London Spirit

96/10 (15.2)

Oval Invincibles won by 9 wickets (with 37 balls remaining)

Player of the Match

Adam Zampa

Regular Season, 23rd Match, The Hundred - August 9, 2024

London Spirit

123/5 (16.4)

Manchester Originals

135/5 (16.4)

Manchester Originals won by 12 runs

Player of the Match

Philip Salt

Regular Season, 20th Match, The Hundred - August 7, 2024

Trent Rockets

166/4 (16.4)

London Spirit

144/10 (16.1)

Trent Rockets won by 22 runs

Player of the Match

Rashid Khan

Regular Season, 15th Match, The Hundred - August 4, 2024

London Spirit

117/10 (15.5)

Oval Invincibles

147/4 (16.4)

Oval Invincibles won by 30 runs

Player of the Match

Sam Curran

Regular Season, 10th Match, The Hundred - August 1, 2024

London Spirit

96/7 (14.3)

Welsh Fire

94/9 (16.4)

London Spirit won by 3 wickets (with 13 balls remaining)

Player of the Match

Liam Dawson

Regular Season, 5th Match, The Hundred - July 27, 2024

London Spirit

127/7 (16.4)

Birmingham Phoenix

131/7 (16.3)

Birmingham Phoenix won by 3 wickets (with 1 ball remaining)

Regular Season, 2nd Match, The Hundred - July 24, 2024

Southern Brave

139/3 (14.5)

London Spirit

138/9 (16.4)

Southern Brave won by 7 wickets (with 11 balls remaining)

Player of the Match

Craig Overton

Zak Crawley
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Age: 27

Daniel Lawrence
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Age: 27

Eoin Morgan
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 38

Joe Denly
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Legbreak
Age: 39

Ravi Bopara
Position: Batting Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 39

Mohammad Nabi
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Age: 40

Roelof van der Merwe
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Slow Left Arm Orthodox
Age: 40

Chris Wood
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Left Arm Fast Medium
Age: 34

Mohammad Amir
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Left Arm Fast
Age: 33

Josh Inglis
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style:
Age: 30

Blake Cullen
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style:
Age: 23

Adam Rossington
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style:
Age: 31

Mason Crane
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Legbreak Googly
Age: 28

Luis Reece
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Left Arm Fast Medium
Age: 34

Joe Cracknell
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style:
Age: 25

Brad Wheal
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 28

David Wiese
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 39

Jade Dernbach
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 39

Glenn Maxwell
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Age: 36

Kieron Pollard
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 37

Liam Dawson
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Slow Left Arm Orthodox
Age: 35

Jordan Thompson
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 28

Nathan Ellis
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 30

Daniel Bell-Drummond
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 31

Ben McDermott
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 30

Michael-Kyle Pepper
Position: Batsman
Batting Style:
Bowling Style:
Age: 25

Matthew Wade
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 37

Daryl Mitchell
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 33

Matthew Critchley
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Legbreak
Age: 28

Daniel Worrall
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 33

Tim Southee
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 36

Michael Pepper
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style:
Age: 26

Shimron Hetmyer
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style:
Age: 28

Andre Russell
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast
Age: 36

Olly Stone
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast
Age: 31

Ryan Higgins
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 30

Ollie Pope
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style:
Age: 27

Keaton Jennings
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 32

Richard Gleeson
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 37

Lord's
City: London
Country: England
Capacity: 30000