Match 31, Nottingham, August 14, 2024, 11:00 PM
Oval Invincibles
150/3(20.0ov)
Trent Rockets
151/4(18.4ov)
Trent Rockets beat Oval Invincibles by 6 wickets
Best Batsmen
R
B
4S
6S
SR
Best Bowler
O
R
W
Econ
Man of the Match
Rovman Powell
Commentry
Right then! The Trent Rockets finish their campaign with a good win against the Oval Invincibles. Sam Billings and his men are already in the title race and will keep this win on the rare view. The Hundreds moves on to its next chapter, which is between Birmingham Phoenix and Manchester Originals on the 15th of August at 11 pm IST (5.30 pm GMT) but you can always join us early for all the exciting match updates. Till then, have a good night.
Rovman Powell, the Match Hero, expresses his relief at finally contributing significantly to his team. He acknowledges the tough season they've had but is pleased to have provided some entertainment for the fans. Reflecting on his 101-meter six, Powell humorously admits he's still behind Pooran's 113-meter hit, expecting some playful teasing from his teammate. Powell emphasizes the importance of his role at number five, where he must control the innings and guide the team to victory, something he was able to do successfully in this match.
... THE PRESENTATIONS ...
However, Tom Alsop remained calm under pressure. His unbeaten 41 off just 24 balls was the cornerstone of the Rockets’ successful chase. With his composed finish, the Rockets crossed the line, securing a well-deserved victory with six balls to spare. While the Invincibles still have a shot at qualifying for the final, they will now have to wait on the outcome of tomorrow’s match. For the Trent Rockets, tonight’s win is a fitting end to their season, allowing them to celebrate a hard-fought victory on home soil.
The chase began with early drama as Tom Banton, after surviving two major scares in the opening set, was dismissed cheaply for just six runs. Despite this early setback, Alex Hales and Joe Root steadied the ship. Hales played positively, finding the gaps and playing some exquisite strokes against the new ball, helping the Rockets reach 30 runs by the end of the powerplay. Hales eventually fell for a well-made 35 off 25 balls, while Root, unable to capitalize on his start, was caught in the deep for 12. With the top order back in the pavilion, the responsibility fell on Tom Alsop and Rovman Powell to guide the chase. The pair built a solid partnership, taking their stand past the 50-run mark. Powell, in particular, was aggressive, dispatching any loose deliveries with authority. His 27-ball 45 was crucial in keeping the Rockets in the hunt. Powell’s dismissal in the 18th set brought some tension, especially when Sam Curran was removed from the attack in the penultimate set after bowling two waist-high no-balls.
The Trent Rockets finish their campaign on a high, securing a thrilling six-wicket victory over the Oval Invincibles. Chasing a challenging target of 151, the Rockets navigated a tricky surface with poise and determination, ultimately reaching the target with six balls to spare. This victory not only ends their season on a positive note but also gives their home fans something to cheer about.
In over# 19
4
1
2
1
1wd
6nb
Saqib Mahmood 26/1(3.4)
94
4
FOUR! Uppish but just wide! Tom Alsop stayed on the crease when things were falling apart for Trent Rockets and is returning to his dugout like a hero as he has done his job outstandingly! Saqib Mahmood bowls fuller and just outside off. Tom Alsop drills it hard, flat and towards the long on region. The Sam Curran at the long on dives to his right but the ball zips just wide off him. The ball bounces reaches the fence. Trent Rockets beat Oval Invincibles by 6 wickets!
93
1
On a length on off. Chris Green again drags across the line towards deep mid-wicket for a single. 4 runs needed off 7!
92
2
Shortish on off. Chris Green pulls it towards the left of deep mid-wicket fielder. The fielder charges the ball and has a shy towards striker's end but Chris Green was way too quick.
91
1
Short of a length on off. Tom Alsop pulls it towards deep mid-wicket for a single.
91
1wd
WIDE! Much fuller, but way yard outside off. Tom Alsop tries to get something on his willow but misses. FREE HIT CONTINUES!
91
6nb
NO BALL AND FOUR! My goodness! It seems that the ball slips from Curran's hand and he bowls a full toss, over the waist of the Tom Alsop. Tom Alsop looks to swat it towards his deep square leg, outside the park but gets the outer edge. The ball rolls towards deep third man and gets five more runs into his account. Sam Curran bowls his second beamer of the innings and he can't bowl anymore in this game. Saqib Mahmood comes into the attack to finish his remaining deliveries.
Chris Green walks out to bat now.
In over# 18
0W
6
1lb
1
1
Sam Curran 19/1(3)
OUT! TAKEN! Twists after twists! Sam Curran gets his man! Slower delivery as well as into the blockhole on middle. Rovman Powell tries to jam it towards his leg but ends up chipping it towards long on region. Donovan Ferreira at long on comfortably gets under the skier and takes the catch pretty easily under pressure.
90
W
OUT! TAKEN! Twists after twists! Sam Curran gets his man! Slower delivery as well as into the blockhole on middle. Rovman Powell tries to jam it towards his leg but ends up chipping it towards long on region. Donovan Ferreira at long on comfortably gets under the skier and takes the catch pretty easily under pressure.
89
6
SIX! BOOM! Short of a length on middle and off. Rovman Powell pulls it hard and makes it sure to clear the deep square leg fence for a boundary.
88
1lb
Leg bye! Huge appeal from Sam Curran, he was off for his celebration as well but Umpires says nothing! There's a long discussion with the skipper Billings and they decided not to take that one! On a length on middle and angling it in. Tom Alsop tries to heave it towards his leg but misses and thumps his back pad. The ball rolls towards short third and gets a single.