Tim Seifert delivered a spectacular innings, smashing 67 runs off just 45 balls, which proved decisive in Manchester Super Giants' narrow seven‑run victory over London Spirit at the historic Lord's ground. The match unfolded under dramatic circumstances, beginning with the Super Giants losing the toss and being forced to set a target for the home side.
After their innings, they posted a modest total of 138 runs, leaving the Spirit with a chase of 139 to win. London Spirit’s captain, Liam Livingstone, rose to the occasion with a blistering display of power hitting and all‑round skill. Livingstone struck 69 runs from only 40 deliveries, peppering the boundary with four fours and five sixes.
His aggressive approach brought the Spirit within striking distance, reducing the required runs to just nine off the final three balls. However, his momentum was halted when Sonny Baker dismissed him, and Baker later sealed the win by taking the final wicket of James Coles. 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. It was one of those pitches where they were probably about par. We just got ourselves too far behind the run rate to catch up at the end.
Like I said, a little bit rusty and disappointed. We bowled some really good stuff through the middle and dragged them back towards the end.
It's a pretty decent start and hopefully we can build on this." The match was part of The Hundred’s 2026 season, with the latest league tables and squad announcements generating plenty of buzz among fans. Viewers were encouraged to stream the action on the NOW 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 began shakily.
Their captain, Aiden Markram, was dismissed for a single run after facing just ten balls, caught by Adam Milne. Following Markram’s wicket, Jos Buttler fell for 16, bowled by Adam Zampa. Heinrich Klassen’s wicket fell shortly thereafter, with Livingstone taking a spectacular catch at extra cover despite the bright sun making visibility difficult. Zampa continued his spell, removing Leus du Plooy for six runs and leaving the visitors at 116 for 4.
Tom Moores was run‑out by James Rew, and Dewald Brevis was dismissed for a duck, further tightening the pressure on the Super Giants. Seifert then came to the crease and, after a brief encounter, was caught by David Willey at cover off a delivery from James Coles.
In the latter stages, Livingstone turned his attention to the bowling attack, claiming the wickets of both Liam Dawson and Gus Atkinson, and collaborating with Coles to effect a run‑out of Josh Tongue as the innings drew to a close. The Spirit’s batting lineup struggled against the disciplined Super Giants bowlers. Atkinson managed to claim the wickets of Lhuan‑Dre Pretorius (12), James Rew (0) and Dewald Brevis (22), while Kiran Carlson fell to a delivery from Dawson.
Sonny Baker capped off the match with a confident finish, underscoring why he is regarded as a potential future star for England. His composure under pressure and ability to claim crucial wickets highlighted his growing reputation on the domestic stage.
Beyond the immediate drama, the fixture was part of a double‑header weekend at Edgbaston, where Birmingham Phoenix were set to face Trent Rockets in both the women's and men's contests. The women's game was scheduled for a 3 p.m. kickoff, with the men's match slated for 6:30 p.m., offering fans a full day of high‑octane cricket. Both matches were available live on Sky Sports and streamed for free on the NOW platform, providing a convenient way for supporters to follow the action without a subscription.
The Hundred continues to innovate with its fast‑paced format, and matches like this one at Lord's showcase the excitement and unpredictability that the competition promises. As the season progresses, teams will look to build on performances like Seifert’s explosive knock and the spirited fight put up by Spirit’s captain Livingstone, both of which hint at a tightly contested race for the top spots in the league standings.