Moeen Ali had announced his retirement from English domestic cricket but will now play for Yorkshire in this year's T20 Blast at 38 years old. He had officially retired from domestic cricket prior to his announcement that he would not continue playing after the end of the last season, effective immediately.

Moeen will be participating in The Hundred Auction on March 12, 2023. This is the first auction conducted using the new auction method and provides opportunities for Moeen to participate in another major domestic event in England.

After initially retiring and agreeing to make decisions on his future as a player under the no-objection certificate agreements by the England and Wales Cricket Board (EBWC), Moeen is continuing his domestic career by returning to Yorkshire, where he previously played for Warwickshire and Worcestershire.

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Yorkshire Welcome Moeen’s Experience

Moeen Ali's Moroccan experience will help Yorkshire achieve its goal of challenging the Championship through his world-class all-rounder experience and leadership. 

Gavin Hamilton, the club's general manager, noted that Ali's presence would provide significant strength to Yorkshire's T20 squad as they look to mount a serious challenge for the T20 Blast title they have never won. 

Moeen stated he is very much looking forward to playing at Headingley again. He emphasized his desire to continue enjoying cricket, share his experiences with young players, and help Yorkshire win their first T20 Blast title.

As of the sixth edition in 2026, the organizers of The Hundred have announced their plan to implement an auction-based system to recruit players into the tournament in preparation for the start of the sixth tournament. The first auction will take place on two separate days in London: the women's auction on March 11 and the men's auction on March 12. All players wishing to participate in the auction will need to register before February 16.

The introduction of an auction-based system for recruiting players aligns The Hundred with other global cricket competitions, such as the Indian Premier League (IPL), which has long utilized an auction system for recruiting its players. The collaboration between the IPL and the Hundred is the result of increased investment into the tournament from private sources. For this reason, the ECB deemed it necessary to update the player recruitment process of the Hundred and improve both the level of competitiveness and the transparency of how teams build rosters.

In conjunction with the introduction of an auction-based recruitment process, the ECB has increased the salary caps for all teams. The budget for men's teams has increased by 45%, to £2.05 million per franchise, and the minimum salary for women's players has been increased by 50%, to £15,000. This is a significant advancement for both the welfare of women players and for placing an emphasis on professionalizing the women's game.

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How the Auction System Will Operate

Prior to the auction process, all teams were able to retain or to acquire up to four players Prior to their auction, each of the teams in the tournament could retain or acquire via direct signings up to four players. One of those players could be retained from their squad from the 2025 tournament. Other players could include either current players who have contracts to play cricket in England or overseas players.

Players may be offered multi-year contracts. All players who did not receive a contract during the retention window will be placed in the auction pool. All teams will be competing and purchasing these players in the auction, which will take place prior to the tournament.

Some of the best-known players in England have been retained prior to their entry into this auction, including Jos Buttler, Harry Brook, Jofra Archer, and Jacob Bethell. Other very well-known players are expected to attract intense interest in this auction, such as Liam Livingstone, Phil Salt, Ben Duckett, Rehan Ahmed, and Jamie Smith. 

Another change to the auction system is that there is no longer a 'Right to Match' option. Any acquisitions made during the retention or acquisition period will be deducted from the remaining capital allotment.

Since its inception, the tournament has undergone a significant change, with several teams now being part-owned by IPL-associated investors. This has introduced new team identities, such as MI London, Sunrisers Leeds, and the Manchester Super Giants. The sixth edition of The Hundred will take place between July 21 and August 16, 2026. The availability of the new auction model, the tournament's organizers believe, will increase the level of competitiveness and buzz in international cricket.

Frequently Asked Question

When will The Hundred’s first player auction take place?

The first-ever auction for The Hundred will be held in London across two days: March 11, 2026, for the women’s auction and March 12, 2026, for the men’s auction.

What is the deadline for players to register for the auction?

All players wishing to participate must complete their registration by February 16, 2026. Unregistered players will not be eligible to enter the auction pool.

Why is The Hundred replacing the draft system with an auction?

The England and Wales Cricket Board introduced the auction to improve transparency, competitiveness, and alignment with global leagues like the IPL

How will team retention and squad building work under the new system?

Each team can retain or directly sign up to four players before the auction, including one player from their 2025 squad. All other players enter the auction pool, and there is no Right to Match (RTM) option.

