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The Hundred (Men’s) reaches its climax as Oval Invincibles face off against Trent Rockets at Trent Bridge on Wednesday. With a playoff spot already secured, the Invincibles are eyeing a direct entry into the final with a win. Meanwhile, Trent Rockets, out of contention, will be playing for pride.
Trent Rockets Preview
Despite the likes of Tom Banton and Alex Hales showing promise, the Rockets’ inconsistent batting and over-reliance on Rashid Khan have hindered their campaign. With their playoff hopes dashed, they’ll be looking to finish the tournament on a high note.
Trent Rockets Predicted Playing XI:
Tom Banton (wk), Alex Hales, Joe Root, Tom Alsop, Rovman Powell, Imad Wasim, Lewis Gregory (c), Chris Green, John Turner, Luke Wood, Sam Cook
Oval Invincibles Preview
The Invincibles have been the team to beat this season, with Sam Curran and Jordan Cox leading the charge. A victory here will secure a direct path to the final, bypassing the Eliminator. Adam Zampa’s spin prowess will be crucial in their quest for victory.
Oval Invincibles Predicted Playing XI:
Will Jacks, Dawid Malan, Jordan Cox, Sam Billings (c & wk), Sam Curran, Donovan Ferreira, Tom Curran, Tom Lammonby, Spencer Johnson, Nathan Sowter, Adam Zampa
Pitch and Conditions
Trent Bridge is generally a batting-friendly pitch, but spin can come into play later in the innings. The weather is expected to be cloudy with a chance of early morning rain, but conditions should be clear during the match.
Match Prediction
Oval Invincibles’ dominance and in-form players give them a clear edge over Trent Rockets. Expect a strong performance from the Invincibles as they aim to secure a spot in the final.
Winner: Oval Invincibles Will Win
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