The Trent Rockets delivered a commanding performance to claim their inaugural Women's Hundred championship, crushing the defending champions SunRisers Leeds by eight wickets in a decisive final held at Lord's. After winning the toss, the Rockets bowled SunRisers out for a modest 91 runs off the same number of deliveries, then chased down the target with 46 balls to spare, sealing the victory when captain Ash Gardner struck the winning boundary over the off side.
Georgia Adams, who was playing in her fifth Hundred final, shone brightly for the Rockets, finishing with figures of two wickets for just fifteen runs from nine balls. The off‑spinning all‑rounder’s dismissals included a stumping of Annabel Sutherland (who had made 25), a catch at short fine leg to remove the aggressive Phoebe Litchfield (10), and a swift run‑out of Jess Jonassen (0) from the cover region.
Her all‑round display proved pivotal in turning the match in Trent’s favour. SunRisers Leeds were bundled out for 91 runs in exactly 91 balls.
Their top‑order contributions came from Annabel Sutherland (25) and Dani Gibson (22). The Rockets’ bowlers shared the spoils: Georgia Adams (2‑9), Charley Phillips (2‑12), Samantha Bates (2‑17) and Kim Garth (2‑18) each claimed two wickets, dismantling the opposition’s batting line‑up with relentless accuracy. In reply, the Rockets chased down the modest total with ease, reaching 92 for 2 in just 54 deliveries. Sophia Dunkley led the way with a blistering 41 off 23 balls, while Beth Mooney contributed an unbeaten 31 off 21.
Their opening partnership of 69 runs came in the first 25 balls of the powerplay, putting the Rockets firmly in control. Dunkley appeared poised for a fourth half‑century of the tournament before she was dismissed, caught by Dani Gibson at short cover when 23 runs were still required. SunRisers’ batting collapsed after a shaky start. Apart from Sutherland’s 25 and Gibson’s 22, no other player reached double figures.
The side slumped to 24 for 3 after just 19 balls and subsequently lost seven wickets for a mere 35 runs after Deepti Sharma (12) was bowled. The only six of the innings was struck by Sutherland, while Gibson managed a few runs off wayward deliveries from Kim Garth. The Rockets’ bowling unit was equally ruthless. Kim Garth opened the spell with two wickets in as many legal deliveries, dismissing Bryony Smith (2) and birthday celebrant Lauren Winfield‑Hill (0).
Charley Phillips (2‑12) and Samantha Bates (2‑17) also each took a pair of wickets, with Bates’ haul taking her tally to 13 wickets in the tournament, underscoring her consistency throughout the competition. SunRisers’ previous triumph last summer, achieved under the Northern Superchargers banner, had seen them upset the table‑topping Southern Brave in a memorable final.
However, they could not replicate that magic against the league‑phase winners this year. Earlier in the season, they had already suffered a narrow five‑run defeat to the Rockets at Trent Bridge on August 2. While that loss was a tight contest, the final at Lord’s was a comprehensive rout, with the only notable setback for the Rockets being Nat Sciver‑Brunt’s early dismissal, caught lbw by Sutherland for just four runs. Sky Sports Cricket analyst Nasser Hussain praised Georgia Adams, stating: "She is a serial winner, a top signing, and she turned the game around.
It’s not just about the wickets and catches, it’s about who you get out – Annabel Sutherland, Phoebe Litchfield, Jess Jonassen. That was a serious performance from someone who consistently turns up in the big games." Rockets captain Ash Gardner reflected on the team effort: "Different people stood up at different times. It’s been a fantastic campaign to be part of.
I’ve said it all along, we’re not reliant on one or two people. People played their role, that is all you can ask as a captain.
We’ve been fantastic throughout. We’re an experienced group and I’ve been able to lean on many people so it hasn’t just been me." The victory marks the Rockets’ seventh consecutive win and their eighth triumph in nine matches overall, cementing their dominance in the Women's Hundred season. Their clinical bowling, aggressive batting, and depth of talent across the squad proved too much for SunRisers, who will have to regroup after a season that began with promise but ended in disappointment.
For fans wanting to relive the highlights, Sky Sports offers full video coverage and key moments through its app and streaming platforms. The match scorecard reflects a comprehensive team effort: Rockets 92‑2 (54 balls) versus SunRisers 91 all out (91 balls). The win not only secures the championship trophy but also signals the rise of a new powerhouse in women’s franchise cricket, with the Trent Rockets poised to continue their strong form into the next season.