Sophia Dunkley's impressive 56 off 33 deliveries propelled Trent Rockets to a five-run victory over SunRisers Leeds in The Hundred at Trent Bridge. Dunkley's outstanding innings was supported by a valuable contribution from her international teammate Nat Sciver-Brunt, who scored 33 off 25, and a cameo by Bess Heath, resulting in a defendable total of 139-7 after 100 balls. Australian star Ash Gardener took an early wicket and restricted the top-order scoring, but Annabel Sutherland's brilliant 59 off 30 deliveries was not enough to save the visitors.
The Rockets held on to secure a crucial win, solidifying their second-place position in the table. Meanwhile, Manchester Super Giants consolidated their third-place position with a six-wicket win over MI London, who remain at the foot of the table without a win. MI London's struggles were compounded by the loss of Danni Wyatt-Hodge, ruled out for the remainder of the tournament with a left calf tear.