1. Allen's 72* Powers Rockets to Commanding Six-Wicket Victory
Finn Allen produced a masterclass in chase management, smashing an unbeaten 72 off 35 balls to guide Trent Rockets to a six-wicket victory over Manchester Super Giants at Old Trafford. The New Zealand opener's knock, featuring 11 fours and two sixes, helped Rockets chase down 138 with 13 balls to spare .
2. Rockets Leapfrog Super Giants to Claim Top Spot in Hundred Standings
The victory propelled Trent Rockets to the top of The Hundred 2026 points table, leapfrogging their opponents who slipped to second place. The top-of-the-table clash at Old Trafford saw Rockets move four points clear at the summit with their third win in four matches .
3. Allen Survives Early Scare to Reach 23-Ball Fifty
Allen had a stroke of luck on 32 when Liam Dawson couldn't hold onto a difficult caught-and-bowled chance. The Kiwi opener made the reprieve count, racing to his half-century from just 23 balls and anchoring the chase with controlled aggression .
4. Duckett's Golden Duck Puts Pressure on Rockets Early
The chase got off to a nightmare start when Ben Duckett was bowled attempting a scoop off the second ball of the innings. England teammate Gus Atkinson castled the in-form opener, leaving Rockets reeling early in their pursuit of 138 .
5. Billings and Allen's 25-Ball Half-Century Stand Rescues Innings
Sam Billings joined forces with Allen to steady the ship after the early setbacks. The pair added a brisk 50-run partnership off just 25 deliveries, targeting both spin and seam to wrest back control of the chase .
6. Buttler's Third Consecutive Fifty Powers Super Giants to 137/3
Jos Buttler continued his red-hot form, scoring an unbeaten 55 off 37 balls to register his third consecutive half-century in The Hundred. Alongside Leus du Plooy's 40 not out, Buttler lifted Super Giants to 137/3 with a late flourish .
7. Overton's Three-Wicket Burst Rocks Super Giants' Innings
Craig Overton was the pick of the Rockets' bowlers, claiming 3/23 from his quota. He removed both openers Tim Seifert and Aiden Markram before dismissing Heinrich Klaasen for a two-ball duck, reducing the hosts to 56/3 .
8. Super Giants' 81-Run Partnership Rescues Innings After Collapse
After being reduced to 56/3, Jos Buttler and Leus du Plooy rebuilt the innings with an 81-run partnership from 57 deliveries. Du Plooy provided the impetus with two late sixes before Buttler's final-over fireworks took them to 137/3 .
9. Allen Now Second-Highest Run-Scorer for Rockets This Season
With his 72-run blitz, Allen continued his impressive run in The Hundred 2026. He now sits as the second-highest run-scorer for Trent Rockets, following his 33 against Welsh Fire earlier in the campaign .
10. Rockets' Bowling Attack Fires in Unison on Challenging Surface
The Rockets' bowling unit adapted brilliantly to the two-paced Old Trafford surface. Mitchell Santner and Lewis Gregory used their variations effectively to contain Buttler and du Plooy through the middle overs before Overton's early strikes set the tone .
11. Allen and Santner's 42-Run Stand Seals Victory in Style
After losing Billings and David, Allen found an able partner in Mitchell Santner. The pair added an unbroken 42 runs off 23 deliveries, with Santner hitting the winning four as Rockets completed the chase with 13 balls remaining .
12. Buttler Now 24 Runs Away from All-Time T20 Record
Jos Buttler's unbeaten 55 brought him within 24 runs of surpassing Kieron Pollard's record for most runs in T20 cricket history. The former England captain has been in sensational form, with three consecutive half-centuries in the tournament .
13. Rockets' Clinical Chase Exposes Super Giants' Bowling Weakness
Despite posting a competitive total, Super Giants' bowling attack struggled to defend 138. Gus Atkinson and Sonny Baker claimed two wickets each, but the lack of support from other bowlers allowed Allen to dominate the chase .
14. Top-of-the-Table Clash Lives Up to Billing at Old Trafford
The highly anticipated clash between the top two sides delivered thrilling cricket at Old Trafford. From Buttler's batting masterclass to Allen's explosive chase, the match showcased the best of The Hundred's high-octane brand of cricket .
15. Allen Named Meerkat Match Hero After Match-Winning Knock
Finn Allen was deservedly named the Meerkat Match Hero for his match-winning 72*. "It was tough at the start, they bowled well and challenged us," Allen said after the match. "I wanted to try and have a good foundation to start off with and absorb pressure where I could" .
FAQ
Q1: What was the score in the match?
Manchester Super Giants scored 137/3, while Trent Rockets chased down the target with 140/4 in 87 balls, winning by six wickets .
Q2: How many runs did Finn Allen score?
Finn Allen scored an unbeaten 72 off 35 balls, including 11 fours and two sixes .
Q3: Who were the top scorers for Manchester Super Giants?
Jos Buttler top-scored with 55 not out from 37 balls, while Leus du Plooy contributed 40 not out from 28 deliveries .
Q4: Who took wickets for Trent Rockets?
Craig Overton was the standout bowler with 3/23, while Gus Atkinson (for Super Giants) took 2/27 .
Q5: How did Trent Rockets benefit from this win?
The victory took Trent Rockets to the top of The Hundred 2026 points table, four points clear of second-placed Manchester Super Giants .
Q6: What record is Jos Buttler approaching?
Jos Buttler is now just 24 runs away from surpassing Kieron Pollard's record for the most runs in T20 cricket history .
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