London Spirit vs Oval Invincibles Head-to-Head Records: Most Runs, Wickets, and Highest Total

London Spirit vs Oval Invincibles Head-to-Head Records in The Hundred 

For the 2025 season of The Hundred, London Spirit’s men’s team is captained by Kane Williamson, the New Zealand batting maestro, known for his composure. This season, London’s Spirit is uplifted with a young and fresh talent mixed with experienced players featuring Ollie Pope, Jamie Overton, and Jamie Smith, alongside overseas players like skipper Williamson, David Warner, and Ashton Turner. 

Oval Invincibles enter The Hundred 2025 season as defending men’s champions, led by captain Sam Billings, a dynamic wicketkeeper-batsman, who has been leading the team since the tournament's inception.  The squad has key players like Sam Curran, Tom Curran, and Will Jacks, with depth from Gus Atkinson and Jordan Cox. Overseas players Rashid Khan, Jason Behrendorff, and Donovan Ferreira also joined the team ahead of the Hundred 2025 tournament. Playing at The Oval, Invincibles aim to repeat their 2023 men’s success.

Here we will dive deep into Spirit vs Invincibles' head-to-head record, performances at different venues, last five matches, and top performers over the years.

The table below shows the overall London Spirit vs Oval Invincibles stats and records:

London Spirit vs Oval Invincibles Head to Head: Winning Percentage

Over the years, both teams have only met in 8 matches, in which the Invincibles are the winners with six victories, losing only one, and one went without a result.  

Here is the win percentage for both the Spirit vs Invincibles in the Hundred’s history-

Spirit vs Invincibles Head to Head: Win Breakdown by Batting First & Chasing

If we look at the batting first or chasing, again Invincibles are the clear winner, with 2 batting first and four successful chases in the tournament history. The London Spirit only has one successful win batting first. 

Spirit vs Invincibles: Head to Head at Different Venues

This section has a detailed Spirit vs Invincibles head-to-head record at different venues, including the Lord’s and The Oval. 

LNS vs OVI Head to Head at Lord's, London

The Lord's stadium in London is a bystander for four close matches of Spirit vs Invincibles in the Hundred. Out of four matches, three were won by the Invincible while one match went without any result. 

Here’s the detailed Lord's, London records and stats for the Spirit and Invincibles-

LNS vs OVI Head to Head at Kennington Oval, London

The Oval stadium has also hosted the four matches of the London Spirit and Oval Invincibles in the Hundred. Out of four matches, three were won by the Invincible, and in one match, Spirit came out as the winner. 

Here’s the detailed The Oval records and stats for the Spirit and Invincibles:

LNS vs OVI Head to Head At Neutral Venues

London Spirit and Oval Invincibles have only played in the two venues, London’s  The Lord’s and  Kennington Oval.  So, there is no data available for the Spirit and Invincibles' stats and records at the neutral venue.

Spirit vs Invincibles: Last 5 Matches

The last time Spirit and Oval Invincibles faced each other was in 2024, on August 8 at Kennington Oval stadium. The Invincible won the match and defeated the Spirit by 9 wickets. 

LNS vs OVI: Key Matches from History

London Spirits' only victory - at Kennington Oval (August 4, 2021)

In a nail-biting men’s encounter at The Oval, London Spirit edged out Oval Invincibles by three runs. Spirit’s 171/6, powered by a strong middle order, set a challenging target, but Invincibles’ 168/7 fell just short and lost their first and only game with Spirit so far. 

Rain Check at Lord’s (July 25, 2021) 

The men’s clash at Lord’s between the London Spirit and Oval Invincibles promised an entertaining rivalry fixture but was abandoned due to persistent rain. Fans at the iconic venue were left disappointed as both teams shared points in a frustrating no-result, heightening anticipation for future battles.

Invincible’s Dominance at  Kennington Oval (August 11, 2023) 

Oval Invincibles showcased their dominance in a one-sided men’s match at The Oval, chasing London Spirit’s meager 96 in just 12.3 overs, finishing at 1/100. Spirit’s batting crumbled under pressure, allowing Invincibles to secure a commanding victory in their 2023 Hundred campaign.

Top Performers in LNS vs OVI Rivalry

Top Run Scorers

1. Adam Rossington (LNS) – 178 runs

Adam Rossington, London Spirit’s dynamic wicketkeeper-batsman, emerged as their top scorer against the Oval Invincibles in The Hundred. So far, he has bagged 178 runs across matches up to 2024. Known for aggressive strokeplay, his standout performances include a blistering 61 off 32 balls in 2023, featuring four sixes. His rapid 15-ball fifty in 2022 against Northern Superchargers remains a tournament record, showcasing his power-hitting. 

