Oval Invincibles

Leagues Played: The Hundred 33
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Wikipedia - Oval Invincibles

Oval Invincibles is a franchise 100-ball cricket side based in South London. The team represents the historic counties of Surrey and Kent in the newly founded The Hundred competition, which took place for the first time during the 2021 English and Welsh cricket season. Both the men's side and the women's side play at The Oval.

History

The announcement of the new eight-team men's and women's tournament series in 2019 was not without controversy, with the likes of Virat Kohli criticising the England and Wales Cricket Board for pursuing a shift away from Test cricket, while others argued the format should have followed the established and successful Twenty20 format. The ECB however decided it needed a more unique format to draw crowds.

In August 2019, the side announced that Australian coach Tom Moody would be the men's team's first coach, while former England Women player Lydia Greenway was appointed coach of the Women's team.

The inaugural Hundred draft took place in October 2019 and saw the Invincibles claim Sam Curran as their headline men's draftee, and Laura Marsh as the women's headliner. They were joined by England internationals Tom Curran and Jason Roy for the men's team, while Fran Wilson joined Marsh in the women's side.

The Oval Invincibles are a professional cricket team based in London, England, competing in The Hundred, a fast-paced, innovative format of limited-overs cricket. Established in 2019, the team is named after the iconic Oval cricket ground, one of the most historic venues in the sport. Known for their dynamic and aggressive style of play, the Oval Invincibles feature a talented roster of international and domestic players, excelling in both batting and bowling disciplines. Their vibrant team culture emphasizes entertainment, skill, and resilience, making them a formidable presence in The Hundred competition. The team’s colors are purple and gold, symbolizing their regal and victorious spirit. With a passionate fan base and a commitment to exciting cricket, the Oval Invincibles continue to strive for success and aim to bring glory to their supporters.