Curran and Pooran guide MI London to opening win against SunRisers
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Last updated Jul 21, 2026
MI London kicked off their Hundred title defense with a seven-wicket victory over SunRisers Leeds at The Kia Oval on July 22. Chasing 144 runs, MI London reached 144-3, bolstered by an unbeaten 93-run partnership between Sam Curran and Nicholas Pooran. The SunRisers were bowled out for 143, with Richard Gleeson taking 4-25. Curran scored 60 not out off 39 balls while Pooran added 58 off just 22 deliveries, steering MI London to victory with 16 balls remaining.
- •MI London scored 144-3 from 84 balls.
- •SunRisers Leeds posted 143 from 99 balls.
- •Richard Gleeson contributed significantly with bowling figures of 4-25.
- •Curran and Pooran combined for a rapid partnership to secure the win.
- •The Hundred competition featured new team names and kits this year.
"MI London began their quest for a fourth successive Hundred title with a seven-wicket victory over SunRisers Leeds at The Kia Oval that raised the curtain on the new-look competition.
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