What changes have been made to salary caps for 2026?

Men’s team budgets have increased by 45% to £2.05 million per franchise, while the minimum women’s salary has risen by 50% to £15,000, a major step toward strengthening professionalism and player welfare in the women’s game.

The sixth edition of The Hundred is set to usher in a new era for England and Wales’ flagship short-format competition. With the introduction of the tournament’s first-ever player auction, fresh team identities backed by IPL ownership, and a packed double-header schedule, The Hundred 2026 promises to be the most high-profile season yet.

Scheduled to run from July 21 to August 16, 2026, the competition will once again feature eight men’s and eight women’s teams, with every match broadcast live on Sky Sports.

Venues for The Hundred 2026

Matches will be played across England and Wales, with iconic cricket grounds hosting double-headers throughout the tournament:

• The Kia Oval – MI London
• Lord’s – London Spirit
• Headingley – Sunrisers Leeds
• Edgbaston – Birmingham Phoenix
• Emirates Old Trafford – Manchester Super Giants
• Trent Bridge – Trent Rockets
• Sophia Gardens – Welsh Fire
• Utilita Bowl – Southern Brave

Every matchday will feature a women’s game followed by a men’s game at the same venue, maintaining the competition’s equal-visibility format.

Teams and new identities

The Hundred 2026 will feature eight teams each in the men’s and women’s competitions, with three franchises competing under new names following ownership changes:

• MI London (formerly Oval Invincibles)
• Sunrisers Leeds (formerly Northern Superchargers)
• Manchester Super Giants (formerly Manchester Originals)

Each team will play eight group-stage matches, facing six opponents once and their designated local rivals twice.

The Hundred 2026 Full Fixtures

All times are UK & Ireland

Reserve Days

• Eliminator: Saturday, August 15
• Final: Monday, August 17

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First-ever hundred-player auction

One of the biggest talking points ahead of the 2026 season is the introduction of The Hundred’s first player auction, replacing the draft system used in previous editions.

• Women’s auction: March 11, 2026
• Men’s auction: March 12, 2026

Franchises were allowed to retain or directly sign up to four players ahead of the auction window. The shift comes following increased private investment across teams, mirroring player recruitment models seen in leagues such as the IPL.

Several high-profile names remain unretained and could enter the auction pool, including Joe Root, Jonny Bairstow, Adil Rashid, James Anderson, Amy Jones, Issy Wong and Sarah Glenn, ensuring strong interest from fans and franchises alike.

Tournament format explained

The Hundred continues with its distinctive 100-ball format, designed for fast-paced and spectator-friendly cricket.

• Each innings consists of 100 balls
• Bowlers deliver sets of 5 or 10 balls
• Teams change ends every 10 balls
• A strategic timeout is included in each inning.

The league stage follows a round-robin system. The top team at the end of the group phase qualifies directly for the final, while the teams finishing second and third contest the eliminator.

Players signed for The Hundred 2026

Men

Birmingham Phoenix: Jacob Bethell (retained), Rehan Ahmed, Donovan Ferreira, Mitchell Owen

London Spirit: Jamie Overton (retained), Dewald Brevis, Liam Livingstone, Adam Zampa

Manchester Super Giants: Jos Buttler (retained), Noor Ahmad (retained), Heinrich Klaasen (retained), Liam Dawson

MI London: Sam Curran (retained), Will Jacks (retained), Rashid Khan (retained), Nicholas Pooran

Southern Brave: Jofra Archer (retained), Jamie Smith, Marcus Stoinis, Tristan Stubbs

Sunrisers Leeds: Harry Brook (retained), Brydon Carse (retained), Nathan Ellis, Mitchell Marsh

Trent Rockets: Tom Banton (retained), Tim David, Ben Duckett, Mitchell Santner

Welsh Fire: Chris Woakes (retained), Phil Salt, Marco Jansen, Rachin Ravindra

Women

Birmingham Phoenix: Ellyse Perry (retained), Alice Capsey, Lauren Filer, Lucy Hamilton

London Spirit: Charlie Dean (retained), Grace Harris (retained), Mahika Gaur, Marizanne Kapp

Manchester Super Giants: Sophie Ecclestone (retained), Meg Lanning, Smriti Mandhana

