Tim Seifert delivered a spectacular innings, smashing 67 runs from just 45 balls to help the Manchester Super Giants secure a seven‑run victory over the London Spirit in a dramatic showdown at Lord's. The match began with the Super Giants losing the toss, which meant they had to bat first and set a target for the home side. After a solid opening partnership, the Giants posted a total of 138 runs, leaving the Spirit with a modest chase of 139 to win. The Spirit’s chase started shakily, but their captain, Liam Livingstone, turned the tide with a blistering knock of his own.
Livingstone, who contributed with both bat and ball throughout the tournament, smashed 69 runs off just 40 deliveries, peppering the scoreboard with four fours and five sixes. His aggressive on‑slaught brought the Spirit within striking distance, reducing the required runs to nine off the final three balls.
However, his momentum was halted when Sonny Baker bowled him out, and Baker then finished the game by dismissing James Coles, sealing the win for the Super Giants. Livingstone reflected on the defeat, saying, "We couldn't get over the line, a little disappointed.
It was a good game of cricket. Just a shame we fell short. The pitch was probably about par, but we fell behind the required run‑rate and couldn't catch up.
I'm a bit rusty and disappointed, but we bowled some excellent deliveries in the middle overs and pulled back towards the end. It's a decent start and we hope to build on this." The match was part of the ongoing Hundred competition, with the latest league tables and squad updates for the 2026 season available for fans.
Viewers were encouraged to watch the action on the NOW streaming platform, which offers a more accessible video player for Chrome users, as well as live coverage on Sky Sports and YouTube. The Super Giants’ innings was not without its own drama.
Early on, they lost their captain, Aiden Markram, for just a single run after Adam Milne trapped him on the very first over. Soon after, Jos Buttler fell for 16, bowled by Adam Zampa.
Heinrich Klassen was the next wicket to fall, caught spectacularly by Livingstone at extra cover off a David Willey delivery, despite the glare of the sun. Zampa continued his spell, dismissing Leus du Plooy for six, leaving the Giants at 116‑4. A run‑out by James Rew saw Tom Moores depart without scoring, while Dewald Brevis was also dismissed for a duck.
Seifert then came to the crease and, after a brief partnership, was caught by Willey at cover off a delivery from James Coles. In the death overs, Livingstone turned his attention to the Giants’ batting line‑up, taking the wickets of both Liam Dawson and Gus Atkinson. He also teamed up with Coles to execute a run‑out of Josh Tongue, showcasing his all‑round prowess. The Spirit’s bowlers struggled against the Giants’ attack; Atkinson claimed the wickets of Lhuan‑Dre Pretorius (12), James Rew (0) and Dewald Brevis (22), while Kiran Carlson fell to Dawson.
Sonny Baker, the young fast bowler who dismissed Livingstone, capped his performance by cleaning up the tail, reinforcing why many see him as a future England star. His composure under pressure helped the Super Giants clinch the match in the final moments. Looking ahead, the Hundred’s double‑header on Friday will be played at Edgbaston, featuring a clash between Birmingham Phoenix and Trent Rockets.
The women's fixture kicks off at 3 p.m., followed by the men’s match at 6:30 p.m. Both games will be broadcast live on Sky Sports and streamed on YouTube, with additional coverage available on the NOW platform for fans seeking a contract‑free viewing experience. Overall, the encounter at Lord's highlighted the unpredictable nature of the Hundred format, where a single explosive innings—like Seifert’s 67‑run blitz—can swing the momentum dramatically.
While the Spirit fell just short despite Livingstone’s heroic effort, the Super Giants celebrated a hard‑earned win that underscores their growing confidence in the competition. The tournament continues to deliver high‑octane cricket, with teams vying for crucial points as the season progresses toward its climax.