The Hundred Women’s 2026 is set to begin with an exciting contest between MI London Women and Sunrisers Leeds Women at the Kennington Oval in London on Tuesday, July 21. The opening fixture marks the beginning of a new era for the tournament, with several franchises entering the competition under new ownership and branding. Although fans are eagerly waiting for the action, the MI London Women vs Sunrisers Leeds Women review, The Hundred Women’s opening match highlights, MI London Women vs Sunrisers Leeds Women scorecard, and Player of the Match in The Hundred Women’s will only be available once the match is completed.
A New Look for The Hundred
The 2026 season brings significant changes as IPL franchises have taken ownership of several teams. MI London Women are the rebranded version of the two-time champions Oval Invincibles, while Sunrisers Leeds Women replace the defending 2025 champions Northern Superchargers.
The new identities add extra excitement to the competition, with both teams looking to make a winning start under their new names.
Players to Watch
MI London Women have assembled a strong squad featuring several world class all-rounders. Amelia Kerr and Hayley Matthews provide quality with both bat and ball, while Danni Wyatt-Hodge brings explosive batting at the top of the order. Alice Davidson-Richards also adds valuable balance to the side.
Sunrisers Leeds Women have plenty of match winners of their own. Annabel Sutherland is expected to lead from the front with her all-round abilities, while Phoebe Litchfield will look to provide quick runs. Experienced campaigners Kate Cross and Jess Jonassen strengthen both the bowling attack and lower order batting.
With so much talent on display, fans can expect a high quality contest.
What to Expect from the Opening Match
The Kennington Oval has traditionally offered good batting conditions, although seam bowlers can enjoy some movement with the new ball. Both teams possess aggressive batters capable of taking advantage of the powerplay, making an entertaining contest likely.
The first match of any tournament also carries added pressure, with both franchises eager to begin their campaigns with a victory and build momentum for the rest of the season.
Match Details
The opening match will be played on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at the Kennington Oval, London.
Match Time:
- 2:45 PM Local Time
- 7:15 PM IST
The match is expected to be broadcast on Sky Sports and BBC in the United Kingdom, while Indian viewers are expected to watch through FanCode or the Sony Network.
Review Will Be Available After the Match
Since the game has not yet taken place, there is no official MI London Women vs Sunrisers Leeds Women review, The Hundred Women’s Opening Match highlights, MI London Women vs Sunrisers Leeds Women scorecard, or Player of the Match in The Hundred Women’s available.
Once the opening fixture concludes, the match review will cover the complete scorecard, top performances, key turning points, and the official Player of the Match as The Hundred Women’s 2026 gets underway in style.
