MIL W vs LS W 23 Match Highlight & Report | The Hundred Women 2026 : MI London Women edged past London Spirit Women by just 3 runs in a thrilling contest in The Hundred Women 2026, thanks to an outstanding all-round display from Amelia Kerr. After rescuing her side with a magnificent unbeaten 69 off 41 balls, Kerr also chipped in with a crucial wicket as MI defended 122/9 to secure a hard-fought victory. For her match-winning performance, the New Zealand all-rounder was deservedly named Player of the Match.
Amelia Kerr Rescues MI London Women After Top-Order Collapse
Asked to bat first, MI London Women endured a nightmare start as their top order crumbled under disciplined bowling from London Spirit Women.
Wicketkeeper Kira Chathli was dismissed for 7, while star all-rounder Hayley Matthews managed only 2 runs. Captain Hollie Armitage also departed cheaply for 6, leaving MI struggling early in the innings.
The collapse continued when Nicola Carey was trapped lbw without scoring, followed by Alice Monaghan, who also fell for a duck. At one stage, MI London Women had lost five wickets with very little on the board and looked set for a below-par total.
With the innings in danger, Amelia Kerr produced a remarkable knock under pressure. Showing excellent composure and smart shot selection, she remained unbeaten on 69 from just 41 deliveries, smashing five fours and four sixes. Kerr controlled the innings beautifully, rotating the strike when needed before accelerating in the closing stages.
She found valuable support from Chinelle Henry, who contributed a quick 22 off 15 balls, helping MI London Women recover to a competitive 122/9 in 100 balls.
Charlie Dean Stars With the Ball for London Spirit Women
London Spirit Women were excellent with the ball despite ending up on the losing side.
Captain Charlie Dean led from the front, claiming 3 wickets for 26 runs from her 20-ball spell and dismantling MI’s middle order.
Nadine de Klerk and Hannah Rainey picked up two wickets each, while experienced all-rounder Marizanne Kapp and Katie George chipped in with one wicket apiece to keep MI under constant pressure throughout the innings.
London Spirit Women Fight Hard in the Chase
Chasing 123 for victory, London Spirit Women also suffered an early setback as Grace Harris fell for just 4 runs in the opening exchanges.
Amy Jones managed only 9, while Marie Kelly scored 6 before being dismissed, leaving Spirit under pressure inside the powerplay.
Experienced all-rounder Marizanne Kapp then steadied the innings with an impressive 34 off 28 balls, striking two boundaries and a six. However, just when she looked set to take control of the chase, she was dismissed by Amelia Kerr at a crucial stage.
Nadine de Klerk Keeps the Chase Alive
Middle-order batter Nadine de Klerk played a fighting innings of 35 from 29 deliveries, hitting three fours and a six to keep London Spirit Women in the contest.
Late in the innings, Deandra Dottin injected fresh life into the chase with a rapid 11 off just 6 balls, making the finish incredibly tense.
However, MI London Women’s bowlers held their nerve brilliantly in the closing moments. Dottin’s run-out further dented Spirit’s hopes, and despite a spirited fightback, they finished on 119/8, falling agonizingly short by 3 runs.
MI London Women Bowlers Deliver Under Pressure
MI London Women’s bowling attack shared the responsibility in defending a modest target.
Nicola Carey and Hayley Matthews picked up two wickets each, while Tara Norris, Alexa Stonehouse, and Amelia Kerr claimed one wicket apiece.
The bowlers maintained excellent discipline during the death overs, preventing London Spirit Women from finding the boundaries when they mattered the most and successfully defending the total.
Amelia Kerr Named Player of the Match
Amelia Kerr once again proved why she is one of the world’s finest all-rounders. Her unbeaten 69-run masterclass rescued MI London Women from a difficult position and laid the foundation for victory. She later contributed with an important wicket, completing a match-winning all-round performance.
Her calmness under pressure and ability to influence the game with both bat and ball earned her the Player of the Match award.
Match Summary
- MI London Women: 122/9 (100 balls)
- London Spirit Women: 119/8 (100 balls)
- MI London Women won by 3 runs
- Player of the Match: Amelia Kerr тАУ 69 (41) & 1 wicket*
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