Top 10 Matches in The Hundred That Went Down to the Wire

The Hundred is packed with fast-paced, edge-of-the-seat cricket, and some matches have been so tight they kept fans guessing until the very last ball. Nail-biting finishes are a hallmark of this exciting format, and over the seasons, there have been some unforgettable encounters where every run and wicket mattered. Let’s revisit the top 10 matches in The Hundred history that truly went down to the wire.

1. Oval Invincibles vs Birmingham Phoenix (2022)

A classic thriller where the Invincibles chased down a challenging target with just one ball to spare. The final over was a rollercoaster of emotions, with wickets falling but crucial boundaries keeping hope alive.

2. Manchester Originals vs London Spirit (2021)

This game saw a last-ball finish, with Originals needing six to win. A boundary on the final delivery clinched a dramatic victory, sending the crowd wild.

3. Northern Superchargers vs Welsh Fire (2023)

Both teams fought tooth and nail, with the Superchargers scraping through thanks to a boundary off the penultimate ball. It was a masterclass in pressure handling.

4. Southern Brave vs Trent Rockets (2024)

A tense chase saw the Rockets needing 10 runs off the final over. Brilliant death bowling and a crucial run-out sealed a narrow win for Brave by just 3 runs.

5. Birmingham Phoenix vs Northern Superchargers (2021)

Phoenix defended a modest total, with their bowlers delivering under pressure in the final over, holding on by just 2 runs in a match full of twists.

6. London Spirit vs Oval Invincibles (2023)

An extraordinary match where Spirit defended a low score with some excellent death bowling, restricting Invincibles to 3 runs short.

7. Manchester Originals vs Southern Brave (2022)

A high-scoring game that came down to the last ball, with Originals chasing 140+. A boundary on the final delivery won them the game in spectacular fashion.

8. Welsh Fire vs Trent Rockets (2024)

A game marked by brilliant fielding and tight bowling saw the Fire win by just one run, thanks to a stunning last-ball yorker.

9. Northern Superchargers vs London Spirit (2022)

This match had twists right till the end, with Spirit needing 12 off the last over but falling short by 4 runs after superb bowling pressure.

10. Southern Brave vs Oval Invincibles (2021)

The inaugural season’s final day thriller saw the Brave edge past Invincibles in a nail-biter, setting the tone for future close contests.

Final Thoughts

The Hundred’s format guarantees fast action, and these close matches have added unforgettable drama to the tournament. With every season, fans can expect more heart-stopping finishes that will keep them glued until the very last ball. Here’s to many more thrilling moments ahead!

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