Top 3 reasons why Southern Brave Men lost to Oval Invincibles Men in the Hundred 2025 match 19

In match 19 of the Hundred 2025, Southern Brave Men were bowled out for 133 from 98 balls, and the only highlights for them were Hilton Cartwright’s fighting 42 (30) and Jordan Thompson’s quick 24 (13). Oval Invincibles chased their target down comfortably with 134/3 from 89 balls, highlighted by Jordan Cox’s 56 (37), Sam Curran’s unbeaten 50 (32), and a comprehensive 7-wicket victory. Here are the main reasons why Southern Brave Men lost the game.

1. Rashid Khan's Early Breakthroughs

Rashid has taken apart Southern Brave’s innings, finishing with a brilliant 3/20 from 20 balls by dismissing the Brave batters at key stages of the game. His variations made it difficult for the Brave batters to settle, and with Rapid wickets early on, the Brave were never able to gain momentum.

2. Sam Curran's All-Round Class

Sam Curran was clearly the best performer of the match, starting with the ball, where he took 3/21 from 18 balls, taking numerous middle-order wickets. Then he anchored the chase passingly swiftly with an effortless-looking 50 not out (32) and controlled the innings without any issue, ensuring Invincibles passed their target with relative ease.

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3. Cox's Composed Match-Winning Innings

Jordan Cox flourished at the top of the order, scoring 56 (37) using an array of classy strokes balanced with some big shots. His partnership with Curran settled the innings and provided control without any real distress throughout the chase, enabling them to score 100+ and put all of Brave’s hopes of victory out of sight.