MI London: Melie Kerr, Hayley Matthews, Danni Wyatt-Hodge

Southern Brave: Lauren Bell (retained), Maia Bouchier (retained), Laura Wolvaardt (retained), Jemimah Rodrigues

Sunrisers Leeds: Kate Cross (retained), Phoebe Litchfield (retained), Annabel Sutherland (retained)

Trent Rockets: Nat Sciver-Brunt (retained), Ash Gardner (retained), Sophia Dunkley, Kim Garth

Welsh Fire: Freya Kemp, Georgia Voll, Georgia Wareham

Frequently Asked Questions 

When will The Hundred 2026 take place?

The sixth edition of The Hundred will run from July 21 to August 16, 2026, with reserve days scheduled for August 15 (Eliminator) and August 17 

What is new in The Hundred 2026 compared to previous seasons?

The 2026 season introduces the first-ever player auction, new IPL-backed team identities, higher-profile investments, and continues the women’s and men’s double-header format at every venue.

When will the player auction for The Hundred 2026 be held?

The inaugural auction will take place in London, with the women’s auction on March 11, 2026, followed by the men’s auction on March 12, 2026, replacing the draft system used in earlier editions.

How many teams are competing, and what is the tournament format?

There will be eight men’s teams and eight women’s teams. Each team plays eight group-stage matches, with the top team qualifying directly for the final, while the second and third teams compete in the eliminator. 

Where will matches of The Hundred 2026 be played, and how can fans watch them?

Matches will be played across England and Wales at iconic venues such as Lord’s, The Kia Oval, Edgbaston, and Headingley. Every match will be broadcast live on Sky Sports.

The former T20 World Cup winner of the Indian cricket team, Dinesh Karthik, has been named the mentor and the batting coach of the Men’s The Hundred team, London Spirit, in what is his first support-staff role with a franchise outside the Indian Premier League. Karthik recently won the IPL 2025 with the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) for the very first time.

Karthik is a prominent broadcaster and commentator who had a similar role with the RCB side during the IPL 2026 after finishing his career in the IPL in 2024. He is also an active cricketer and is currently playing the International League T20 for the Sharjah Warriorz in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

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“It's a pleasure to welcome DK to London Spirit. He is a truly original thinker in our game, and his vast experience in short-format and franchise cricket will be invaluable to us. He's also great fun to work with and brings an infectious energy and enthusiasm to everything he does.” The Spirit director of cricket, Mo Bobat, expressed in a statement.

Dinesh Karthik named mentor and batting coach of London Spirits for The Hundred 2026

It hasn’t been a great event for the Spirits, who haven’t made it into the title round of the five-season-old The Hundred. But Karthik’s presence could end up being the turning point as they signed some exciting players- David Warner and Kane Williamson- in the last season.

“What an exciting time to be joining London Spirit. When I heard about the plans and the ambitions of Mo, MCC, and the Tech Titans, I was really enthusiastic to join. To spend the English summer working at Lord's is truly a dream come true. It is the ground where I made my debut for India, and I played my last Test match - Lord's is very close to my heart.” Karthik reckoned.

The Chennai-born has been a veteran of 414 T20s with 7554 runs in 366 innings at an average of 26.88 and a strike rate of 136.52, thanks to 35 half-centuries at the best score of unbeaten 97 runs.

In a major development for The Hundred, the Northern Superchargers have officially been renamed Sunrisers Leeds, marking a new era for the Leeds-based franchise. The rebranding comes after the Sun Group, an Indian media conglomerate and owners of IPL’s Sunrisers Hyderabad and SA20’s Sunrisers Eastern Cape, completed a £100 million takeover earlier this year.

The ownership change means the Sun Group now holds 100% control of the franchise after acquiring both Yorkshire’s 51% stake and the England and Wales Cricket Board’s (ECB) 49% share. Documents filed with the UK’s Companies House confirm that the Superchargers’ name will be discontinued, replaced by Sunrisers Leeds to align with the group’s global cricket identity.

Two More Name Changes on the Horizon

The Hundred’s eight franchises are now under private ownership, and Sunrisers Leeds may not be the only side with a new identity next season.

