Nicholas Pooran produced a standout innings to fire MI London to a seven-wicket win over Sunrisers Leeds in the opening men's match of the 2026 Hundred. His explosive hitting overshadowed the rest of the contest and set the tone for the tournament's return.

Pooran smashed 58 runs off just 22 balls, including several huge sixes, forming a 93-run partnership with Sam Curran to seal the victory. Curran also impressed with an all-round performance that contributed heavily to MI London's dominant result.