The final of The Hundred 2024 Men’s competition at Lord’s was a thrilling affair, with the defending champions, Oval Invincibles, pulling off a dramatic 17-run win against Southern Brave to claim the title.
The tournament was packed with impressive batting performances that captivated the audience with their explosive power and skill.
As The Hundred 2024 Men’s tournament comes to a close, let’s look back at the top five exciting innings that lit up the stage.
5. Jordan Cox – 61* off 30 Balls
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Jordan Cox
In Match 26 of The Hundred 2024 Men’s Competition at The Oval, Jordan Cox was pivotal in guiding the Oval Invincibles to a dominant 9-wicket win against the London Spirit.
Chasing a modest target of 97 runs, Cox’s dynamic 61 not out from 30 deliveries, which included nine fours and two sixes, was key in achieving the goal in just 63 balls.
His impressive strike rate of 203.33 sped up the innings, allowing the Invincibles to secure victory with 37 balls remaining.
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4. Sam Curran – 68 off 38 Balls
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Sam Curran
Curran delivered an impressive all-round performance at Manchester, leading Oval Invincibles to a tight 3-run victory over Manchester Originals in The Hundred 2024.
Curran’s aggressive 68 off 38 balls, which included six sixes and two boundaries, helped the Invincibles set a challenging target of 164/8.
He also shone with the ball, claiming 2 wickets for only 16 runs, which greatly hindered Manchester Originals’ attempt to chase down the score.
Curran’s crucial wickets and tight bowling were key in limiting Manchester Originals to 161/7. The Invincibles’ win by just 3 runs highlighted the significance of Curran’s contribution.
3. Nicholas Pooran – 66* off 33 Balls
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Nicholas Pooran
In an exciting game of The Hundred 2024 Men’s Competition in Manchester, Nicholas Pooran’s explosive performance was key to the Northern Superchargers’ 7-wicket win over the Manchester Originals, with three balls to spare.
Pooran remained unbeaten with 66 off just 33 balls, hitting eight sixes. His powerful batting was crucial in reaching the target of 153.
With a striking rate of 200.00, Pooran’s innings turned the match in favor of the Northern Superchargers, leading them to a decisive victory.
His exceptional play not only secured the win but also earned him the Player of the Match award
2. Sam Curran – 51 off 22 Balls
Hundred 2024 Men’s Competition Sam Curran
In Match 15 of The Hundred 2024 Men’s Competition at Lord’s, Curran delivered a stellar all-round performance that was crucial for the Oval Invincibles’ convincing 30-run win over the London Spirit.
Curran blasted an unbeaten 51 off just 22 balls, including six sixes, to help the Invincibles reach a strong total of 147/5. His powerful innings provided the much-needed boost towards the end and set a challenging target for the Spirit.
Moreover, Curran, who was named Player of the Tournament for The Hundred Men’s 2024, demonstrated his all-round skills with the ball as well. He took 5 wickets for only 16 runs, dismantling the Spirit’s batting and restricting them to 117 all out. His exceptional performance with both bat and ball earned him the Player of the Match award.
1. James Vince – 90* off 47 Balls
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James Vince
In Match 13 of The Hundred 2024, Southern Brave captain James Vince guided his team to a 32-run win over Birmingham Phoenix.
Vince scored an unbeaten 90 off 47 balls, showcasing his batting skills with six fours and six sixes, and achieving a strike rate of 191.48. His powerful innings helped Southern Brave set a formidable target of 169 for 2 in 100 balls.
Ben Duckett scored a strong 92 for Phoenix, but Southern Brave’s bowlers, especially Chris Jordan with 3 wickets for 19 runs, limited Phoenix to 137 for 9, securing an easy win
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