Get ready for an exciting clash between Birmingham Phoenix and Trent Rockets in Match 7 of The Hundred Men’s Competition 2023. The match is scheduled for August 5, 2023, Saturday, at 11 pm IST, and will take place at Edgbaston, Birmingham.
Birmingham Phoenix vs Trent Rockets Match Preview
In their opening game of the competition, Birmingham Phoenix faced the Northern Superchargers, but the match was marred by rain, ultimately resulting in a point each for the teams.
Choosing to bat first, Phoenix made a decent start, reaching 84/5 in 62 balls before rain interrupted play. Ben Duckett’s unbeaten 34 went in vain as the game was abandoned due to the weather.
On the other hand, the Trent Rockets enjoyed a thrilling victory over the Southern Brave in their first encounter of the Hundred competition. Sam Hain’s brilliant knock of 63 guided them to a total of 133. With Daniel Sams and skipper Lewis Gregory taking three wickets each, they managed to defend the total, securing a six-run triumph. The Rockets will be brimming with confidence, eager to maintain their winning streak.
Birmingham Phoenix vs Trent Rockets Pitch Report
Edgbaston’s pitch offers a balanced track, where the pacers can expect some lateral movement with the new ball. Batsmen will need to exercise patience in the initial stages of their innings. As the game progresses, the spinners might come into play, adding an intriguing element to the match.
Birmingham Phoenix vs Trent Rockets Weather Report
Birmingham’s weather is set to be cool, with temperatures ranging from 10 to 16 degrees Celsius. However, there’s a high chance of rain predicted for Saturday, which may impact the cricket match.
Birmingham Phoenix vs Trent Rockets Predicted XI
Birmingham Phoenix: Will Smeed, Jacob Bethell, Ben Duckett, Moeen Ali (c) Jamie Smith (wk), Shadab Khan, Chris Benjamin, Benny Howell, Tom Helm, Adam Milne, Kane Richardson
Trent Rockets: Dawid Malan, Alex Hales, Tom Kohler-Cadmore (wk), Colin Munro, Sam Hain, Lewis Gregory (c), Imad Wasim, Daniel Sams, Matthew Carter, Luke Wood, Sam Cook
Dream11 Team for Birmingham Phoenix vs Trent Rockets
Wicketkeeper: Jamie Smith
Captain: Moeen Ali
Batters: Dawid Malan, Will Smeed, Alex Hales
Bowlers: Tom Helm, Adam Milne, Luke Wood
All-rounders: Shadab Khan, Lewis Gregory, Imad Wasim
Where to Watch Birmingham Phoenix vs Trent Rockets?
| COUNTRY | CHANNELS |
|---|---|
| India | Sony Sports Network |
| UK | Sky Sports Cricket, BBC |
| Pakistan | Tapmad |
| North America | Willow TV, Dazn |
| Australia | Fox Sports |
| MENA Countries | beIN Sports |
| Sub-saharan Africa | SuperSport |
| New Zealand | Spark Sport |
| Caribbean | ESPN |
| South East Asia | Fox Sports Asia |
| Ireland | Virgin Media, BT TV |
