Oval Invincibles
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Wikipedia - Oval Invincibles
Oval Invincibles is a franchise 100-ball cricket side based in South London. The team represents the historic counties of Surrey and Kent in the newly founded The Hundred competition, which took place for the first time during the 2021 English and Welsh cricket season. Both the men's side and the women's side plays at The Oval.
History
The announcement of the new eight-team men's and women's tournament series in 2019 was not without controversy, with the likes of Virat Kohli criticising the England and Wales Cricket Board for pursuing a shift away from Test cricket, while others argued the format should have followed the established and successful Twenty20 format. The ECB however decided it needed a more unique format to draw crowds.
In August 2019, the side announced that Australian coach Tom Moody would be the men's team's first coach, while former England Women player Lydia Greenway was appointed coach of the Women's team.
The inaugural Hundred draft took place in October 2019 and saw the Invincibles claim Sam Curran as their headline men's draftee, and Laura Marsh as the women's headliner. They were joined by England internationals Tom Curran and Jason Roy for the men's team, while Fran Wilson joined Marsh in the women's side.
The team's name, "Oval Invincibles," reflects their unbeatable spirit and determination to succeed. They are known for their aggressive playing style, strategic tactics, and unwavering commitment to excellence.
Fans of the Oval Invincibles can always expect an exciting and competitive match whenever they take the field. Whether they are facing off against a rival team or competing in a high-stakes tournament, the Oval Invincibles always give their all and leave everything on the field.
With a winning record and a reputation for being one of the top teams in the league, the Oval Invincibles are a team that commands respect and admiration from fans and competitors alike. Their legacy of success and their never-say-die attitude make them a team to watch out for in the world of cricket.