• Manchester Originals are set to become Manchester Super Giants, following Lancashire’s deal with the RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group, which also owns IPL’s Lucknow Super Giants.
• Oval Invincibles are likely to be rebranded as MI London, with Reliance Industries Limited (owners of Mumbai Indians) expected to finalise their minority investment soon.

These changes are part of a broader internationalisation strategy for the tournament, as global investors bring familiar branding and cross-league visibility to The Hundred.

Yorkshire’s Financial Relief

Yorkshire County Cricket Club CEO Sanjay Patel said earlier this year that the sale has been crucial in stabilising the club’s finances. “The deal puts the club in a strong financial position, which has been far from the case for many years here, and we can start looking towards a very bright future,” Patel stated.

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On-Field Impact

The Superchargers’ women’s team enjoyed a stellar 2025 season, clinching The Hundred title after defeating Southern Brave at Lord’s. The men’s team, meanwhile, fell short in the eliminator but will return next season with a new head coach, with reports linking Sunrisers Hyderabad’s Daniel Vettori to the vacancy following Andrew Flintoff’s departure.

The Hundred’s New Era

The ECB has also confirmed a shift from a draft system to an open player auction from the 2026 season. The move, along with increased salaries and an extra overseas player per team, aims to attract top international stars and boost the competition’s global appeal.

The Hundred 2026 season is scheduled to run from July 21 to August 16, ushering in a new era both on and off the field, with Sunrisers Leeds leading the way as the league’s first fully rebranded team.

Vice-captain Ravindra Jadeja showed once again why he is one of India’s finest all-rounders as he scored his sixth Test hundred in the opening match against the West Indies at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad. With this knock, Jadeja entered a very special club. He became only the sixth cricketer in history to have both six or more Test centuries and over 300 wickets to his name. The legendary list includes Kapil Dev, Ian Botham, Imran Khan, Daniel Vettori, and Ravi Ashwin.

Ravindra Jadeja Joins Elite Club With Sixth Test Century in Ahmedabad

Jadeja brought up his century off 169 balls, reaching the milestone with a single against Jomel Warrican. He celebrated in trademark style with his sword celebration, bringing the home crowd to its feet. Interestingly, Washington Sundar was at the other end, just like the last time Jadeja got a Test hundred in Manchester against England.

This time though, it was not about saving the match but stamping India’s dominance. At the time of his century, India had already crossed 437/5, with their lead stretching well past 270 runs. India ended Day 2 at 448/5, ahead by 286 runs.

🚨 6TH TEST HUNDREDS FOR SIR RAVINDRA JADEJA 🚨

- The No.1 Test Allrounder in the World. 🐐 pic.twitter.com/zmhFws4LmD

— Tanuj (@ImTanujSingh) October 3, 2025

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Jadeja’s innings was built on a brilliant 206-run stand with Dhruv Jurel, who scored his maiden Test hundred (125 off 210 balls). Earlier in the day, KL Rahul also scored a century his first on home soil in over 3,200 days. Jadeja now stands just 10 runs away from another rare record joining Kapil Dev, Ian Botham, and Daniel Vettori as the only players with 4000 Test runs and 300-plus wickets. With every milestone, Jadeja is proving why he is one of the greatest all-rounders in this generation.

Winning one title isn’t an easy job in the T20 leagues around the world, but to do it thrice and in consecutive years is exceptional. On August 31, Oval Invincible earned their third consecutive Men’s Hundred title when they faced Trent Rockets, the winners of the 2022 edition.

Let’s take a look at the teams that have won three or more successive tournaments in men’s T20s before.

1. Victoria (2005/06, 2006/07, 2007/08) 

Victoria earned the title in the very first season of the Australian T20 event in 2005/06 when they got the better of New South Wales, with Brad Hodge celebrating the first century of the competition. In the next edition, they won all the games to top the table and defended 160 in the final against Tasmania, with Mick Lewis picking four wickets.

In 2007/08, Victoria recorded their first-ever defeat to WA in the group stage of the competition before bouncing back with three back-to-back wins, before beating the same side in the final to complete the hat-trick of wins, becoming the first team to do so in the T20s.

2. Sialkot Stallions (2006, 2006-07, 2008-09, 2009, 2009-10)

The Sialkot side made a poor stand in the first season of the Pakistan National T20 Cup, winning the final against Faisalabad Wolves to claim the maiden title. In the next season, they extended the dominance to beat the Karachi Dolphins before stretching their winning streak to 16 games, with a seven-wicket win in the final to complete a hat-trick of titles.

