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.
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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
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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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