Trent Rockets vs Birmingham Phoenix Fantasy XI, Captain Picks & Pitch Report — The Hundred 2026 Match 22
Trent Rockets take on Birmingham Phoenix in The Hundred 2026 at Trent Bridge on August 5, 2026, with play starting at 11:00 PM IST. TR arrive with 4 wins from their last 5, BPH with 1 from 4. BPH hold the edge in their recent meetings, 1–0. Innings at this ground have averaged 147 across 4 completed matches. Ben Duckett is the form pick of the two squads with 240 runs in 5 matches. Below: the full suggested fantasy XI, captain and vice-captain picks, pitch report, head-to-head record and recent form for both sides.
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TR posted 116/3 (16.3/20 ov, target 112) and then bowled out BPH to win. TR won by 5 runs. Joe Clarke was the standout batter, scoring 62 off 45 balls. Usman Tariq led the bowling attack with 2/15. Lewis Gregory was named Player of the Match.
Trent Bridge has averaged 147 runs an innings this season, from 4 completed matches. Totals have ranged from 134 to 160, so par is worth judging on the day rather than from the fixture list. TR have played 2 matches here in The Hundred 2026, averaging 153 and winning 2 of 2 with a best of 160.
Tip: Always check the official playing XI announced on match day before finalising your fantasy team — last-minute changes happen.
Team Assessment
Trent Rockets are in strong recent T20 form (4W in their last 5) — confidence will be high.
Birmingham Phoenix have been inconsistent lately (1W in their last 4) — which version turns up is the question.
Key Players to Watch
Ben Duckett brings 240 runs in 5 matches to this fixture for TR, averaging 82.8 fantasy points a game and with a best of 141.
Craig Overton has 24 runs and 6 wickets in 5 matches for TR in The Hundred 2026, averaging 63.4 fantasy points a game and with a best of 114.
150 runs in 5 matches in The Hundred 2026 makes Finn Allen one of TR's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 63.2 fantasy points a game and with a best of 141.
Tom Banton brings 130 runs in 4 matches to this fixture for TR, averaging 62.5 fantasy points a game and with a best of 134.
Rehan Ahmed has 77 runs and 5 wickets in 4 matches for BPH in The Hundred 2026, averaging 73.3 fantasy points a game and with a best of 129.
130 runs in 4 matches in The Hundred 2026 makes Joe Clarke one of BPH's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 63.8 fantasy points a game and with a best of 147.
Mitchell Owen brings 44 runs and 3 wickets in 4 matches to this fixture for BPH, averaging 47 fantasy points a game and with a best of 56.
Donovan Ferreira has 69 runs in 4 matches for BPH in The Hundred 2026, averaging 43.8 fantasy points a game and with a best of 50.
Fantasy Cricket Picks
240 runs in 5 matches for TR in The Hundred 2026 at 82.8 points a game — a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.
77 runs and 5 wickets in 4 matches for BPH in The Hundred 2026 at 73.3 points a game — a high-floor pick. Strong 1.5× value.
Must Picks
240 runs in 5 matches for TR in The Hundred 2026 at 82.8 points a game — a high-floor pick.
24 runs and 6 wickets in 5 matches for TR in The Hundred 2026 at 63.4 points a game — a high-floor pick.
77 runs and 5 wickets in 4 matches for BPH in The Hundred 2026 at 73.3 points a game — a high-floor pick.
130 runs in 4 matches for BPH in The Hundred 2026 at 63.8 points a game — a high-floor pick.
Differential Picks (Grand League)
In The Hundred 2026, Finn Allen has already posted a single-match best of 141 fantasy points against a 63.2-point average — a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.
In The Hundred 2026, Chris Wood has already posted a single-match best of 128 fantasy points against a 42.5-point average — a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.
Suggested Fantasy XI
Match Prediction
Birmingham Phoenix have the better recent record in this fixture (1–0), but Trent Rockets will fancy their chances of turning it around.
This XI leans 7-4 towards TR, which is a deliberate bet rather than a hedge — Ben Duckett takes the armband, so if TR are rolled over cheaply your score goes with them. If you want to de-risk it, swap one TR middle-order batter for the equivalent slot on the other side before the toss.
Match Trivia
In their only previous meeting in The Hundred 2026 (24 Jul), Birmingham Phoenix came out on top.
The highest individual score at Trent Bridge in The Hundred 2026 is Ben Duckett's 75 off 47 balls.
The best bowling figures at Trent Bridge in The Hundred 2026 are Adam Milne's 2/25.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win Trent Rockets vs Birmingham Phoenix?
Birmingham Phoenix have the better recent record in this fixture (1–0), but Trent Rockets will fancy their chances of turning it around.
Who should be captain for Trent Rockets vs Birmingham Phoenix in fantasy cricket?
Ben Duckett is the top captain pick, with Rehan Ahmed as vice-captain. 240 runs in 5 matches for TR in The Hundred 2026 at 82.8 points a game — a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.
What is the pitch report for Trent Bridge?
Trent Bridge has averaged 147 runs an innings this season, from 4 completed matches. Totals have ranged from 134 to 160, so par is worth judging on the day rather than from the fixture list. TR have played 2 matches here in The Hundred 2026, averaging 153 and winning 2 of 2 with a best of 160.
When is Trent Rockets vs Birmingham Phoenix?
Trent Rockets vs Birmingham Phoenix is scheduled for August 5, 2026 at 11:00 PM IST, Trent Bridge.
What is the head-to-head record between Trent Rockets and Birmingham Phoenix?
BPH lead 1–0 across their last 1 meeting.
How have Trent Rockets and Birmingham Phoenix been performing recently?
Trent Rockets are in strong recent T20 form (4W in their last 5) — confidence will be high. Birmingham Phoenix have been inconsistent lately (1W in their last 4) — which version turns up is the question.
Who is a good differential pick for Trent Rockets vs Birmingham Phoenix?
Finn Allen (TR) — In The Hundred 2026, Finn Allen has already posted a single-match best of 141 fantasy points against a 63.2-point average — a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.
Are there any notable stats for Trent Rockets vs Birmingham Phoenix?
In their only previous meeting in The Hundred 2026 (24 Jul), Birmingham Phoenix came out on top. The highest individual score at Trent Bridge in The Hundred 2026 is Ben Duckett's 75 off 47 balls. The best bowling figures at Trent Bridge in The Hundred 2026 are Adam Milne's 2/25.
What's a good fantasy XI for Trent Rockets vs Birmingham Phoenix?
A balanced XI built from both squads: Joe Clarke, Ben Duckett, Finn Allen, Tom Banton, Craig Overton, Scott Currie, Rehan Ahmed, Mitchell Santner, Calvin Harrison, Mohammad Amir, Mitchell Owen. Adjust based on the confirmed playing XI closer to the toss.
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