MI London face Trent Rockets in Match 25 of The Hundred 2026 at The Oval, Kennington, London, on Saturday 8 August 2026, starting at 14:30 BST (UTC+1). The Oval holds 27,500 and hosted England’s first-ever Test match in 1880, making it one of the oldest international cricket grounds in continuous use.

This is a contest between two of The Hundred’s most attack-minded teams. Trent Rockets are the 2022 men’s champions, a title built on explosive batting at Trent Bridge’s flat surfaces. MI London, formerly the Oval Invincibles, carry Mumbai Indians’ IPL backing into English cricket, with a roster depth that few sides in the competition can match.

MI London’s core is formidable. Sam Curran is one of the format’s most complete all-rounders, combining left-arm seam that can swing matches with aggressive lower-order batting. Will Jacks has emerged as one of the most explosive batters in English cricket. Jason Roy brings a decade of white-ball experience at the top of the order.

Trent Rockets counter with Alex Hales, one of the most destructive T20 openers in world cricket. The Rockets have consistently produced high totals regardless of venue, and their batting depth means they rarely rely on one player carrying the innings. Luke Wood’s left-arm pace introduces variety to a bowling attack that can otherwise be challenged by left-right combinations.

The Oval’s Saturday afternoon slot creates a festival-cricket atmosphere. Families, newcomers to the game, and long-standing cricket supporters share the stands in a combination that The Hundred has successfully cultivated.

When is MI London vs Trent Rockets? The match starts at 14:30 BST (UTC+1) on 8 August 2026. Indian fans in Mumbai watch at 19:00 IST (UTC+5:30). Australian fans in Sydney tune in at 23:30 AEST (UTC+10). Viewers in New York catch it at 09:30 EDT (UTC-4). For real-time conversions, check London time and United Kingdom time.

The Oval’s iconic gasholders beyond the Vauxhall End boundary are one of cricket’s most recognised backdrops. The ground sits within the Oval roundabout in Kennington and draws a diverse south London crowd that gives The Hundred matches here a distinct energy compared to the more formal atmosphere at Lord’s across the city.