The Oval Invincibles won The Hundred Mens 2024, securing their second consecutive title with a 17-run victory over Southern Brave.
This season featured thrilling cricket, with standout bowling performances from players like Sam Curran and Sean Abbott, who excelled under pressure.
Here are the top five bowling performances from The Hundred Mens 2024
5. Sean Abbott – 4/16 Vs Welsh Fire
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bowler Sean Abbott
Australian fast bowler Sean Abbott delivered an exceptional performance against Welsh Fire. With figures of 4/16, Abbott was pivotal in Birmingham Phoenix’s narrow win. His key dismissals included middle order batsmen Joe Clarke and Tom Abell, as well as the dangerous Tom Kohler-Cadmore. Abbott’s efforts were crucial in limiting the Fire to a total of 146 runs.
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4. Tymal Mills – 4/16 Vs Welsh Fire
Brave bowler Tymal Mills
Southern Brave’s pacer, Tymal Mills, made a significant impression in the game against Welsh Fire. Mills took 4 wickets for 16 runs in a match where every run and wicket was crucial. During Welsh Fire’s chase of 140 runs, Mills dismissed opener Luke Wells early on, setting a strong tone for Brave. His skills in the final overs proved too challenging for Welsh Fire’s lower order. As a result, Welsh Fire couldn’t recover and were all out for just 97 runs.
3. Sean Abbott – 4/14 Vs London Spirit
Sean Abbott earned his second Player of the Match award with a stellar performance of 4/14 against the London Spirit. His height and speed allowed him to get extra bounce from the pitch, causing problems for the Spirit’s middle order. He took out Michael Pepper and captain Dan Lawrence, leading to a disappointing first innings total of 127 runs for the Spirit. The Phoenix, on their part, had to work hard to secure a 3-wicket win.
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2. Sam Curran – 5/16 Vs London Spirit
In a crucial match against London Spirit, England’s all-rounder Sam Curran showcased his exceptional skills, taking five wickets and earning the player of the match award. After Adam Zampa had dismissed the top-order batsmen, Curran came in and made a significant impact, dismantling the lower-middle order with a hat-trick. Among his key wickets were the formidable Andre Russell and Liam Dawson. Curran’s impressive performance not only secured a comfortable victory for the Oval Invincibles but also underscored his value as a versatile all-rounder.
1. Tim Southee – 5/12 Vs Trent Rockets
Kiwi pacer Tim Southee
Tim Southee, the experienced New Zealand fast bowler, delivered an unforgettable performance in the tournament by taking 5 wickets for just 12 runs against the Trent Rockets. He crucially dismissed Joe Root when Root had only scored 2 runs. Southee’s accuracy and control were outstanding, preventing the Rockets from recovering and helping the Phoenix secure an easy 6-wicket win. His spell was a textbook example of seam bowling, especially impressive on a pitch that provided minimal help.
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