Oval Invincibles: The Hundred Team Guide
Oval Invincibles play their home games at The Kia Oval, London, and were champions in the first edition of The Hundred in 2021. This guide covers their squad, home ground, key players and history in the competition.
The Champions of the First Hundred
Oval Invincibles are one of eight teams in The Hundred, the 100-ball cricket competition launched by the England and Wales Cricket Board in 2021. Based at The Kia Oval in Kennington, south London — one of cricket's most historic grounds — they won the inaugural edition of the competition in both the men's and women's tournaments, making them the most successful team in the competition's opening year.
Home Ground: The Kia Oval
The Kia Oval has hosted Test cricket since 1880 and is Surrey County Cricket Club's home. For The Hundred, it provides a stunning backdrop with a capacity of around 25,500. The ground is notable for its gasometers beyond the Vauxhall End — an iconic London landmark — and has hosted memorable Ashes Tests including the 2019 decider and the 1971 match where India beat England for the first time on English soil.
Key Players and Squad Identity
The Oval Invincibles have been built around a combination of England internationals and overseas stars. In the men's team, Jason Roy was a foundational power-hitting presence at the top of the order, while Sam Curran and other Surrey-affiliated players formed the core. The women's team, coached with the same ambition as the men's side, won the inaugural title under Suzie Bates's leadership.
The Hundred Format
Each team in The Hundred plays 100 balls per innings rather than the traditional overs format. Each bowler can deliver up to 10 consecutive balls, and there is a change of ends every 10 balls. Teams field 11 players and play 25 fixtures in the round-robin stage, with the top three progressing to Finals Day.
Frequently asked questions
Where do Oval Invincibles play?
Oval Invincibles play their home games at The Kia Oval in Kennington, south London, which is also the home of Surrey County Cricket Club.
Did Oval Invincibles win The Hundred?
Yes — Oval Invincibles won both the men's and women's Hundred titles in the inaugural 2021 season, making them the first champions of the competition.