The Hundred Women’s Competition 2026 moves to Birmingham for its fourth match, where Birmingham Phoenix Women will take on Trent Rockets Women at Edgbaston on July 24, 2026 (Friday). The match is scheduled to begin at 7:30 PM IST.
Birmingham Phoenix Women will be looking to start their 2026 campaign on a positive note after a difficult run of recent results. They have won only one of their last five matches, losing the other four. Trent Rockets Women, meanwhile, come into the contest with better recent form, having won their last three matches after suffering defeats in their previous two games.
The recent head-to-head record between the two teams has been closely fought. Trent Rockets won their most recent meeting in 2025 by three wickets with three balls remaining, while Birmingham Phoenix had earlier secured an 11-run victory. The two teams also shared victories in their meetings in 2024, making this another exciting contest between two competitive sides.
Birmingham Phoenix have a strong squad led by captain Ellyse Perry, with Emma Lamb, Tammy Beaumont, Alice Capsey and Alana King also providing plenty of experience. Trent Rockets will be led by Ashleigh Gardner and have several international stars in their line-up, including Nat Sciver-Brunt, Beth Mooney, Sophia Dunkley and Kim Garth.
Squads
Birmingham Phoenix Women
Ellyse Perry (Captain), Meg Austin, Tammy Beaumont, Phoebe Brett, Alice Capsey, Fatima Sana, Lauren Filer, Eva Gray, Alana King, Emma Lamb, Esmae MacGregor, Eve O’Neill, Davina Perrin, Kayla Reyneke, Linsey Smith, Jemima Spence.
Trent Rockets Women
Ashleigh Gardner (Captain), Georgia Adams, Samantha Bates, Sophia Dunkley, Georgia Elwiss, Kim Garth, Bess Heath, Eve Jones, Emma Jones, Katie Levick, Ailsa Lister, Beth Mooney, Sophie Munro, Charley Phillips, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Amu Surenkumar, Millie Taylor.
Players to Watch Out For
Ellyse Perry (Birmingham Phoenix Women)
Ellyse Perry will be one of Birmingham Phoenix’s biggest batting threats in this match. The experienced Australian all-rounder has scored 258 runs in her last 10 matches at an average of 32.25 and a strike rate of 120.56.
Her ability to build an innings while also scoring quickly when needed makes her an important player for Phoenix. As captain, Perry will also have the responsibility of leading the team and helping them make a strong start to their 2026 campaign.
Phoebe Brett (Birmingham Phoenix Women)
Phoebe Brett will be one of the key bowling options for Birmingham Phoenix. She has taken four wickets in her last two matches, showing good recent form with the ball. Her ability to take wickets and create pressure could be important against a strong Trent Rockets batting line-up. If she can make an early breakthrough, Phoenix will have a better chance of controlling the match.
Nat Sciver-Brunt (Trent Rockets Women)
Nat Sciver-Brunt will be one of the biggest names to watch for Trent Rockets. The England all-rounder has scored 290 runs in her last 10 matches at an average of 32.22 and an excellent strike rate of 144.27. Her ability to score quickly makes her a major threat in the 100-ball format. Sciver-Brunt has also taken two wickets in her last two matches, giving Trent Rockets another valuable option with the ball.
With her experience, leadership skills and ability to contribute in both departments, she could play a major role in the contest.
Ashleigh Gardner (Trent Rockets Women)
Captain Ashleigh Gardner is another key player for Trent Rockets. She has scored 250 runs in her last 10 matches at a strike rate of 148.80, showing how dangerous she can be with the bat. Gardner has also been in excellent bowling form, taking 12 wickets in her last 10 matches. Her ability to make an impact with both bat and ball makes her one of the most important players in the Trent Rockets squad. If she performs well in both departments, Trent Rockets will have a strong chance of continuing their winning momentum.
Pitch Report
The Edgbaston Cricket Ground in Birmingham generally offers a good balance between bat and ball. The surface provides good pace and consistent bounce, allowing batters to play their shots once they settle at the crease. The new ball can also offer some early seam and swing movement, particularly when the conditions are cloudy. Fast bowlers who maintain a good line and length could therefore trouble the batters during the early stages. As the innings progresses, the surface is expected to become easier for stroke-play. Batters who spend some time in the middle could find it easier to score runs later in the innings.
With quality batters on both sides, fans could be in for an entertaining contest if the top order makes the most of the conditions.
Weather Report
The weather in Birmingham is expected to be warm and mostly sunny on July 24, with a few clouds around. Temperatures are expected to remain around 27°C, while the RealFeel temperature could reach approximately 29°C. There is only a 2% chance of rain, so the weather should not cause any major problems during the match. Winds are expected to come from the northwest at around 13 km/h. Overall, the conditions look very positive for cricket, with a high chance of a full match without any significant weather interruptions.
Fantasy XI
Ellyse Perry, Emma Lamb, Tammy Beaumont, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Beth Mooney, Ashleigh Gardner, Alice Capsey, Alana King, Phoebe Brett, Lauren Filer, Samantha Bates.
Match Details
Date: July 24, 2026 (Friday)
Time: 7:30 PM IST
Venue: Edgbaston Cricket Ground, Birmingham, England
Live Streaming Details: The Hundred Women’s Competition 2026 will be telecast on Star Sports Network
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