Trent Rockets vs Manchester Originals – The Hundred Men's 2025 Match Preview

Date: Tuesday, 19th August 2025
Venue: Trent Bridge, Nottingham
Time: 18:30 GMT

Match Overview

The Trent Rockets and Manchester Originals meet at Trent Bridge in what promises to be a high-stakes encounter in The Hundred Men's 2025. Both teams are vying for crucial points in the league standings, with Trent Rockets currently sitting at second place and Manchester Originals in fifth. The Rocks have shown consistency in their recent performances, while the Originals are on a mission to bounce back after a mixed run in their last few games.

Team Form

Trent Rockets

• Form: 3 wins in 4 games, with a strong all-round performance.
• Key Players:
  • Tom Banton – The team's leading run-scorer with 175 runs at an average of 43.75 and strike rate of 142.3.
  • Marcus Stoinis – A match-winner with both bat and ball, taking 6 wickets at 13.16 and scoring 57 runs at a strike rate of 172.7.
  • Tom Moores – An explosive debutant who made a strong impression with 55 off 30 balls.

Manchester Originals

• Form: 2 wins in 5 games, with a recent 57-run victory that reignited their campaign.
• Key Players:
  • Jos Buttler – The captain in top form with 189 runs at an average of 47.25.
  • Josh Tongue – A wicket-taking machine with 9 wickets at 8.33.
  • Sonny Baker – A reliable spinner with 7 wickets at 16.42.

Head-to-Head Record

In their last five encounters, Trent Rockets have dominated with 4 wins to Manchester Originals' 1. The most recent meeting on 29 July 2024 saw the Rockets win by 2 wickets with 2 balls to spare, showcasing their ability to chase down tight totals.

Venue Insights – Trent Bridge, Nottingham

• Average first innings score (2022–2025): 132
• Win percentage when batting first: 64.8%
• Bowling averages and economy rates:
  • Fast bowlers: Average 23.82, Economy Rate 8.60
  • Spin bowlers: Average 25.06, Economy Rate 8.55
• Wickets per innings:
  • First Innings: 5.86
  • Second Innings: 6.50

The wicket at Trent Bridge has historically favored batters batting first, but the pace in the powerplay and death overs can be tricky. This could be a key factor in the match.

Squads

Trent Rockets Men

• Joe Root, Marcus Stoinis, Tom Banton, Dillon Pennington, Sam Cook, Sam Hain, Tom Alsop, Calvin Harrison, David Willey, Lockie Ferguson, Max Holden, George Linde, Adam Hose, Rehan Ahmed, Callum Parkinson, Ben Sanderson, Tom Moores.

Manchester Originals Men

• Jos Buttler (c), Phil Salt (wk), Heinrich Klaasen, Matthew Hurst, Scott Currie, Josh Tongue, Tom Hartley, Sonny Baker, Tom Aspinwall, Noor Ahmad, Rachin Ravindra, Lewis Gregory, Ben McKinney, George Garton, James Anderson, Marchant de Lange.

Match Predictions & Betting Tips

Key Matchup & Tactical Considerations

• Trent Rockets: Will look to capitalise on their superior record at Trent Bridge, with Tom Banton and Marcus Stoinis expected to lead the charge. The Rocks' spinners (Rehan Ahmed, Callum Parkinson) may play a key role in the middle overs.
• Manchester Originals: Jos Buttler and Heinrich Klaasen will need to anchor the innings, while Josh Tongue and Sonny Baker will aim to break partnerships and restrict scoring. The Originals will hope to win the toss and choose to bat first to exploit the conditions.

Conclusion

With a strong record at home and a balanced squad, Trent Rockets are slight favorites to win this match. However, Manchester Originals have Jos Buttler in fine form and a potent bowling attack that can disrupt even the best of batting line-ups. It’s a match that promises high intensity and entertainment, with the Rocks having the slight edge on paper.

Prediction: Trent Rockets by 2–3 wickets or 10–15 runs.
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