The Hundred 2025 starts. The fourth game of the tournament will see Birmingham Phoenix taking on Trent Rockets at Edgbaston, with two sides that are bursting with star names. The 100-ball matches are action-packed and short, so it will be fireworks from some of the best batters and fast bowlers in world cricket under the lights at Birmingham Much of what is to follow for both sides this season will be on display in this match. 

Match Details:

• Fixture: Birmingham Phoenix vs Trent Rockets
• Day & Date: Friday, 8 August 2025
• Time: 11:00 PM IST / 6:30 PM BST
• Venue: Edgbaston, Birmingham

Players to watch out:

• Liam Livingstone (Birmingham Phoenix) - Fearless lad, power-hitter, team captain, and can change a match in a few balls.
• Trent Boult (Birmingham Phoenix) - World-class left-arm pacer who swings the new ball big time. 
• Tim Southee (Birmingham Phoenix) - Experienced seam bowler with sharp death over variations. 
• Will Smeed (Birmingham Phoenix) - Young opening batsman who has an attacking mindset and can start quickly. 
• Joe Root (Trent Rockets) - Dependable run scorer who keeps a hand on the innings and builds partnerships. 
• Marcus Stoinis (Trent Rockets) - A hard-hitting all-rounder who can hit big sixes and bowl crucial overs as well. 
• Lockie Ferguson (Trent Rockets) - One of the fastest bowlers worldwide, capable of bowling so fast it can make batters feel rattled.

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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

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