In a dramatic climax to the match at Trent Bridge, Craig Overton emerged victorious in a personal showdown against his twin brother Jamie, guiding the Trent Rockets to a narrow four‑wicket win over the London Spirit with just two balls remaining in The Hundred. The final stretch saw the Rockets needing ten runs from the last five deliveries, and it was Craig, batting for the home side, who delivered the decisive blows while his brother Jamie, representing the visitors, was tasked with the final overs.
Craig’s finishing sequence was both stylish and decisive. After a well‑timed top‑edge that sent the ball soaring over deep fine‑leg for a six, he followed up with two consecutive twos, pushing the Rockets past the target of 160. This cameo not only secured the win but also earned Craig bragging rights over his sibling and added four crucial points to the Rockets’ table tally. Earlier in the innings, teammate Ben Duckett had set a solid platform, blasting an explosive 75 runs off just 47 balls, which gave the side a comfortable base to chase.
The final over mirrored the earlier phases of the innings. Craig’s six‑two‑two mirrored the pattern he had displayed just before, when he struck a maximum off Andrew Tye, then collected two runs in quick succession. Those runs proved vital, delivering the Rockets’ first victory of the 2026 season while consigning the Spirit to a second consecutive defeat.
Craig also made a significant impact with the ball earlier in the game. He executed a clean caught‑and‑bowled to dismiss Spirit opener Jonny Bairstow for a duck, and later removed South African all‑rounder Lhuandré Pretorius for 24 runs. Pretorius’s fellow South African, Dewald Brevis, was the Spirit’s top scorer, contributing 39 runs from 24 balls, while captain Liam Livingstone added 33 off 24 deliveries.
The Spirit ultimately posted 159‑9, a total that proved just short of the Rockets’ chase. Beyond the Overton duel, the evening featured other noteworthy performances across the tournament. Jos Buttler, representing the Manchester Super Giants, smashed 90 runs off 50 balls in a dominant display at Emirates Old Trafford. His innings, packed with seven fours and five sixes, propelled the Super Giants to a formidable 187‑5.
The Phoenix, chasing that total, were bundled out for just 100 runs, with Liam Dawson claiming impressive figures of 3‑15. The Super Giants’ victory margin of 87 runs marked their second successive win, joining Welsh Fire in the early leaders’ pack. The Super Giants’ success was underpinned by a balanced attack.
In addition to Buttler’s explosive batting, Tom Moores contributed an unbeaten 39 off 17 balls, peppered with five maximums. The Phoenix’s chase faltered despite a valiant effort from skipper Donovan Ferreira, who top‑scored with 23 runs.
Early in the innings, England pacer Josh Tongue struck twice in two balls, dismissing Rehan Ahmed for a golden duck and setting the tone for a difficult chase. Further wickets fell to England’s Sonny Baker and Afghanistan’s spinner Noor Ahmad, each taking two wickets and underscoring the Super Giants’ depth in both pace and spin. The weekend’s packed schedule, featuring four games a day, gave way to a more traditional double‑header on Monday.
The women’s side of Southern Brave will host MI London at 3 pm, followed by the men’s fixtures at 6.30 pm, with both matches broadcast live on Sky Sports. Fans are encouraged to follow Sky Sports on WhatsApp for the latest updates, videos, and analysis, and to stream The Hundred via NOW for uninterrupted coverage. Overall, the match highlighted the unique narrative that The Hundred can produce—personal rivalries, clutch performances, and a blend of international talent competing in a fast‑paced format. Craig Overton’s dual contribution with bat and ball, especially his composure in the final over against his brother, will be remembered as a defining moment of the tournament’s early stage.
The Rockets, now bolstered by four points, will look to build on this momentum, while the Spirit will aim to bounce back after back‑to‑back losses. As the competition progresses, the blend of seasoned internationals like Buttler, emerging stars such as the Overton twins, and the strategic nuances of the Hundred format promise more thrilling encounters for supporters across the UK.