Oval Invincibles secured a crucial six-wicket win over Southern Brave

Oval Invincibles secured a crucial six-wicket win over Southern Brave in their top-of-the-table clash at The Kia Oval. Tom Curran led with 4 for 24, supported by his brother Sam, who took 2 for 27, restricting Brave to 118 for 8.

In a challenging chase, Dawid Malan faced 10 consecutive dot balls and Chris Jordan bowled 11 scoreless deliveries, before Jordan Cox and Sam Curran combined for a 58-run stand off 27 balls to guide Invincibles to victory with 15 balls to spare.

James Vince was the standout performer for Brave, scoring 52 from 39 balls. Despite his efforts, the Brave’s innings faltered, losing wickets at regular intervals. Tom Curran’s final-over hat-trick attempt highlighted his dominance.

Sam Curran and Cox finished the chase effectively, with Curran scoring 35 off 18 balls and Cox remaining unbeaten on 46 from 29 balls. Invincibles’ win brings them closer to the knockout stages.

Sam Curran, named Meerkat Match Hero, praised the team’s performance and expressed confidence in their chances to reach the final at Lord's.