1. Rashid Khan's 5/17 Powers MI London to Dominant 45-Run Victory
Rashid Khan produced a bowling masterclass, claiming the first five-wicket haul of The Hundred 2026 season to guide MI London to a resounding 45-run win over Manchester Super Giants at The Oval . The Afghanistan leg-spinner finished with sensational figures of 5/17 from his 20 deliveries, dismantling the Super Giants' chase after Will Jacks and Nicholas Pooran had set up a formidable total .
2. Will Jacks' 62 off 31 and Pooran's 54 off 28 Propel MI London to 183/6
MI London posted their highest total of the season, reaching 183/6, courtesy of brutal ball-striking from their top order . Will Jacks smashed 62 off 31 balls, including three fours and six sixes, sharing a 71-run opening stand with James Vince . Nicholas Pooran then took over, hammering 54 off 28 deliveries with five fours and four sixes to propel the total .
3. Rashid's Five-Wicket Haul: The Best Bowling Performance of The Hundred 2026
Rashid Khan's 5/17 now stands as the fifth-best bowling figures in the history of the men's Hundred competition . He broke a threatening 59-run opening partnership by bowling Tim Seifert, dismissed the dangerous Jos Buttler caught in the deep, and then ripped through the middle order . He dismissed Heinrich Klaasen, Tom Moores, and Liam Dawson to complete his maiden five-wicket haul in the tournament .
4. Rashid Khan Signs Off in Style Before Afghanistan Duty
Rashid Khan delivered the perfect parting gift to MI London before departing for international duty with Afghanistan . "I needed those wickets. I'd had a bit of a quiet tournament overall for me," Rashid said after the match . "National duty is something that is the first priority. I had a great time here over the last two-three weeks, and going back tonight to Ireland for the ODIs" . He could yet return if MI London reach the final on August 16 .
5. Aiden Markram's 50 in Vain as Super Giants' Chase Derailed
Manchester Super Giants captain Aiden Markram gave his team a flying start, smashing a 25-ball half-century in the powerplay . He was even more destructive than Jacks earlier, hitting 38 from his first 17 balls as the Super Giants reached 55/0 . However, his dismissal for 50 triggered a collapse, and the visitors could only manage 138 all out .
6. MI London Climb to Second Place in Points Table with Crucial Win
The victory had a significant impact on the standings, with MI London climbing to second place in the points table . They now sit above Welsh Fire on net run-rate . Meanwhile, Manchester Super Giants slipped to fifth following their third consecutive defeat, having been in third place before the match .
7. Jacks and Vince's 71-Run Opening Stand Sets the Tone for MI London
Will Jacks and James Vince gave MI London the perfect start, adding 71 runs for the first wicket in just 50 balls . Jacks scored 34 off his first 18 balls, clearing the rope four times, as MI London reached 45/0 after 25 balls . Vince contributed a steady 29 before falling to Liam Dawson .
8. Pooran's 25-Ball Fifty Continues His Red-Hot Form in The Hundred
Nicholas Pooran continued his impressive run in The Hundred 2026, bringing up his half-century from just 25 balls . He reached the milestone with a flurry of boundaries off Gus Atkinson, hitting six, six, and four in succession . He was eventually bowled by Josh Tongue for 54 from 28 balls .
9. Josh Tongue Shines with 2/13 Despite MI London's Batting Onslaught
England pacer Josh Tongue was the standout bowler for Manchester Super Giants, finishing with excellent figures of 2/13 from his 20 deliveries . Amongst the carnage, he removed Nicholas Pooran and Sherfane Rutherford in his final set and bowled a brilliant spell that helped restrict MI London from posting an even bigger total .
10. Rashid's Double Strike Removes Seifert and Buttler to Turn the Game
The turning point of the match came when Rashid Khan was introduced into the attack . He struck twice in quick succession, bowling Tim Seifert (17) and then having Jos Buttler (2) caught on the leg-side boundary by a brilliant Nathan Sowter catch . Super Giants slipped from 59/0 to 70/2, and the chase never recovered .
11. Rashid's Middle-Order Carnage: Klaasen, Moores, Dawson Fall in Quick Succession
After the dismissal of Aiden Markram, Rashid Khan smelled blood and ripped through the Super Giants' middle order . He dismissed Heinrich Klaasen (13) and Tom Moores (0) in the space of two balls before Liam Dawson chopped on to give him his fifth wicket . Super Giants crumbled from 74/3 to 109/6 .
12. Sam Curran and Tom Curran Contribute with Both Bat and Ball
The Curran brothers played key roles in MI London's victory . Sam Curran contributed a brisk 23 off 11 balls with the bat and also took a brilliant catch to dismiss Aiden Markram . Tom Curran bagged a couple of wickets at the death, while Richard Gleeson and Trent Boult also chipped in as Super Giants were bowled out in 95 balls .
13. MI London's Highest Total of The Hundred 2026 Season
MI London's total of 183/6 was their highest score of the 2026 campaign . The innings featured an explosive powerplay where they reached 45/0 in the first 25 balls, setting the platform for a big total . The home side's aggressive batting left the Super Giants with a daunting target at the Oval .
14. Super Giants' Third Consecutive Defeat Dents Their Playoff Hopes
Despite the loss, Manchester Super Giants are still in the race for a spot in the Hundred Eliminator . However, their third consecutive defeat has seen them slip from third to fifth place in the points table . They will need to quickly arrest their slide to stay in contention for the knockout stages .
15. Rashid Khan's Legacy: Eighth Five-Wicket Haul in Hundred History
Rashid Khan's 5/17 was the eighth five-wicket haul in the history of the men's Hundred competition . The Afghanistan superstar joined an elite list that includes Marchant de Lange, Imran Tahir, and Sam Curran . His performance added to his growing legacy as one of the greatest T20 bowlers ever .
FAQ
Q1: Who won the match between MI London and Manchester Super Giants?
MI London won by 45 runs at The Oval, climbing to second place in the points table .
Q2: What was Rashid Khan's bowling figures?
Rashid Khan finished with sensational figures of 5/17 from his 20 deliveries, the first five-wicket haul of The Hundred 2026 season .
Q3: How did MI London's batters perform?
Will Jacks scored 62 off 31 balls, and Nicholas Pooran made 54 off 28 deliveries, helping MI London post 183/6 .
Q4: What was the total posted by MI London?
MI London scored 183/6 in 100 balls, their highest total of the 2026 campaign .
Q5: Who top-scored for Manchester Super Giants?
Captain Aiden Markram top-scored with 50 off 26 balls, but his innings went in vain .
Q6: Why is Rashid Khan leaving the tournament?
Rashid Khan has departed for international duty with Afghanistan for their ODI series against Ireland . He could return if MI London reach the final on August 16 .
Q7: What did Rashid Khan say about his performance?
Rashid said: "I needed those wickets. I'd had a bit of a quiet tournament overall for me, but just tried my best to keep things simple and hit the right area consistently and I got the results" .
Q8: How did the result affect the points table?
MI London climbed to second place, while Manchester Super Giants slipped to fifth following their third consecutive defeat .