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Their success, during the 2009 season, against the Lahore Lions, meant they had won 20 successive games. In 2009-10, they added their fifth title with a one-sided final win over the Wolves, extending the streak to 24 matches, a record that still stands firm.

3. Wayamba (2008, 2009, 2010)

Under the captaincy of Jehan Mubarak, they won their three successive T20 titles in the Sri Lankan domestic Cup from 2008 to 2010. In the first season of these, they turned the tables with a 31-run win in the final before defending the title by beating Banshari South by five wickets.

In 2010, they went through another unbeaten campaign in the league standings and ended as the title winners against Ruhuna, by a massive 95 runs to complete a hat-trick of titles.  

4. Trinidad and Tobago (2011, 2012, and 2013) 

The most successful team of the Caribbean T20 Cup, Trinidad and Tobago, won the last three seasons under the leadership of Dinesh Ramdin. In 2011, they went through an undefeated campaign against Hampshire before retaining the trophy in the very next season of the tournament against the Windward Islands.

In the final edition in 2013, they played a round-robin format and finished as the unbeaten side in the league. They topped the league and qualified directly for the final, where they got the better of Guyana by nine wickets to claim a hat-trick of titles.

5. Titans (2015, 2016, 2017)

The Titans dominated the domestic T20 circuit of the South African side with three successive titles under the captaincy of Albie Morkel. They topped the chart in each of the three seasons. In 2015, they beat the Dolphins to win their fourth title of the T20s, having won in 2005, 2008, and 2012.

In 2016, they got the media by edging past the Warriors by just six runs. In 2017, they again locked horns with the Dolphins in the summit clash and completed the hat-trick with another dominating victory by seven wickets.

6. Jaffna Kings (2020, 2021, 2022)

In the Lanka Premier League (LPL) history, the Jaffna Kings have become the first and only side to win three seasons of the event, under Thisara Perera. In the first season, they got the better of Dambulla Kings in the semis and outplayed Galle Gladiators in the final.

In 2021, they got renamed as Jaffna Kings and once again beat the Galle side in the final for successive titles. The 2022 season saw them finish second and beat the Colombo Stars by two wickets in a thrilling final.

7. Oval Invincibles (2023, 2024, 2025) 

In the 2023 season of The Hundred, Oval Invincibles finished at the top of the points table and beat the Manchester Originals by 14 runs to win their first title in 2023 under the captaincy of Sam Billings. They repeated the same performance in the following season with six wins in eight games, and then got the better of Southern Brave in the final.

In the recent 2025 season, Invincibles repeated the same performance to top the chart and smacked the David Willey-led Trent Rockets in the final to win their third successive title in the T20 league history.

Comilla Victorians also won the three back-to-back BPL titles in 2019, 2022, and 2023, but they didn’t feature in the 2019-20 season.

Hat-trick of winning a T20 title, Oval Invincibles, under the captaincy of Sam Billings, won their third consecutive The Hundred trophy. Billings, who is already a well-established name in international cricket, especially in the Twenty20 format, remains mostly ineffective in the Indian Premier League (IPL). 

In the past, the keeper-batter played for three different IPL franchises and never looked in a stable condition. But now, he is more mature and sensible according to the conditions of a match. Sam last took part in IPL back in 2022; now it's 2025, and he has developed himself more as a cricketer and as a leader as well. As of now, there can be multiple reasons behind rethinking about him ahead of the mini auction of IPL 2026:

3 reasons why IPL franchises should consider Sam Billings for IPL 2026:

Overseas Keeper-batter: Nowadays, in limited overs cricket, keeper-batters have to play a huge role. A prolific wicketkeeper, who has a pair of hands to hit the ball hard, always attracts scouts. Rahmatullah Gurbaz, Quinton De Kock, and Sanju Samson are a few of the many Indian and overseas keeper-batters in the IPL. Over the years, some of the overseas keepers proved underwhelming, or in some cases, franchises may have to see better ones to add more value to the squad. Sam can be a good option who can add more value to a squad with experience and skills. 

