Rashid Khan’s Five-Wicket Masterclass Powers MI London to 45-Run Win Over Manchester Super Giants in The Hundred 2026
London: Rashid Khan delivered a sensational all-round performance with the ball as MI London defeated Manchester Super Giants by 45 runs in Match 18 of The Hundred Men 2026 at The Kia Oval. After posting an imposing 183/6 in 100 balls, MI London bowled out Manchester Super Giants for 138 in 95 balls, with Rashid claiming a brilliant five-wicket haul (5/17). The comprehensive victory propelled MI London to second place in the points table on net run rate while keeping their playoff hopes firmly alive.
Match Summary
| Match | MI London vs Manchester Super Giants |
|---|---|
| Tournament | The Hundred Men 2026 |
| Match No. | 18 |
| Venue | The Kia Oval, London |
| Toss | Manchester Super Giants won the toss and elected to field |
| MI London | 183/6 (100 Balls) |
| Manchester Super Giants | 138 All Out (95 Balls) |
| Result | MI London won by 45 runs |
| Player of the Match | Rashid Khan (5/17) |
| Crowd Attendance | 18,011 |
Will Jacks Sets the Tone with Explosive Fifty
After Manchester Super Giants opted to bowl first, MI London openers immediately attacked the bowling. Will Jacks looked in outstanding touch from the very beginning, smashing boundaries all around the ground and ensuring his side dominated the mandatory powerplay.
Jacks raced to his half-century in just 28 deliveries, bringing up one of the quickest fifties of the season. The England all-rounder eventually scored an entertaining 62 off only 31 balls, including three fours and six massive sixes at an exceptional strike rate of 200.00.
His aggressive approach helped MI London reach 50 in only 29 balls before sharing an opening partnership worth 71 runs with James Vince.
James Vince Provides Perfect Support
While Jacks dominated the scoring, James Vince played the ideal supporting role. He rotated strike efficiently, punished loose deliveries and ensured the pressure remained on the bowlers throughout the opening phase.
Vince contributed 29 runs from 20 balls with four boundaries and one six before Liam Dawson broke the opening stand. By then, MI London had already established complete control over the innings.
Nicholas Pooran Continues His Brilliant Form
West Indies star Nicholas Pooran continued his remarkable batting form after arriving at number three. He immediately launched an aggressive counterattack against both pace and spin, clearing the ropes with remarkable ease.
Pooran completed his fifty from just 25 deliveries and finished with a superb 54 off 28 balls, hitting five fours and four sixes. His fearless batting prevented Manchester Super Giants from making any comeback after the dismissal of Will Jacks.
Sam Curran Accelerates During Death Overs
Captain Sam Curran ensured MI London maintained their momentum in the closing stages. The left-hander blasted 23 runs from only 11 deliveries, striking at over 209 while sharing a rapid partnership with Nicholas Pooran.
The pair added 44 runs in just 23 balls, pushing MI London beyond the 150-run mark and placing enormous pressure on the opposition bowlers.
Late Cameos Lift MI London to Their Highest Total
Although Sherfane Rutherford and Tom Curran departed cheaply, Rashid Khan remained unbeaten at the finish with a quick cameo. MI London eventually closed their innings on 183/6, their highest total of The Hundred 2026 campaign and one that proved more than enough on the night.
MI London Batting Scorecard
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Will Jacks | 62 | 31 | 3 | 6 | 200.00 |
| James Vince | 29 | 20 | 4 | 1 | 145.00 |
| Nicholas Pooran | 54 | 28 | 5 | 4 | 192.85 |
| Sam Curran (c) | 23 | 11 | 1 | 2 | 209.09 |
| Sherfane Rutherford | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 25.00 |
| Tom Curran | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 50.00 |
| Rashid Khan* | 7 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 175.00 |
| Extras | 6 | (b 1, lb 2, w 3) | |||
| Total | 183/6 | 100 Balls | Run Rate: 1.83 Runs Per Ball | ||
Manchester Super Giants Chase Falls Apart After Bright Start
Chasing 184, Manchester Super Giants began confidently as Tim Seifert and captain Aiden Markram attacked the new ball. The pair added 59 runs for the opening wicket, with Markram producing his best innings of the tournament. However, once Rashid Khan was introduced into the attack, the momentum shifted dramatically in MI London’s favour.
