TheHundred 2024is back with another explosive season of fast-paced cricket, blending world-class talent with electrifying entertainment. As one of Englands most innovative cricket tournaments,The Hundredcontinues to captivate fans with its100-ball format, star-studded lineups, and family-friendly atmosphere.
In thisultimate guide, we cover everything you need to know aboutThe Hundred 2024, including:
Full schedule and match fixtures
Team squads and marquee players
Venues and tournament format
Dark horse teams and title predictions
How to watch live streaming worldwide
Lets dive into the action!
What is The Hundred? Tournament Format Explained
The Hundredis a100-ball-per-sidecricket competition featuring8 city-based franchises(mens and womens teams). Unlike traditional cricket, it simplifies the game with:
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100 balls per innings
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Bowlers delivering 5 or 10-ball sets
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A 25-ball powerplay
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Matches completed in under 3 hours
The 2024 edition will follow around-robin group stage, with the top three teams advancing to theEliminator and Final.
The Hundred 2024 Full Schedule & Fixtures
The tournament runs fromAugust 1 to August 27, 2024, with matches held acrossEnglands iconic cricket grounds.
Key Matches to Watch
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Aug 1:Oval Invincibles vs Manchester Originals(Tournament opener)
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Aug 10:Birmingham Phoenix vs London Spirit(Rivalry clash)
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Aug 18:Trent Rockets vs Northern Superchargers(Top-of-the-table battle)
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Aug 27:The Hundred Final(Lords, London)
For thecomplete schedule, visitCrickViews The Hundred 2024 fixtures.
The Hundred 2024 Teams & Squads
1. Oval Invincibles (Mens & Womens)
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Key Players:Sam Curran, Sunil Narine, Marizanne Kapp
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Home Ground:The Oval, London
2. Manchester Originals (Mens & Womens)
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Key Players:Jos Buttler, Sophie Ecclestone, Wanindu Hasaranga
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Home Ground:Old Trafford
3. Birmingham Phoenix (Mens & Womens)
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Key Players:Liam Livingstone, Ellyse Perry, Chris Woakes
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Home Ground:Edgbaston
4. London Spirit (Mens & Womens)
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Key Players:Glenn Maxwell, Heather Knight, Mark Wood
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Home Ground:Lords
5. Trent Rockets (Mens & Womens)
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Key Players:Joe Root, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Rashid Khan
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Home Ground:Trent Bridge
6. Northern Superchargers (Mens & Womens)
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Key Players:Ben Stokes, Laura Wolvaardt, Adil Rashid
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Home Ground:Headingley
7. Welsh Fire (Mens & Womens)
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Key Players:Jonny Bairstow, Tammy Beaumont, Shaheen Afridi
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Home Ground:Sophia Gardens
8. Southern Brave (Mens & Womens)
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Key Players:Jofra Archer, Smriti Mandhana, James Vince
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Home Ground:The Ageas Bowl
Fordetailed squad lists, checkCrickViews team breakdowns.
Players to Watch in The Hundred 2024
1. Jos Buttler (Manchester Originals)
The England white-ball captain is amatch-winnerwith his explosive batting.
2. Rashid Khan (Trent Rockets)
The Afghan leg-spinner is awicket-taking machinein T20 leagues.
3. Ellyse Perry (Birmingham Phoenix)
The Australian all-rounder dominates with both bat and ball in the womens competition.
4. Jofra Archer (Southern Brave)
After injury struggles, hispace and yorkerscould be decisive.
5. Smriti Mandhana (Southern Brave)
The Indian opener is one of the mostelegant and destructivebatters in womens cricket.
The Hundred 2024 Venues
Matches will be played at:
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Lords (London) The “Home of Cricket” hosts the final.
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The Oval (London) High-scoring ground with short boundaries.
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Old Trafford (Manchester) Favors pace and swing.
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Edgbaston (Birmingham) Electric atmosphere, spin-friendly later on.
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Trent Bridge (Nottingham) Known for big totals.
Predictions & Dark Horse Teams
Title Favorites
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Oval Invincibles(Strong all-round squad)
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Manchester Originals(Buttler + Ecclestone = Deadly combo)
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Southern Brave(Jofra Archers return boosts bowling)
Dark Horse: Welsh Fire
WithJonny Bairstow and Shaheen Afridi, they could surprise everyone.
Underperforming Threat: London Spirit
Despite star power, theyve struggled in past seasons.
Forexpert betting tips, visitCrickViews predictions.
How to Watch The Hundred 2024 Live
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UK:Sky Sports, BBC (free-to-air highlights)
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India:Sony Sports Network, FanCode
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Australia:Kayo Sports, Fox Cricket
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USA:Willow TV
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Global Streaming:The Hundred YouTube (highlights only)
Why The Hundred is a Must-Watch Tournament
Fast-Paced Action Matches finish in2.5 hours, perfect for casual fans.
Family-Friendly Music, fireworks, and fan engagement.
Equal Focus on Womens Cricket Same venues, same hype.
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Final Verdict: Who Will Win The Hundred 2024?
TheOval Invincibles and Manchester Originalslook like the strongest teams, butTrent Rockets and Southern Braveare serious contenders. Expectclose matches, record-breaking performances, and unforgettable moments!
Fordaily updates, match reports, and player stats, bookmarkCrickViews.
