Trent Rockets secured a place in the final of the 2026 The Hundred competition on Monday evening, defeating Southern Brave by three wickets in a thrilling finish. The victory secured the Nottingham side’s place in the championship contest, with the match concluding with two balls remaining in the chase.
Southern Brave, who batted first, set a target of 117-5 from their 100 balls. Bouchier scored 38 runs off 33 balls for the visiting side, while Adams took 2 wickets for 14 runs. Despite a solid performance, their total proved insufficient to defend the target in front of the home crowd.
Trent Rockets started their chase with a very weak start, leading to the lowest powerplay score in the history of the women’s tournament. After losing key wickets, including those of Sophia Dunkley and Beth Mooney, early on, the score dropped to 10-3 after 25 balls. This negative record indicated a significant challenge for the Rockets’ players.
However, the team recovered through key hits. Ash Gardner scored 37 runs off 24 balls for Trent Rockets, including a high six straight down the pitch that turned the course of the match. Her performance was decisive in stabilising the chase and building a sufficient lead.
The final outcome of the match was shaped by Nat Sciver-Brunt, who scored 32 runs off 19 balls while batting from the number seven position. Her effective finish, supported by Corteen-Coleman’s 2 wickets for 16 runs during the game, allowed the Rockets to take control and secure the victory.
The match was played in front of a full house at Trent Bridge, with the atmosphere tense until the final ball. The victory for Trent Marks marks their return to the final of the prestigious women’s cricket tournament after progressing through all stages of the 2026 competition.
