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London Women's Derby Finishes In Tie as Men's Preview Draws Divided Predictions

Outlets released conflicting probable XIs and winner forecasts ahead of MI London v London Spirit at the Oval, where the surface favours batters but offers new-ball swing.

The London derby in the Women's Hundred ended in a tie - here's the updated points table after the 2026 clash.

Overview

  • MI London Women and London Spirit Women played to a tie on Wednesday, July 29, which handed MI London their first points and moved London Spirit up to fourth in the standings.
  • Hayley Matthews controlled the closing over for MI London, conceding just three runs and taking wickets that stopped a late Spirit surge and produced the dead heat.
  • Amelia (Melie) Kerr's unbeaten 49 and Chinelle Henry's 33 off 12 gave MI London late momentum as the hosts posted 151 for 4 before the tense chase.
  • Pre-match coverage of the men's Match 12 between MI London and London Spirit published multiple probable XIs and split winner predictions, with some outlets favouring MI London and others backing London Spirit.
  • Preview pieces and pitch reports describe the Oval as batting-friendly but liable to new-ball swing, a combination that will shape captain picks, fantasy line-ups and early overs tactics for the men's fixture.