The Men’s Hundred 2024 season was a thrilling spectacle of high-stakes cricket, delivering breathtaking performances and captivating finishes. The Oval Invincibles clinched their second consecutive title with a 17-run victory over Southern Brave in the final at Lord’s. Throughout the tournament, several innings stood out, each one showcasing the skill, power, and flair that defined the competition. Here’s a look at the top five most spectacular innings that made this season unforgettable.
Ben Duckett
Ben Duckett’s match-winning innings of 92 off 53 balls was the most sensational performance of the Men’s Hundred 2024. Facing Southern Brave on August 3, Duckett’s aggressive batting featured eight fours and five sixes, resulting in an impressive strike rate of 173.58.
Opening the innings, Duckett’s explosive knock kept Birmingham Phoenix in the hunt for a formidable target of 170. Despite losing wickets at the other end, Duckett remained composed and continued to pile on the runs. Unfortunately, Phoenix fell short, finishing at 137/9, resulting in a 32-run defeat.
James Vince
James Vince made another spectacular appearance on August 3 with an unbeaten 90 off 47 balls against Birmingham Phoenix. His innings was a display of elegant stroke play and impeccable timing, featuring six fours and six sixes, and an extraordinary strike rate of 191.48.
Vince’s innings laid a strong foundation for Southern Brave, who set a challenging total of 169/2. His partnership with Kieron Pollard, who added an unbeaten 38 off 22 balls, was crucial in setting the stage for a decisive win.
Matthew Hurst
Matthew Hurst’s scintillating 78 off 45 balls was a standout performance in the clash between Manchester Originals and Northern Superchargers on August 4. Chasing a challenging target of 168, Hurst’s innings included seven boundaries and four sixes, demonstrating a commendable strike rate of 173.33.
Opening the batting, Hurst took on the Superchargers’ bowlers with confidence and formed a vital partnership with Phil Salt, who contributed 40 runs. Despite Hurst’s impressive effort, the Originals fell short by 14 runs, finishing at 153/6.
James Vince
On August 5, James Vince delivered a solid and impactful innings, scoring an unbeaten 73 off 50 balls against Welsh Fire. Opening the innings, Vince showcased his composure and skill, hitting seven fours and three sixes to maintain a strike rate of 146.00 on a challenging pitch.
Vince’s innings anchored Southern Brave’s total of 139/5. His ability to accumulate runs steadily while finding boundaries at key moments ensured a defendable score. The Brave’s bowlers complemented Vince’s performance by restricting Welsh Fire to just 97 runs, securing a convincing 42-run win.
Sam Curran
Sam Curran’s explosive 68 off 38 balls was a pivotal moment in the Men’s Hundred 2024. Playing against the Manchester Originals on August 6, Curran arrived at the crease with the Oval Invincibles in a precarious position. His innings was a masterclass in aggressive batting, featuring two boundaries and six towering sixes, resulting in a strike rate of 178.94.
Curran’s power-hitting propelled the Invincibles to a competitive total of 164/8. His ability to accelerate the innings in the middle overs was crucial, and his all-round performance, which also included two wickets for 16 runs.
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