Birmingham Phoenix did pretty well last season to get to the playoffs losing by the barest of margins. The line-up now comes in with some really good new-ball bowlers and the likes of Liam Livingstone who has a point to prove after losing his place on the national team.

BP vs TR Match Details

Date: August 8th 2025

Time:  7:30 PM IST

Venue: Edgbaston, Birmingham

BP vs TR Weather Report

Edgbaston is clear for the evening.

BP vs TR Pitch Report

Edgbaston is likely to be on the slower side and batting again remains a challenge.

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BP vs TR Predicted Playing XI

Birmingham Phoenix Playing XI 

Ben Duckett, Will Smeed, Joe Clarke, Jacob Bethell, Liam Livingstone, Dan Mousely, Benny Howell, Adam Milne, Tim Southee, Trent Boult, Louis Kimber 

Trent Rockets Playing XI

Tom Banton, Max Holden, Joe Root, Adam Hose, Marcus Stoinis, Sam Hain, George Linde, Akeal Hossein, Rehan Ahmed, Lockie Ferguson, David Willey

BP vs TR Players to Watch

Ben Duckett

Ben Duckett is among the best players across formats and is at the top of his game at the moment. A good start and he will be for certain a challenger for best player in the tournament.

Joe Root

Root, like Smith could be on the hunt for a T20 spot. A good season here and he could be in after transforming himself into a more aggressive batter.

BP vs TR Match Tips

Birmingham are likely to start favorites at home and with a star studded line-up

Match Prediction: Birmingham Phoenix Will Win the Match