In a dramatic climax to the Trent Bridge showdown, Craig Overton emerged victorious in a personal duel against his twin brother Jamie, guiding the Trent Rockets to a four‑wicket win over the London Spirit with just two balls left in the innings. The match, part of the 2026 edition of The Hundred, saw the Rockets needing a final ten runs from the last five deliveries. Craig, batting for the home side, faced his sibling who was delivering the ball for the visitors, and the encounter turned into a memorable family showdown.
The decisive moment arrived when Craig, after a cautious start, edged Jamie's delivery for a six over deep fine leg. That powerful stroke not only added six runs to the scoreboard but also shifted the momentum in the Rockets' favour. Following the six, Craig collected two consecutive twos, taking the total to the required 160 and sealing the win.
His final over – six, two, two – mirrored an earlier spell where he had taken a similar pattern of runs off Andrew Tye, demonstrating his composure under pressure. Craig's contribution was pivotal, but it was built on a solid platform laid by opener Ben Duckett, who blasted an explosive 75 runs off just 47 balls.
Duckett's aggressive start gave the Rockets a strong foundation, allowing Craig to finish the chase with confidence. In addition to his batting heroics, Craig made an impact with the ball earlier in the game, clean‑bowling Spirit opener Jonny Bairstow for a duck and later dismissing South African all‑rounder Lhuandré Pretorius for 24 runs. These wickets helped keep the Spirit's total within reach.
For the Spirit, the top score came from Dewald Brevis, who struck 39 runs from 24 balls, while captain Liam Livingstone added a quickfire 33 off 24. Despite these efforts, the Spirit fell short by four wickets, marking their second consecutive loss in the competition. The match was part of a busy weekend of Hundred cricket that also featured a dominant performance from Jos Buttler and the Manchester Super Giants.
Buttler smashed 90 runs off 50 balls at Emirates Old Trafford, hitting seven fours and five sixes to propel the Super Giants to a formidable 187‑5. Their total dwarfed the Birmingham Phoenix, who were bowled out for just 100 runs, thanks in part to Liam Dawson's three‑wicket haul (3‑15). The Super Giants' victory margin of 87 runs was the second consecutive win for the side, putting them level with Welsh Fire, who also secured back‑to‑back victories.
Supporting Buttler's innings was Tom Moores, who contributed an unbeaten 39 off 17 balls, including five maximums. However, Phoenix's chase faltered as skipper Donovan Ferreira managed only 23 runs, and the team could not recover from early setbacks. England pacer Josh Tongue made an early impact for the Super Giants, taking two wickets in two balls and removing Rehan Ahmed for a golden duck.
The innings also saw England quick Sonny Baker and Afghanistan spinner Noor Ahmad each claim two wickets, underscoring the Super Giants' depth in both pace and spin. The weekend's schedule was intense, with four games played each day. After the Thursday night victory at Lord's, where the Rockets edged a narrow seven‑run win over the Spirit, the Friday clash at Edgbaston saw the Phoenix suffer a ten‑run defeat to the Rockets in a high‑scoring encounter. The back‑to‑back fixtures highlighted the competitive balance within The Hundred, with teams constantly jockeying for points.
Looking ahead, the competition returns to a more traditional format on Monday, featuring a double‑header. Southern Brave's women's team will host MI London at 3 p.m., followed by the men's fixtures at 6:30 p.m. Both matches will be broadcast live on Sky Sports, offering fans another chance to witness high‑octane cricket. For those following the tournament, Sky Sports provides up‑to‑date news, video highlights, in‑depth analysis, and exclusive features via its WhatsApp channel.
Viewers are encouraged to use the Chrome browser for the best video playback experience. Overall, Craig Overton's six‑two‑two finish not only secured four points for the Rockets but also earned him bragging rights in a sibling rivalry that added an extra layer of intrigue to an already thrilling contest. The Rockets' first win of the 2026 season, combined with the Super Giants' commanding performance, sets the stage for an exciting second half of the Hundred, where every match could produce another unforgettable story.