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Leadership qualities: The cricketer who has multiple T20 titles under his belt is definitely someone who can add some value in a team's leadership roles. With the recent win in The Hundred tournament, he became the third most successful captain to win the most T20 titles with five victories. Billings first guided Kent Spitfires to Vitality Blast glory in 2021, then lifted the ILT20 trophy with Dubai Capitals. If any team has been in search of a captain, then the Kent-born can end the search. 

Batting depth: With his versatile style of batting, the English cricketer can be a pillar in the middle order. Now 34, with a much more mature mindset, he has developed the potential to drag an inning from the lower batting order, though his batting stats are not as impressive as his record as a skipper. If any franchise considers Sam as a middle-order batter, then he can be used as a backup option to increase bench strength. 

During the final of The Hundred 2025, Oval Invincibles met Trent Rockets at Lord’s in London. The captain of the Oval side, Sam Billings, won the toss and decided to bat first under pressure, as they looked to post a huge score on the board. Thanks to Will Jacks’ fine knock of 72 runs in 41 balls, they were able to post 168/5 in their allotted 100 balls.

Jordan Cox also contributed with 40 runs in 28deliveries at a strike rate of over 140, scoring four boundaries and one six. In reply, the Rockets were not in the chase from the beginning of the chase. Apart from Marcus Stoinis’ knock of 64 runs in 38 balls, thanks to four boundaries and five sixes at a strike rate of 168.42, no one was able to put up a huge score.

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Oval Invincibles won their third consecutive title in The Hundred, as Billings joined Shoaib Malik to win his fifth title, which is the third-most titles in the shortest format of the game. It was an incredible all-round performance from the franchise.

The Hundred 2025: Award winners, Prize Money, and Record-breaking performances full list

The winners of the event carried a big cheque of INR 1.8 crore for the winners of the competition, while the runners-up of the tournament earned a prize of INR 90 lakh. The most valuable player got INR 6 lakh while the top run-scorer and wicket-taker got INR 6 lakh each. The top-tier players in the men’s tournament got an INR 2.4 crore salary,

Men’s competition-

Most runs- Jordan Cox (Oval Invincibles)- 327 runs

Most wickets- Josh Tongue (Manchester Originals)- 14 wickets

Player of the Tournament:

Jordan Cox- “Just having a bit of fun. Our team's so strong, it's about having fun with your mates. Donovan Ferrira's only faced about 40 balls. Shows how deep we bat. Class lineup, and very fortunate.”

Player of the Match:

Nathan Sowter- “Obviously, to play in this team is incredible. Gave me so many opportunities to do well. Tonight was my night. Very happy. The last few games have given the reins to lead the spin attack.”

Sowter picked up three wickets in his set of 20 balls, conceding 25 runs with seven dot balls. Those three wickets include the two opponent openers, Tom Banton and Joe Root, along with the number three batter, Rehan Ahmed.

In a tense Hundred 2025 Final at Lord's, Trent Rockets Men fell short by 26 runs against Oval Invincibles Men. Chasing a target of 169, the Rockets were restricted to a total of 142/8 and never seemed to catch up after succumbing to early losses. Will Jacks' destructive batting performance in the first innings gave Invincibles a head start, which was carried over to their bowling performance; Nathan Sowter taking 2 early and crucial wickets made for a difficult chase. Combined with injuries and disrupted preparation, the Rockets could not match the sharpness of a settled Invincibles unit. Below are the main reasons for the Trent Rockets Men defeat:

1. Will Jacks’ explosive innings

Will Jacks’ 72 off 41 balls set the tone for Invincibles, giving them the perfect foundation. His aggressive strokeplay left the Rockets struggling to control runs. This early onslaught ensured a formidable total of 168/5.

2. Nathan Sowter’s devastating opening burst

Sowter dismissed Tom Banton, Joe Root, and Rehan Ahmed in quick succession. His spell of 3/25 left the Rockets’ top order in tatters. These blows meant the Rockets had no platform to launch their chase.

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3. Missed momentum and disruptions ahead of the final

The Rockets had some disrupted preparation after a rain-affected eliminator only 20 hours before. Lockie Ferguson pulled out due to an injury, and Dillon Pennington came in at the last minute, which meant the bowling balance was weakened. The Invincibles looked settled and strong; Adam Zampa delivered a controlled 1/21.