We are now in the decisive phase of the 2026 edition of The Hundred, and the knockout positions in both the men’s and women’s brackets have been locked in. But which sides have secured those coveted spots?
After eight games in the round‑robin stage, the teams that topped their respective tables earned an automatic berth in the championship final at Lord's, scheduled for Sunday, 16 August. The runners‑up and the third‑placed sides will clash in the eliminator matches at The Kia Oval on Friday, 14 August, with the victors of those encounters earning the right to compete in the final later in the weekend.
Here’s a detailed rundown of how the standings shaped up and who will be facing whom in the upcoming knockout fixtures. **Men’s competition** With only two group matches left to play, the Trent Rockets had already clinched the top spot in the men’s league table. Their consistent performances across the first six games meant they could not be overtaken, guaranteeing them a direct ticket to the final at Lord’s. The Manchester Super Giants secured their place in the eliminator after delivering a commanding win over SunRisers Leeds on Tuesday.
The victory was significant not just for the margin but also for the points swing: the Super Giants drew level with SunRisers on 20 points, but their superior net run‑rate—thanks to chasing down a modest target of 128 with 33 balls to spare—pushed them into second place. Net run‑rate, the tie‑breaker used in The Hundred, is calculated by subtracting the average runs conceded per 100 balls from the average runs scored per 100 balls across all matches, much like goal difference in football. A win for SunRisers Leeds in that game would have propelled them above the Rockets into first place and straight into the final, while the heavy defeat left them vulnerable to slipping to third and having to fight for a final berth via the eliminator.
The defending champions, MI London, who have held the title for the past three seasons, needed a massive win—by at least 59 runs—against Birmingham Phoenix on Wednesday to overtake SunRisers Leeds on net run‑rate. However, they managed only a narrow two‑run victory, which was insufficient to move them out of fourth place. Consequently, they miss out on the knockout stage entirely.
**Women’s competition** The women’s table mirrored the men’s in many ways. The Trent Rockets women also finished on top, amassing 28 points from their eight group matches and thereby booking a direct place in the Sunday final. Their decisive three‑wicket win over Southern Brave, who were second at the time, on Monday cemented their position at the summit.
Southern Brave, having been displaced by the Rockets, now head to the eliminator scheduled for Friday. Their opponent will be SunRisers Leeds, who clinched their knockout spot with a dominant 41‑run triumph over the Manchester Super Giants at Emirates Old Trafford on Tuesday.
That win not only lifted Leeds into second place but also eliminated the Super Giants from contention. **Upcoming eliminator fixtures** - **Friday, 14 August – Kia Oval (Women’s Eliminator)**: Southern Brave versus SunRisers Leeds, kick‑off at 2:15 pm. - **Friday, 14 August – Kia Oval (Men’s Eliminator)**: Manchester Super Giants versus SunRisers Leeds, kick‑off at 6:00 pm. Both matches have a reserve day allocated on Saturday, 15 August, should weather or other interruptions interfere with play.
**Finals schedule** - **Sunday, 16 August – Lord’s (Women’s Final)**: Trent Rockets versus the winner of the women’s eliminator, start time 2:15 pm. - **Sunday, 16 August – Lord’s (Men’s Final)**: Trent Rockets versus the winner of the men’s eliminator, start time 6:00 pm. Reserve days are also set for the finals on Monday, 17 August, ensuring the championship can be concluded even if delays occur.
Fans can continue to follow the action live via the NOW streaming platform, which offers contract‑free access to all matches, highlights, and related content. For the latest updates, video highlights, and in‑depth analysis, Sky Sports’ official channels—including their WhatsApp service—provide real‑time news and insights. In summary, the Trent Rockets dominate both the men’s and women’s tables and await their opponents in the finals.
Manchester Super Giants and SunRisers Leeds will battle it out in the men’s eliminator, while Southern Brave and SunRisers Leeds contest the women’s eliminator. The outcomes of these high‑stakes games on 14 August will determine the final line‑ups for the championship showdown at Lord’s on 16 August, with reserve days in place to safeguard the tournament’s conclusion.