Match 13: London Spirit Women vs Trent Rockets Women | Squads | Players to Watch | Fantasy Playing XI | Live Streaming

Match 13 of The Hundred Women’s 2024 brings an exciting clash between defending champions London Spirit Women and Trent Rockets Women. The Spirit will be keen to bounce back, having suffered a defeat to the Rockets in their only meeting earlier this season. For Trent, that victory serves as a confidence booster as they aim to repeat their winning formula, while the champions will be eager to reassert their dominance and get their campaign back on track.

Squads

London Spirit Women

Heather Knight, Grace Harris (Australia), Sarah Glenn, Danielle Gibson, Deepti Sharma (India), Charlie Dean, Eva Gray, Georgia Redmayne (Australia), Issy Wong, Cordelia Griffith, Tara Norris, Sophie Munro, Rebecca Tyson, Abi Norgrove, Kate Coppack

Trent Rockets Women

Ash Gardner (Australia, captain), Nat Sciver-Brunt, Alana King (Australia), Heather Graham (Australia), Jodi Grewcock, Bryony Smith, Kirstie Gordon, Grace Scrivens, Emma Jones, Alexa Stonehouse, Ellie Threlkeld, Natasha Wraith, Cassidy McCarthy, Grace Thompson, Sophie Morris

Players to Watch

Charli Knott

The Australian all-rounder has quickly made her presence felt in The Hundred, scoring a brisk 47 off 33 balls against Welsh Fire earlier in the tournament. A genuine dual threat, Knott offers both stability and firepower in the middle order, while also contributing with the ball. Representing London Spirit for the first time this year, she has already amassed 57 runs, and her ability to change the course of a match in either discipline makes her a valuable asset.

Charlie Dean

England’s dependable off-spinner continues to underline her class on the international stage. Dean recently impressed in the first ODI against India, claiming two crucial wickets to stall the visitors’ middle-order charge. In the final T20I of the previous series, she showcased her wicket-taking ability once again with figures of 3/23. Her ODI record speaks volumes: 74 wickets in 42 matches, with a career-best of 5/31. A bowler of guile and precision, she remains a key component of England’s and, by extension, London Spirit’s, spin attack.

Ashleigh Gardner

The Australian powerhouse lit up the tournament with a stunning 61 off just 32 balls at a strike rate of 190, her highest score of the season. Gardner’s overall tally now exceeds 239 runs, while she has also made her mark with the ball, picking up 11 wickets with best figures of 3/23. Her explosive batting and knack for breakthroughs make her one of the most feared all-rounders in women’s cricket.

Heather Graham

A consistent contributor with both bat and ball, Graham returned 1/22 in a hard-fought loss to Northern Superchargers. Since the start of the 2024 season, she has scored 127 runs and taken 11 wickets, proving her reliability in multiple match situations. Whether stemming the flow of runs with the ball or adding valuable lower-order contributions, Graham provides balance and depth to the Rockets’ lineup.

Pitch Report

Lord’s venue is known for the slope, which helps bowlers generate more lateral movement than usual. Scoring will be difficult on this track, with early spells set to boost seamers. As the match progresses, spectators are likely to see the batters making a comeback in the game.

Weather Report

Conditions at the venue are set to be pleasant for cricket, with the temperature around 28°C and humidity at 46%. There is only a 10% chance of precipitation, so interruptions are unlikely. The skies will be partly cloudy, offering some relief from the sun, and overall conditions should favour a full and uninterrupted contest.

Fantasy Picks

Heather Knight, Grace Harris, Sarah Glenn, Deepti Sharma, Charlie Dean, Ash Gardner, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Alana King, Heather Graham, Bryony Smith, Kirstie Gordon

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