Another season of the Hundred comes to a close. Northern Superchargers lifted the Women's Hundred title earlier in the evening. Now, Oval Invincibles complete a historic three-peat and claim their third straight Men's Hundred championship.
For now, this is me, AkshayaKrishna Polya, signing off on behalf of my co-commentator, Ajay Pal Singh and scorer/analyst Paras Yadav. We will meet again. Until then, it is cheers!
The entire Oval Invincibles' squad is on the podium. Sam Billings walks across to hold the trophy for the third time in a row before the fireworks go off and the celebrations begin. Another dominating season of cricket from the Oval-based franchise as they stamp their authority yet again.
Three Consecutive Titles in Major Tournaments (5+ Teams):
Australia β 1999, 2003, 2007 (ICC ODI World Cup)
Oval Invincibles β 2023, 2024, 2025 (The Menβs Hundred)
Winners of Menβs Hundred:
Southern Brave - 2021
Trent Rockets - 2022
Oval Invincibles - 2023
Oval Invincibles - 2024
Oval Invincibles - 2025
Sam Billings (Oval Invincibles Captain): "Yeah, incredible feeling. Very, very special. It has been a brilliant group for the last 3-5 years. We have kept the same core. A lot of hard work goes behind the scenes. I am very proud of everyone who has been involved. It is a real group effort. It has been the most pleasing year; we've dominated and kept the foot down.
Nathan Sowter encapsulates this group. He has been with us since the start. He has played every single game for us. He brings a bundle of energy. He puts his heart on the line every time. He has been fantastic for us. Deservingly, he won the player of the match award tonight.
Over the last three years, everyone has contributed to us. That is what great teams do. Proud of everyone.
I have learnt a huge amount of things from Tom Moody. He has been excellent. We learn from people like him every day. He is very unique. He has done it all over the world, building environments and cultures to achieve success. Only a few guys can do a job like his. Only a few coaches can hold a room like him."
Best Bowling Figures in Menβs Hundred Finals:
4/18 β Sam Cook (Trent Rockets) vs Manchester Originals, Lord's, 2022