London Spirit vs MI London Fantasy XI, Captain Picks & Pitch Report — The Hundred 2026 Match 23
London Spirit take on MI London in The Hundred 2026 at Lord's on August 6, 2026, with play starting at 11:00 PM IST. LS arrive with 1 win from their last 5, MIL with 3 from 5. LS hold the edge in their recent meetings, 1–0. Innings at this ground have averaged 108 across 4 completed matches. Will Jacks is the form pick of the two squads with 195 runs in 5 matches. Below: the full suggested fantasy XI, captain and vice-captain picks, pitch report, head-to-head record and recent form for both sides.
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MIL posted 164/6 (18.4/20 ov, target 161) and then bowled out LS to win. MIL won by 4 wickets. Lhuan-Dre Pretorius was the standout batter, scoring 52 off 28 balls. Nathan Sowter led the bowling attack with 2/29. Sikandar Raza was named Player of the Match.
Lord's has averaged 108 runs an innings this season, from 4 completed matches. Totals have ranged from 80 to 138, so par is worth judging on the day rather than from the fixture list. LS have played 2 matches here in The Hundred 2026, averaging 118 and winning 0 of 2 with a best of 131.
Tip: Always check the official playing XI announced on match day before finalising your fantasy team — last-minute changes happen.
Team Assessment
London Spirit have been inconsistent lately (1W in their last 5) — which version turns up is the question.
MI London are in strong recent T20 form (3W in their last 5) — confidence will be high.
Key Players to Watch
Liam Livingstone brings 157 runs and 2 wickets in 5 matches to this fixture for LS, averaging 71.8 fantasy points a game and with a best of 211.
David Willey has 95 runs and 5 wickets in 5 matches for LS in The Hundred 2026, averaging 69.2 fantasy points a game and with a best of 159.
137 runs in 5 matches in The Hundred 2026 makes Dewald Brevis one of LS's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 51.2 fantasy points a game and with a best of 76.
Jamie Overton brings 47 runs and 4 wickets in 5 matches to this fixture for LS, averaging 50 fantasy points a game and with a best of 109.
Will Jacks has 195 runs in 5 matches for MIL in The Hundred 2026, averaging 79.4 fantasy points a game and with a best of 161.
132 runs in 5 matches in The Hundred 2026 makes Nicholas Pooran one of MIL's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 67.4 fantasy points a game and with a best of 157.
Sam Curran brings 113 runs and 4 wickets in 4 matches to this fixture for MIL, averaging 83.8 fantasy points a game and with a best of 171.
Richard Gleeson has 9 wickets in 5 matches for MIL in The Hundred 2026, averaging 63 fantasy points a game and with a best of 159.
Fantasy Cricket Picks
195 runs in 5 matches for MIL in The Hundred 2026 at 79.4 points a game — a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.
157 runs and 2 wickets in 5 matches for LS in The Hundred 2026 at 71.8 points a game — a high-floor pick. Strong 1.5× value.
Must Picks
157 runs and 2 wickets in 5 matches for LS in The Hundred 2026 at 71.8 points a game — a high-floor pick.
95 runs and 5 wickets in 5 matches for LS in The Hundred 2026 at 69.2 points a game — a high-floor pick.
195 runs in 5 matches for MIL in The Hundred 2026 at 79.4 points a game — a high-floor pick.
132 runs in 5 matches for MIL in The Hundred 2026 at 67.4 points a game — a high-floor pick.
Differential Picks (Grand League)
In The Hundred 2026, Lhuan-Dre Pretorius has already posted a single-match best of 127 fantasy points against a 44.2-point average — a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.
In The Hundred 2026, Rashid Khan has already posted a single-match best of 203 fantasy points against a 60.2-point average — a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.
Suggested Fantasy XI
Match Prediction
London Spirit hold the head-to-head edge (1–0) and start as slight favourites, though MI London have the firepower to upset them.
This XI leans 7-4 towards MIL, which is a deliberate bet rather than a hedge — Will Jacks takes the armband, so if MIL are rolled over cheaply your score goes with them. If you want to de-risk it, swap one MIL middle-order batter for the equivalent slot on the other side before the toss.
Match Trivia
In their only previous meeting in The Hundred 2026 (29 Jul), London Spirit came out on top.
The highest individual score at Lord's in The Hundred 2026 is Liam Livingstone's 69 off 40 balls.
The best bowling figures at Lord's in The Hundred 2026 are Jofra Archer's 4/9.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win London Spirit vs MI London?
London Spirit hold the head-to-head edge (1–0) and start as slight favourites, though MI London have the firepower to upset them.
Who should be captain for London Spirit vs MI London in fantasy cricket?
Will Jacks is the top captain pick, with Liam Livingstone as vice-captain. 195 runs in 5 matches for MIL in The Hundred 2026 at 79.4 points a game — a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.
What is the pitch report for Lord's?
Lord's has averaged 108 runs an innings this season, from 4 completed matches. Totals have ranged from 80 to 138, so par is worth judging on the day rather than from the fixture list. LS have played 2 matches here in The Hundred 2026, averaging 118 and winning 0 of 2 with a best of 131.
When is London Spirit vs MI London?
London Spirit vs MI London is scheduled for August 6, 2026 at 11:00 PM IST, Lord's.
What is the head-to-head record between London Spirit and MI London?
LS lead 1–0 across their last 1 meeting.
How have London Spirit and MI London been performing recently?
London Spirit have been inconsistent lately (1W in their last 5) — which version turns up is the question. MI London are in strong recent T20 form (3W in their last 5) — confidence will be high.
Who is a good differential pick for London Spirit vs MI London?
Lhuan-Dre Pretorius (LS) — In The Hundred 2026, Lhuan-Dre Pretorius has already posted a single-match best of 127 fantasy points against a 44.2-point average — a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.
Are there any notable stats for London Spirit vs MI London?
In their only previous meeting in The Hundred 2026 (29 Jul), London Spirit came out on top. The highest individual score at Lord's in The Hundred 2026 is Liam Livingstone's 69 off 40 balls. The best bowling figures at Lord's in The Hundred 2026 are Jofra Archer's 4/9.
What's a good fantasy XI for London Spirit vs MI London?
A balanced XI built from both squads: Nicholas Pooran, Will Jacks, Dewald Brevis, James Vince, Liam Livingstone, David Willey, Richard Gleeson, Rashid Khan, Trent Boult, Sam Curran, Jamie Overton. Adjust based on the confirmed playing XI closer to the toss.
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