A high-stakes clash awaits at Trent Bridge on Sunday evening as the Trent Rockets, led by dynamic Australian all-rounder Ashleigh Gardner, look to bounce back from a narrow opening setback against Birmingham Phoenix. Their 2025 campaign in the Women’s Hundred began with plenty of fight but fell just short in an 11-run defeat at Edgbaston — a result they’ll be keen to put behind them in front of their home crowd.
Their opponents, the Northern Superchargers, arrive in Nottingham brimming with confidence after a dominant performance in their season opener. Skipper Hollie Armitage’s side dismantled Welsh Fire by 47 runs at Headingley, showcasing a balanced blend of aggressive batting and disciplined bowling. On current form, they will fancy their chances of building early momentum in the tournament.
Head-to-Head Record
Across their meetings in the Women’s Hundred so far, the Northern Superchargers hold a slight historical edge, winning two of the three encounters between the sides. The Rockets will be eager to narrow that gap, especially with home advantage and the opportunity to get back to winning ways with a statement win.
Squads
Trent Rockets Women:
Ashleigh Gardner (c), Nat Sciver-Brunt, Alana King, Heather Graham, Jodi Grewcock, Bryony Smith, Kirstie Gordon, Grace Scrivens, Emma Jones, Alexa Stonehouse, Ellie Threlkeld, Natasha Wraith, Cassidy McCarthy, Grace Thompson, Sophie Morris.
Northern Superchargers Women:
Hollie Armitage, Grace Ballinger, Ella Claridge, Kate Cross, Alice Davidson-Richards, Katherine Fraser, Bess Heath, Lucy Higham, Phoebe Litchfield, Davina Perrin, Grace Potts, Linsey Smith, Annabel Sutherland, Sophia Turner, Georgia Wareham.
Players to Watch
Nat Sciver-Brunt (Trent Rockets)
The former Trent Rockets skipper continues to be the heartbeat of her side’s batting unit. In the previous game against Birmingham Phoenix, she once again showcased her class, smashing 64 off 40 balls, her 8th half-century in the Women’s Hundred. In the process, Sciver-Brunt etched her name in tournament history by becoming the first player to cross the 1,000-run milestone, now standing at 1,031 runs at a superb strike rate of 138.76 and an average of 49.09 from 29 innings.
Over the years, she has also made key contributions with the ball, claiming 15 wickets at an average of 30.46, though she is unlikely to bowl in this fifth edition. Even without her bowling, her batting prowess and match-winning temperament make her one of the most feared players in the competition.
Alana King (Trent Rockets)
The 29-year-old leg-spin bowling all-rounder remains a key weapon in the Trent Rockets’ arsenal. In their last outing against Birmingham Phoenix, she delivered a tidy and impactful spell, finishing with 2 for 30 from her full quota of 20 balls, and chipped in with an unbeaten 5 off 4 balls late in the innings.
Across her Women’s Hundred career, King has claimed 21 wickets in 23 innings at an average of 23.52 and an economy rate of 6.81, including a memorable four-wicket haul. While her batting returns (80 runs at a strike rate of 105.26) have largely come in lower-order cameos, her composure and versatility make her a dependable option in tight situations.
Georgia Wareham (Northern Superchargers)
The 26-year-old leg-spin all-rounder was at her brilliant best in the Northern Superchargers’ opener against Welsh Fire, delivering a match-winning all-round performance. With the ball, she produced a miserly and decisive spell, returning 2 for 14 from her 20 balls to tighten the screws while defending the total. Earlier, she played a vital lower-order cameo, smashing an unbeaten 29 off 17 deliveries, injecting crucial momentum into the innings. Her efforts earned her the Player of the Match award.
Across her Women’s Hundred career, Wareham has taken 19 wickets in 18 innings at an average of 18.94 and an economy rate of 6.60, along with 171 runs at a healthy average of 24.42 and a strike rate of 118.75.
Davina Perrin (Northern Superchargers)
At just 18 years old, Davina Perrin is quickly making a name as a rising top-order talent for the Northern Superchargers in her sophomore Women’s Hundred campaign. Opening the innings against Welsh Fire, Perrin notched up her career-best score of 21 off 24 balls, showing composure and intent at the top.
With 54 runs from five innings at a strike rate of 88.52 and an average of 10.80, she is steadily finding her feet at this level. Perrin’s youthful exuberance and hunger to improve bode well for the Superchargers’ future.
Pitch Report
Trent Bridge is expected to offer a dry, gripping track that could well bring the slower bowlers into the spotlight. In the last five matches at this venue, spinners have claimed 28 wickets compared to 18 for the pacers — a trend that could influence team selection, match-ups, and in-game strategies.
Weather Report
Fans can look forward to near-perfect conditions this Sunday evening. The forecast predicts mostly sunny skies with a comfortable temperature of around 24°C. Humidity will hover at 46%, with a gentle breeze of about 13 km/h. Only a 5% chance of rain means an uninterrupted contest is on the cards.
Fantasy Playing XI
Bess Heath (wk), Phoebe Litchfield, Grace Scrivens, Bryony Smith, Davina Perrin, Annabel Sutherland, Ashleigh Gardner, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Georgia Wareham, Heather Graham, Alana King.
Match Details
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Date: 10th August 2025 (Sunday)
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Time: 7 PM IST
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Venue: Trent Bridge, Nottingham
Broadcast Information
Fans in India can catch all the live action from Match 8 of the Women’s Hundred 2025 on the Sony Sports Network. Live streaming will be available on Sony Liv and Fancode.
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