The Hundred Men’s competition will get underway on Tuesday, July 21with the first match set to be played at the Kennington Oval in London. Sunrisers Leeds will be hosted by MI London for this emphatic clash which promises to be a mouthwatering contest. The Leeds-based franchise will be led by Zak Crawley, the top-order batter who is currently out of the international side.
The squad features a strong balance of international stars, packed with a mixture of both young and experienced players in the dressing room. The Sunrisers will be looking to open their account in the 100-balls-a-side competition with a win and get their maiden points on the leaderboard.
Here’s the predicted playing XI of Sunrisers Leeds for Match 1 of Hundred Men’s 2026
Top-order: Zak Crawley (C), Ryan Rickelton, Mitchell Marsh
Zak Crawley will be seen not only captaining the side but also commencing the innings with the bat as the opening batter for his side. He will find an able opening partner in Ryan Rickelton. The left-handed attacking batter from South Africa can also be given the job to handle the duties behind the wickets, making him a solid addition to the line-up.
Mitchell Marsh, expected to feature in the competition as a specialist batter, will be seen batting in the top order for the Sunrisers. He is in terrific form at the moment and will be looking to provide thunderous flow of runs from his blade. His leadership experience will also bring substance within the dressing room.
Middle-order: Harry Brook, Benny Howell, Dan Lawrence, Brydon Carse
The most vital cog in Sunrisers’ middle order will be the Harry Brook. Coming off a brilliant series win as captain of England against India, Brook is high on confidence, especially with the number of runs he has scored in the lead up to the upcoming fixture.
Benny Howell and Dan Lawrence, both genuine all-rounders, are expected to carry the load of being the finishers for the side in the clash against the London-based side. Brydon Carse, primarily a bowler, can also be utilised for his pinch-hitting skills towards the fag end of the innings.
Bowlers: Nathan Ellis, Abrar Ahmed, Matthew Potts, Reece Topley
Amid a power-packed top-order with the bat, Sunrisers’ bowling unit is no less. Apart from Carse, Nathan Ellis is expected to open the bowling for the side. Reece Topley, the left-arm pacer is another option for the death overs, with young Matthew Potts also emerging as an option for the middle overs phase.
Abrar Ahmed, the in-form spinner from Pakistan, will also be a useful addition to the squad with his lethal leg-spin and googlies. On a wicket where there is not enough for the bowlers, Abrar’s variations can prove to be priceless for the franchise.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who will Sunrisers Leeds play in the Match 1 of Hundred Men’s 2026?
Sunrisers Leeds will be opening their Hundred Men’s 2026 campaign against MI London.
When will be the Match 1 of Hundred Men’s 2026 be played?
The Match 1 of the Hundred Men’s 2026 between MI London and Sunrisers Leeds will be played on Tuesday, July 21, 2026.
What is the venue for the Match 1 of Hundred Men’s 2026?
The Match 1 of the Hundred Men’s 2026 will be played at the Kennington Oval in London.
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