The Hundred is the ECB’s franchise cricket competition, launched in 2021 โ eight city-based teams, each fielding a men’s and women’s side, playing a fast-paced 100-ball format. The 2026 season is the first under new ownership structures following a major 2025 sale that valued the eight franchises at over ยฃ975 million.
London fields two of the eight teams: MI London (formerly Oval Invincibles, now owned by Reliance Industries, the company behind IPL side Mumbai Indians) and London Spirit, based at Lord’s.
โก A new name, the same dominant team
Oval Invincibles rebranded as MI London ahead of the 2026 season after Reliance Industries bought a 49% stake. The men’s side enter the season chasing a fourth consecutive title, having completed a hat-trick of titles as Oval Invincibles in 2023, 2024 and 2025.
The 2026 knockout stage follows the now-familiar pattern: the Eliminator (2nd vs 3rd place) is played at The Oval, with the winner facing the league-topping side in the Final at Lord’s.
Tickets & Demand
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Family-friendly pricing, double the cricket
Every fixture pairs a women’s and men’s match on the same ticket โ strong value compared to standalone domestic cricket.
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London derby nights sell out fastest
MI London vs London Spirit fixtures โ the all-London derby โ are consistently among the highest-demand nights of the tournament, alongside the Eliminator and Final.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened to Oval Invincibles?
They rebranded as MI London for the 2026 season after Reliance Industries โ the company behind IPL side Mumbai Indians โ bought a 49% stake in the franchise.
When does The Hundred 2026 run?
21 July to 16 August 2026, opening at The Kia Oval and finishing with the Final at Lord’s.
Which London team has been more successful?
MI London’s men’s side (as Oval Invincibles) won three consecutive titles from 2023 to 2025 โ the most successful run by any men’s team in the competition’s history.