Forget everything you thought you knew about cricket, because The Hundred is about to flip the script on that whole “matches lasting days” thing. This wild 100-ball competition is kicking off July 21 and promises games that are roughly two and a half hours, making it perfect for anyone who wants high-energy action without a multi-day commitment. The tournament runs straight through until August 16, wrapping up with both men’s and women’s finals.
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You absolutely do not want to miss this, and thankfully watching The Hundred here in the U.S. is going to be super easy. All the matches are going to be on Willow TV or Willow 2. If you are already rocking with Fubo, DirecTV Sports Pack, or Sling’s Dakshin Flex pass add-on, you are good to go because Willow TV is available there. Plus, a selection of matches will also be streaming on DAZN. That means no excuses, you can catch all the short-form cricket chaos! The first match is July 21 at 9:45 am ET with MI London vs. SunRisers Leeds, followed by the men’s game at 1:30 p.m. ET. Get those alarms set!
Eight Squads Ready to Throw Down in the UK
This competition is bringing some serious heat from eight city-based teams over in the U.K., each rocking a 16-player roster that includes both men’s and women’s squads. We are talking about teams like Birmingham Phoenix, London Spirit, Manchester Super Giants, Sunrisers Leeds, MI London, Southern Brave, Trent Rockets, and Welsh Fire all battling it out. Every single day of the tournament features a women’s match followed by a men’s match. For example, July 22 brings Southern Brave vs Welsh Fire, starting at 10 a.m. ET with the women’s game. Then on July 23, it is London Spirit vs Manchester Super Giants at 10 a.m. ET.
It is going to be an intense ride all the way through August 16. If you have ever thought about checking out cricket but were put off by the length, this is your shot. This shorter format is a game-changer, promising non-stop excitement every match. You gotta check it out.
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