The closing day of the 2026 edition of The Hundred promises a dramatic showdown at Lord's, where the Trent Rockets could clinch both the men's and women's titles and Sam Billings might add a fourth consecutive Hundred crown to his résumé. The Rockets have dominated the tournament so far, with both their men's and women's squads topping their respective group tables and securing direct passage to the finals after amassing 13 victories out of a combined 16 matches during the league phase. This stellar performance has already earned the franchise the newly introduced Hundred Helix trophy, a prize that recognises the most successful club across both the men's and women's competitions.
Now the focus shifts to the final day, where the Rockets will seek to translate their group‑stage dominance into individual silverware for each gender. The women's final kicks off at 2:15 p.m.
on the historic "Home of Cricket," pitting the Rockets against the defending champions SunRisers Leeds. The SunRisers, who captured the women's title a year ago under the banner of the Northern Superchargers, will be eager to retain their crown. The men's final follows at 6 p.m., with the Rockets taking on Manchester Super Giants. Both matches will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Cricket and Sky Sports Mix, offering cricket fans a full afternoon and evening of high‑octane action.
For the Rockets women, this final marks a historic milestone: it is their first appearance in a Hundred final after four previous group‑stage exits and a loss in the eliminator over the first five editions of the competition. The squad, led by Australian captain Ash Gardner, will be looking to break that barrier and claim the franchise's inaugural women's title. In contrast, the Rockets men have already tasted success, having won the tournament in 2022. Their current captain, Sam Billings, has become synonymous with The Hundred, guiding Oval Invincibles to three straight titles before moving to the Rockets in a high‑profile transfer that has already begun to pay dividends.
Billings now stands on the cusp of a fourth consecutive personal triumph, a feat that would cement his legacy as one of the competition's all‑time greats. Billings, who was released by the Invincibles just before the auction as the club rebranded to MI London, was swiftly snapped up by the Rockets. The move proved shrewd, as Billings has continued to deliver match‑winning performances, including a series of six straight group‑stage victories that propelled the Rockets to the top of the table. Speaking before the final, the Rockets skipper expressed his pride and excitement: "It is impressive.
It's something I'm very proud of and to have the opportunity to win another one, albeit with a different team, is very pleasing. You want to be in this stage of the tournament every year so it's not lost on me. The opportunity we have, I never take it for granted, playing here at the Home of Cricket.
As a young kid growing up, you dream of occasions like this and playing at Lord's. As you get older, you start to appreciate these things a little more, I suppose. I think we might be one of the oldest teams in the competition.
We have a lot of guys who have played in finals before, been successful in finals. We have had brilliant energy throughout this competition." On the opposing side, the Super Giants will be led by England's white‑ball stalwart Jos Buttler, who assumed the captaincy after South Africa's Aiden Markram withdrew for personal reasons. Buttler has been in scintillating form, amassing 311 runs in the tournament, including four half‑centuries, and delivering a blistering 33 off 20 balls in the eliminator win over SunRisers. His aggressive batting and tactical acumen make him a formidable opponent for Billings and the Rockets.
Billings had this to say about the Super Giants: "They're a very good team. Jos [Buttler] is arguably the best white‑ball player ever to represent England and the leading record run‑scorer ever in T20 cricket. They've got a lot of variety in their side as well.
But I think it's all about us, to be honest. We topped the group. We beat them in Manchester, which definitely gives us confidence. We will absolutely respect them.
But, as a team, winning the league stage gives us a lot of confidence. We've been the best team from a record point of view." The women's final also features a compelling captaincy battle. SunRisers' Dani Gibson, one of only three English captains in the women's competition alongside London Spirit's Charlie Dean and MI London's Hollie Armitage, will lead her side against Gardner's Rockets.
Gibson, who was part of the England squad that fell to Australia in the Women's T20 World Cup final at Lord's earlier in July, knows the pressure of performing on this stage. Gardner, meanwhile, brings experience from the 2026 World Cup‑winning Australian side and will be supported by fellow Australians Kim Garth and Beth Mooney, both of whom were instrumental in Australia's recent triumphs.
The SunRisers also boast strong performers such as Phoebe Litchfield and Annabel Sutherland, the leading run‑scorers in the women's Hundred this season. Gardner reflected on the significance of returning to Lord's: "There are definitely some fantastic memories here at Lord's.
It's nice coming back to the same dressing room and hopefully that brings some good energy. Having a few Australians in the side helps because we know what big occasions require. Sunday is a new game and a different challenge but there are plenty of positive memories to draw on and confidence in the things we've done well throughout the season." Gibson added: "They've got some great names but I think every team has great names.
It's just making sure that we prep well and play the conditions that we're going to get here. Adapt quickly, communicate well and enjoy playing." Beyond the on‑field drama, the finals carry broader implications for the franchise landscape of The Hundred. The Rockets' pursuit of the Helix trophy underscores the growing importance of consistency across both genders, while the presence of high‑profile captains like Billings, Buttler, and Gibson highlights the tournament's status as a showcase for England's premier white‑ball talent. Fans can expect a blend of tactical nuance, power hitting, and moments of individual brilliance as the teams vie for the ultimate prize.
The schedule for Sunday is straightforward: the women's final between Trent Rockets and SunRisers Leeds begins at 2:15 p.m., followed by the men's final between Trent Rockets and Manchester Super Giants at 6 p.m. Both matches will be streamed live on Sky Sports Cricket and Sky Sports Mix, with the option to watch without a contract via the NOW streaming service. In summary, the 2026 Hundred finals promise a day of cricketing excellence at Lord's.
Whether the Rockets can secure a double, whether Billings can achieve a historic fourth consecutive personal title, or whether the SunRisers and Super Giants can upset the odds, the stakes are high and the atmosphere will be electric. Cricket enthusiasts worldwide should tune in to witness what could be a defining moment in the short‑format game's evolving narrative.