2.Will Jacks (OVI) – 182 runs

Will Jacks, Oval Invincibles’ explosive all-rounder, stands as their leading run-scorer against the London Spirit in The Hundred. He has accumulated 182 runs by 2024. Renowned for his aggressive batting, Jacks delivered a match-winning 68 off 42 balls in 2023 at The Oval. His ability to dominate spin and pace, combined with sharp fielding, makes him a key player under captain Sam Billings. Jacks’ power-hitting in the powerplay and middle overs will be crucial for Invincibles in their 2025 season opener against Spirit at Lord’s.

Top Wicket Takers 

1.Nathan Ellis (LNS) – 9 wickets

Aussie pacers Nathan Ellis is London Spirit’s top wicket-taker against the Oval Invincibles in The Hundred, claiming 9 wickets by 2024. Known for his clever variations and death-bowling prowess, Ellis shone with 3/28 in 2023 at The Oval, dismantling the Invincibles’ middle order, and 2/16 in 2021, stifling their chase. His ability to swing the ball early and deliver pinpoint yorkers makes him a standout under captain Kane Williamson. Ellis’ economical spells have played a crucial role in the previous season.

2.Sam Curran (OVI) – 14 wickets

Oval Invincibles’ bowling all-rounder Sam Curran is a dynamic all-rounder, making him one of their formidable players in the tournament. He is the leading wicket-taker against the London Spirit in The Hundred, securing 14 wickets by 2024. Curran is an experienced T20I format player, mostly known for his swing bowling and clutch performances. He also has the best bowling figure, 5 wickets for 16 runs against the Spirits. His ability to strike early and deliver under pressure, paired with handy lower-order batting, makes him a cornerstone for captain Sam Billings. 

London Spirit vs Oval Invincibles: Team Insights

London Spirit Team Insight

Ahead of the 2025 Hundred season, the London Spirit’s men’s team is ready with their new captain Kane Williamson, from New Zealand, replacing Dan Lawrence. Known for his calm leadership and batting prowess, Kane Williamson will be an X factor for the Spirits, leading a mixed squad of both experienced and young talents. 

The squad features Ollie Pope, Jamie Overton, and Jamie Smith, with emerging talents like Dan Lawrence and Olly Stone showing promise. This year, International stars like Williamson, Australia’s David Warner, and Ashton Turner will join the team, adding an explosive depth in both batting and bowling. Nathan Ellis, their top wicket-taker against Oval Invincibles, remains a key asset, while Keaton Jennings is replacing Zak Crawley, who will miss the season due to a finger injury.

The London Spirit men’s team has yet to win the Hundred title, with their best performance being a third-place finish in 2022, reaching the Eliminator but losing to Manchester Originals. In 2024, they finished fourth, qualifying for the Eliminator but falling to Oval Invincibles by nine wickets. 

With an improved batting line-up, Spirit faced the new challenges against Invincibles’ bowling, led by Sam Curran. Despite Spirit’s strong 2024 Eliminator run, Invincibles’ recent dominance (30-run win in 2024) gives them a 60% chance of victory. Though it will be interesting how Spirits will perform at their home ground at the Lord’s, facing defending champions Oval Invincibles in the August 5 opener.

LNS 2025 squad

Jamie Smith, Liam Dawson, Kane Williamson (C), Richard Gleeson, Daniel Worrall, Olly Stone, Keaton Jennings, Ollie Pope, Jamie Overton, David Warner, Luke Wood, Wayne Madsen,  Ashton Turner, Jafer Chohan, Sean Dickson, Ryan Higgins.

Oval Invincibles Team Insight

The defending champions, Oval Invincibles’ men’s team, led by returning captain Sam Billings, is all set to face their arch-rival, London Spirits ,in the 2025 Hundred season. Their 2024 campaign saw them top the group stage, winning five of eight matches, showcasing their batting depth and bowling versatility. They clinched their second title in 2024 by defeating Southern Brave by nine wickets in the 2024 final.

Under the guidance of the coach Tom Moody, the squad boasts stars like Sam Curran, Tom Curran, Will Jacks, and Jordan Cox, with emerging talents Tawanda Muyeye and Harrison Ward stepping up. This year, the Invincibles are packed with overseas players Rashid Khan from Afghanistan, Jason Behrendorff from Australia, and Donovan Ferreira, a South African all-rounder. Gus Atkinson is partially unavailable due to Test commitments, replaced by Ward, while Spencer Johnson’s MLC duties see Mohammed Amir step in. 

In the August 5 opener at Lord’s against the London Spirit, Invincibles hold a 60% chance of victory, fueled by their 2024 nine-wicket rout and Curran’s 14 wickets against the Spirit. Despite Spirit’s home advantage and Kane Williamson’s leadership, Invincibles’ depth and recent dominance make them favorites.

OVI 2025 squad

Sam Curran, Will Jacks, Tom Curran, Jordan Cox, Saqib Mahmood, Sam Billings(C), Gus Atkinson, Nathan Sowter, Donovan Ferreira,  Rashid Khan, Tawanda Muyeye, Miles Hammond, Jason Behrendorff, George Scrimshaw, Zafar Gohar.