In a dramatic climax to the evening at Trent Bridge, Craig Overton emerged victorious in a personal duel against his twin brother Jamie, steering the Trent Rockets to a four‑wicket win over the London Spirit with just two balls remaining in The Hundred. The match had come down to a nail‑biting finish: the Rockets required ten runs from the final five deliveries, and the responsibility fell to Craig, who was batting for the home side, while his brother Jamie was delivering the ball for the visitors. Craig answered the pressure with composure and flair. After a cautious start, he managed to top‑edge a delivery from Jamie over deep fine leg for a six, instantly shifting the momentum in his favour.
That boundary was followed by a pair of twos, which nudged the Rockets closer to their target of 160. The final overs saw Craig continue his steady accumulation, eventually sealing the chase with a six‑two‑two sequence that mirrored the earlier spell he had bowled against Andrew Tye.
His decisive runs not only earned him bragging rights over his sibling but also secured four crucial points for the Rockets, marking their first victory of the 2026 season and delivering a second consecutive defeat to the Spirit. The innings was built on a solid platform laid by Ben Duckett, who had earlier smashed an aggressive 75 off just 47 balls, providing the Rockets with a formidable total to defend. Duckett’s blistering knock set the tone, but it was Craig’s finishing touch that clinched the game. His six‑two‑two cameo echoed the earlier over he had bowled, where he had taken a maximum over long‑on followed by two quick two‑run hauls, demonstrating his all‑round capability in both batting and bowling departments.
Craig’s impact on the match extended beyond his batting heroics. Earlier in the innings, he had shown his fielding prowess by catching and bowling the Spirit’s opener Jonny Bairstow for a duck, a dismissal that set the tone for the Spirit’s innings. He also removed South African all‑rounder Lhuandré Pretorius for 24, further weakening the opposition’s chase.
Pretorius’ teammate, the explosive Dewald Brevis, managed to top‑score for the Spirit with 39 off 24 balls, while captain Liam Livingstone contributed a quickfire 33 off 24 deliveries. Despite these efforts, the Spirit fell short, finishing on 159‑9.
The broader context of the night’s action saw other notable performances across the competition. In a separate fixture, Jos Buttler delivered a spectacular 90‑run knock off just 50 balls for the Manchester Super Giants, propelling them to a commanding 187‑5 total.
Their opponents, Birmingham Phoenix, could only muster 100 runs, with Liam Dawson claiming impressive figures of 3‑15. Buttler’s innings was studded with seven fours and five sixes, underscoring his dominance and helping the Super Giants secure an 87‑run victory, joining Welsh Fire in winning their first two matches of the tournament. Additional highlights included Tom Moores’ unbeaten 39 off 17 balls for the Phoenix, which featured five maximums, and a gritty 23‑run effort from skipper Donovan Ferreira.
However, the Phoenix’s chase faltered early when England pacer Josh Tongue struck twice in two balls, dismissing Rehan Ahmed for a golden duck and rattling the middle order. The momentum never fully recovered for the Phoenix, and they succumbed to the Super Giants’ all‑round attack, which also saw England quick Sonny Baker and Afghanistan spinner Noor Ahmad each claim two wickets. The weekend’s packed schedule of four games a day gave way to a more traditional double‑header on Monday. Southern Brave’s women’s side will host MI London at 3 p.m., followed by the men’s teams taking the field at 6:30 p.m., with both fixtures available live on Sky Sports.
Fans are encouraged to follow Sky Sports on WhatsApp for the latest updates, videos, analysis, and more. For those streaming the competition, using the Chrome browser is recommended for optimal video playback. Overall, Craig Overton’s dual contribution with bat and ball, coupled with his decisive finish against his brother, provided a memorable storyline in a night filled with high‑octane cricket, individual brilliance, and team triumphs across The Hundred.