Phoenix all out for 64 as Hundred batting slump continues
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- Birmingham Phoenix were bowled out for 64, the joint second-lowest total in the Women's Hundred competition.
- Trent Rockets chased the target in just 31 balls, winning by nine wickets.
- The bowler-dominated match saw batters struggle on a difficult pitch.
Birmingham Phoenix suffered a batting collapse, being bowled out for a mere 64 runs in their match against Trent Rockets. This score marks the joint second-lowest total ever recorded in the Women's Hundred competition, highlighting a dire performance from the Phoenix batters.
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Ellyse Perry was the sole bright spot for Phoenix, scoring 39 runs. No other batter reached double figures, underscoring the team's struggles. This dismal total echoes their previous record low of 54 in 2024, indicating a recurring issue with batting consistency.
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Trent Rockets made short work of the chase, reaching the target in just 31 balls with Sophia Dunkley leading the charge with an explosive 43 off 17 deliveries. The dominant bowling performance from Trent Rockets, with Samantha Bates taking 3-10 and Georgia Elwiss taking 3-13, set up the comfortable nine-wicket victory. The match continued the trend of low-scoring, bowler-friendly games seen so far in the tournament.
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