SunRisers Leeds win opener against MI London in The Hundred
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Last updated Jul 21, 2026

SunRisers Leeds Women secured a seven-wicket victory over MI London in the opening match of The Hundred at The Kia Oval. After limiting MI London to 107-8, SunRisers reached 109-3 with 31 balls remaining. Phoebe Litchfield top-scored with 43 runs from 26 balls. The match was marked by an injury scare for Kate Cross, who suffered a shoulder injury while fielding and will undergo scans. This opening match featured two teams who recently underwent name changes amid overseas investment.
- •Match played at The Kia Oval on July 22, 2026
- •MI London posted 107-8; SunRisers scored 109-3
- •Litchfield led with 43 runs; Cross injured in fielding
- •Cross will have shoulder assessed after match
- •Next matches scheduled at the Utilita Bowl in Southampton.
"SunRisers Leeds Women kicked off a new era for The Hundred with a seven-wicket win over MI London as two teams who have undergone name changes following heavy overseas investment met at The Kia Oval.
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