Tim Seifert delivered a spectacular innings, smashing 67 runs from just 45 balls to propel the Manchester Super Giants to a narrow seven‑run victory over the London Spirit at Lord's. The match unfolded with high drama, starting with the Super Giants losing the toss and being forced to set a target for the home side.
They posted a modest total of 138 runs, leaving the Spirit with a chase of 139. The Spirit’s captain, Liam Livingstone, rose to the occasion, contributing a blazing 69 runs off 40 deliveries. His aggressive stroke‑play, which included four fours and five sixes, brought London within striking distance, reducing the deficit to nine runs needed from the final three balls.
However, his innings was cut short when Sonny Baker claimed his wicket, and Baker then dismissed James Coles to seal the win for the Super Giants. Livingstone reflected on the loss, 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 recover in the end.
I'm a bit rusty and disappointed, but we bowled some excellent deliveries in the middle overs and pulled the game back. It's a decent start and we hope to build on it." The match was part of The Hundred’s 2026 season, and it highlighted the unpredictable nature of the competition. Early in the innings, the Super Giants faced setbacks when their captain Aiden Markram was dismissed for just one run after ten balls, caught by Adam Milne. Jos Buttler followed, falling for 16 to Adam Zampa.
Heinrich Klassen also went early, and a spectacular catch by Livingstone at extra cover off a David Willey delivery added to the drama. Zampa continued his spell, removing Leus du Plooy for six, leaving the Super Giants at 116‑4. Tom Moores was then run out by James Rew, and Dewald Brevis was dismissed for a duck.
Seifert’s wicket fell next, caught by Willey off a James Coles delivery. Despite these losses, the Super Giants managed to post a defendable total thanks to Seifert’s late surge.
In the second innings, Spirit bowler Livingstone turned his attention to the opposition, taking the wickets of Liam Dawson and Gus Atkinson, and partnering with James Coles to run out Josh Tongue in the final over. The Spirit’s batting line‑up struggled against the disciplined Super 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 finished the game with a flourish, underscoring why he is considered a future England star. His decisive wickets at the death cemented the Super Giants’ triumph and demonstrated the impact a young bowler can have in high‑pressure situations. Looking ahead, the Hundred’s double‑header on Friday will be staged at Edgbaston, featuring a clash between Birmingham Phoenix and Trent Rockets. The women's match kicks off at 3 p.m., followed by the men’s game at 6:30 p.m.
Both fixtures will be broadcast live on Sky Sports and streamed on YouTube, while fans can also watch on the NOW platform without a contract. The upcoming games promise more excitement as teams continue to adapt and vie for positions in the league table. Overall, the Super Giants’ win at Lord's showcases the blend of explosive batting and incisive bowling that defines The Hundred. Tim Seifert’s quickfire 67 not only rescued his side after early wickets but also set a tone of resilience that paid dividends in the final overs.
Meanwhile, Liam Livingstone’s all‑round performance—both with bat and ball—highlights his value as a captain, even though his team fell just short. The match serves as a reminder that in this fast‑paced format, momentum can shift in an instant, and every delivery counts toward the ultimate outcome.