Southern Brave

The Southern Brave cricket team is a relatively new addition to the cricketing landscape, having been established in 2019 as part of the England and Wales Cricket Board's creation of The Hundred – an innovative 100-ball-a-side competition aimed at attracting a new audience to the sport. Representing the vibrant southern region of England, Southern Brave quickly became known for their dynamic playing style and competitive spirit.

Right off the bat, Southern Brave made a name for themselves by clinching the inaugural men's competition in 2021. With a team composed of a blend of seasoned internationals and promising local talent, they demonstrated a combination of strategic nous and raw power. Their triumph was marked by outstanding individual performances and a cohesive team effort, highlighting their potential to be a dominant force in the league. Similarly, the women's team showed great promise, making it to the final the same year, only to finish as runners-up. Such performances have set the foundation for a growing legacy within the short span of their existence.

Key players have undoubtedly played a significant role in shaping the team's achievements. For the men's side, the likes of Jofra Archer, known for his electrifying pace and precision, and James Vince, with his classy batting style, have been invaluable. Meanwhile, in the women's squad, players like Sophia Dunkley and Anya Shrubsole have made significant contributions with both bat and ball, bringing experience and flair.

Speaking of matches, Southern Brave have built some intense rivalries, particularly with their counterparts from Northern Superchargers and Oval Invincibles. These encounters have regularly provided edge-of-the-seat thrillers, further adding to the intrigue of the competition. From nail-biting finishes to record-breaking performances, such contests have been instrumental in capturing the imagination of cricket fans everywhere.

Southern Brave are known for their attacking and aggressive brand of cricket. They thrive on pace and adaptability, often backing themselves to chase down sizable totals or defend modest scores with a disciplined bowling attack and sharp fielding.

The Ageas Bowl, located in the picturesque town of Southampton, serves as the home ground for Southern Brave. The stadium, with its scenic backdrop and modern facilities, has become a fortress where fans gather to support their team with unwavering passion. The atmosphere is always lively, filled with the echo of chants and the crackle of expectations, lending a unique cultural significance to matchdays. Together, the fans and the team have begun to develop traditions that are set to grow deeper with each passing season, making Southern Brave an integral part of the region’s sporting fabric.

Play Offs, Final, The Hundred - August 18, 2024

Oval Invincibles

147/9 (16.4)

Southern Brave

130/7 (16.4)

Oval Invincibles won by 17 runs

Player of the Match

Saqib Mahmood

Play Offs, Eliminator, The Hundred - August 17, 2024

Birmingham Phoenix

126/7 (16.4) & 7/2 (0.5)

Southern Brave

126/6 (16.4) & 11/0 (0.4)

Match tied (Southern Brave won the Super Over)

Player of the Match

Jofra Archer

Regular Season, 30th Match, The Hundred - August 14, 2024

Southern Brave

21/2 (2.4)

Welsh Fire

181/5 (16.4)

No result

Regular Season, 24th Match, The Hundred - August 10, 2024

Southern Brave

127/8 (16.3)

Trent Rockets

126/8 (16.4)

Southern Brave won by 2 wickets (with 1 ball remaining)

Player of the Match

Kieron Pollard

Regular Season, 22nd Match, The Hundred - August 8, 2024

Oval Invincibles

120/4 (14.1)

Southern Brave

118/8 (16.4)

Oval Invincibles won by 6 wickets (with 15 balls remaining)

Player of the Match

Sam Curran

Regular Season, 17th Match, The Hundred - August 5, 2024

Welsh Fire

97/10 (15.5)

Southern Brave

139/5 (16.4)

Southern Brave won by 42 runs

Player of the Match

James Vince

Regular Season, 13th Match, The Hundred - August 3, 2024

Birmingham Phoenix

137/9 (16.4)

Southern Brave

169/2 (16.4)

Southern Brave won by 32 runs

Player of the Match

James Vince

Regular Season, 11th Match, The Hundred - August 1, 2024

Southern Brave

117/3 (13)

Manchester Originals

116/6 (16.4)

Southern Brave won by 7 wickets (with 22 balls remaining)

Player of the Match

Craig Overton

Regular Season, 8th Match, The Hundred - July 30, 2024

Northern Superchargers

147/3 (14.1)

Southern Brave

146/8 (16.4)

Northern Superchargers won by 7 wickets (with 15 balls remaining)

Player of the Match

Nicholas Pooran

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

James Vince
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 34

Alex Davies
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style:
Age: 30

Delray Rawlins
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Slow Left Arm Orthodox
Age: 27

Ross Whiteley
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Left Arm Fast Medium
Age: 36

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

George Garton
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Left Arm Fast
Age: 28

Chris Jordan
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 36

Danny Briggs
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Slow Left Arm Orthodox
Age: 33

Tymal Mills
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Left Arm Fast
Age: 32

Devon Conway
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 33

Colin de Grandhomme
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 38

Craig Overton
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 31

Quinton de Kock
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style:
Age: 32

Jake Lintott
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Slow Left Arm Orthodox
Age: 32

Paul Stirling
Position: Batting Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Age: 34

Tim David
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Age: 29

Marcus Stoinis
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 35

James Fuller
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 35

Rehan Ahmed
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Legbreak Googly
Age: 20

Michael Hogan
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 43

Daniel Moriarty
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Slow Left Arm Orthodox
Age: 25

Sonny Baker
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast
Age: 23

Finn Allen
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style:
Age: 26

Leus du Plooy
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Slow Left Arm Orthodox
Age: 30

Joe Weatherley
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Age: 28

Matthew Fisher
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 25

Colin Ackermann
Position: Batting Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Age: 34

Mitchell Santner
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Slow Left Arm Orthodox
Age: 33

Daniel Hughes
Position: Top Order Batter
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 36

Laurie Evans
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Age: 37

James Coles
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Slow Left Arm Orthodox
Age: 21

Jofra Archer
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast
Age: 30

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

Akeal Hosein
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Slow Left Arm Orthodox
Age: 31

Andre Fletcher
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Legbreak
Age: 37

The Rose Bowl
City: Southampton
Country: England
Capacity: 15000

Kennington Oval
City: London
Country: England
Capacity: 23500