Markram top-scored with 50 off 26 balls, but none of the remaining middle-order batters could build a meaningful partnership. Jos Buttler, Heinrich Klaasen and Tom Moores all fell during Rashid Khan’s destructive spell as the chase unraveled.
Rashid Khan Produces Match-Winning Five-Wicket Spell
Afghanistan superstar Rashid Khan delivered one of the finest bowling performances in The Hundred history, finishing with remarkable figures of 5/17 from 20 balls. He dismissed Tim Seifert, Jos Buttler, Heinrich Klaasen, Tom Moores and Liam Dawson to completely derail Manchester Super Giants’ chase.
It was Rashid’s first five-wicket haul in The Hundred and his first T20 five-for since January 2022. His spell ensured Manchester Super Giants were bowled out for 138 in 95 balls, handing MI London a dominant 45-run victory.
Manchester Super Giants Batting Scorecard
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aiden Markram (c) | 50 | 26 | 7 | 1 |
| Leus du Plooy | 22 | 17 | 2 | 0 |
| Tim Seifert | 17 | 12 | 1 | 1 |
| Heinrich Klaasen | 13 | 10 | 0 | 1 |
| Gus Atkinson | 9 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
| Noor Ahmad | 8 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Josh Tongue* | 8 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
| Others & Extras | 11 | – | – | – |
| Total | 138 All Out | 95 Balls | Lost by 45 Runs | |
MI London Bowling Figures
| Bowler | Balls | Runs | Wickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rashid Khan | 20 | 17 | 5 |
| Tom Curran | 20 | 38 | 2 |
| Trent Boult | 20 | 32 | 1 |
| Nathan Sowter | 20 | 23 | 1 |
| Richard Gleeson | 10 | 24 | 1 |
| Will Jacks | 5 | 4 | 0 |
Playing XI
MI London
Will Jacks, James Vince, Nicholas Pooran (wk), Sam Curran (c), Sherfane Rutherford, Tom Curran, Rashid Khan, Ollie Pope, Trent Boult, Nathan Sowter, Richard Gleeson.
Manchester Super Giants
Tim Seifert, Aiden Markram (c), Jos Buttler (wk), Heinrich Klaasen, Leus du Plooy, Tom Moores, Liam Dawson, Gus Atkinson, Noor Ahmad, Josh Tongue, Sonny Baker.
Key Match Facts
- Venue: The Kia Oval, London
- Toss: Manchester Super Giants elected to field first.
- Result: MI London won by 45 runs.
- Player of the Match: Rashid Khan (5/17).
- Crowd Attendance: 18,011.
- Points: MI London 4, Manchester Super Giants 0.
- MI London climbed to second place on Net Run Rate.
- Rashid Khan signed off before leaving for Afghanistan’s ODI series in Ireland.
Rashid Khan Reacts After Match
“I needed those wickets. I’d had a quiet tournament by my standards, but I kept things simple and hit the right areas consistently. National duty is always the first priority, and now I’m heading to Ireland with confidence.”
What’s Next?
With this convincing 45-run victory, MI London climbed to second place in The Hundred 2026 men’s standings, overtaking Welsh Fire on Net Run Rate and significantly strengthening their push for a direct place in the knockout stage. However, the franchise is set to miss Rashid Khan for the remainder of the league phase as the Afghanistan leg-spinner leaves for international duty in Ireland. Manchester Super Giants, meanwhile, remain in the race for the Eliminator despite the defeat but will need strong performances in their remaining fixtures to keep their playoff hopes alive.
