As both teams try to hold onto their postseason aspirations, the August 19 clash between Trent Rockets Women and Manchester Originals Women in The Hundred 2025 at Trent Bridge is expected to be thrilling.
With the exception of Ashleigh Gardner, the Rockets’ potent batting lineup has struggled this season. After recent losses, they’ll need players like Heather Graham and Nat Sciver-Brunt to step up. But after winning back-to-back games because of Sophie Ecclestone’s superb bowling and Deandra Dottin’s brilliant batting, the Manchester Originals are now in control.
Fantasy Picks: Trent Rockets Women vs Manchester Originals Women
Wicketkeeper –
Beth Mooney
Beth Mooney is a well-known Australian cricket player who bats left-handed and also keeps wickets. She made history as the first female Australian to hit hundreds in Test, ODI, and T20I cricket. In league and major tournament competitions, Mooney has been an important member. She is well-known in The Hundred for her steady run-scoring and dependable wicketkeeping. She has scored 504 runs in 18 innings, with her highest undefeated score of 99 and four half-centuries at 135.48.
Batters –
Kathryn Bryce
Kathryn Bryce, an all-rounder from Scotland, is renowned for her leadership and impactful batting. She is recognized as one of the ICC Associate Cricketers of the Decade (2011–2020) and has led Scotland to significant tournament qualifiers. In The Hundred, Kathryn Bryce played in 33 games, striking 22 wickets, and scoring 258 runs, demonstrating her skills in the competition. She is definitely a player to watch for the Originals’ team.
Bryony Smith
Bryony Smith is an all-round player who contributes with both bat and ball. She is a right-handed batter and right-arm off-break bowler. Since 2018, she has represented England internationally in addition to playing for Surrey, South East Stars, Welsh Fire, Trent Rockets, and Hobart Hurricanes at home. Bryony Smith has participated in 34 games in The Hundred, scoring 665 runs, including the highest of 70. Her strike rate is 131.16, which includes three fifties, and her average is 19.55. She has taken 18 wickets with the ball with a strike rate of 21 and an average of 29.77, with her best bowling numbers being 3 for 21.
Nat Sciver-Brunt
Nat Sciver-Brunt is renowned for her dynamic right-handed batting and right-arm fast-medium bowling. She is particularly well-known for her leadership qualities, which include being the first England cricketer to bag a hat-trick in a Women’s T20 International. She plays for Trent Rockets in The Hundred and is regarded as an important all-around contributor. With the highest score of an unbeaten 81, eight half-centuries, she has amassed 1097 runs in 32 innings. Although she has only taken 15 wickets with the ball, her batting prowess has been most beneficial for Rockets.
All-Rounders –
Amelia Kerr
Amelia Kerr is a talented cricketer from New Zealand who is an excellent all-around player who excels at both right-hand batting and right-arm leg-spin bowling. She attracted notice as the youngest player in international cricket history to achieve a double century, and she has subsequently established herself as an essential member of the New Zealand squad across all formats. In The Hundred, Kerr has scored 309 runs with the bat in 17 innings, with an average of 22.07 and the highest of 64. Her best bowling stats of 4 for 13 are among the 25 wickets she has taken with the ball.
Deandra Dottin
Deandra Dottin, a talented all-rounder from the West Indies, is renowned for her quick bowling and strong hitting. She made her international debut in 2008 and is renowned for her power hitting, having been the first female player to achieve a century in a Women’s T20 International and smashing over 100 sixes in WT20Is. For the Manchester Originals and London Spirit in The Hundred, Deandra Dottin has been a potent all-rounder. In 23 games, she has scored 510 runs, including three half-centuries and her highest unbeaten score of 68. She has taken nine wickets in 12 innings, proving her worth in both aspects of the game.
Ashleigh Gardner
Australian cricketer Ashleigh Gardner bowls right-arm off-spin and bats right-handed, making her a versatile all-round player. Gardner has been an essential part of the team since making her debut for Australia in 2017 because of her powerful batting and shrewd off-spin bowling. She has received numerous individual honors and world titles, including Player of the Final in the 2018 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup. In the Hundred, she has scored 289 runs in 12 innings with the highest score 61 and has also picked up 13 wickets with best bowling figures of 3 for 23 demonstrating her involvement and dependability in all game sections.
Heather Graham
Australian all-rounder Heather Graham is renowned for her significant achievements in The Hundred, where she has been an invaluable member of the Northern Superchargers and Trent Rockets. Graham has participated in 21 games in The Hundred, amassed 295 runs with the highest score of 44 and a strike rate of 127.70. She is also renowned for her ability to take wickets. In 22 innings, she has taken 22 wickets, with her best bowling statistics being 3 for 13. She stands out for her ability to make a substantial contribution with both bat and ball.
Bowlers –
Sophie Ecclestone
Sophie Ecclestone is one of the world’s top bowlers in women’s cricket and a talented English player who is renowned for her slow left-arm orthodox approach. She was long ranked number 1 in the world in women’s T20I bowling rankings and has been England’s best spinner across all formats. In 2023 and 2024, Sophie Ecclestone captained Manchester Originals throughout their time in The Hundred. She has taken 31 wickets in 30 games, with the best bowling figures of 4 for 11, and she has scored 280 runs in 25 innings, including an undefeated 36. Although she primarily bowls, she is an important part of the Originals’ chances of winning the tournament.
Lauren Filer
English cricketer Lauren Filer is a right-arm medium-fast bowler and right-handed batter who is well-known for her agility and skill with the ball. Filer made her England debut in a Test match against Australia in June 2023, taking four wickets and leaving a lasting impression. Filer has performed for Welsh Fire, London Spirit, and Manchester Originals in The Hundred. She has shown to be a useful seam bowling alternative and has claimed several wickets. She has taken 14 wickets in 23 innings and her best bowling stats are 3 for 8. Her ability to consistently bowl and break partnerships makes her a significant player.
Kirstie Gordon
Scottish-born English cricketer Kirstie Gordon is a right-handed batter and a slow left-arm orthodox bowler. Gordon has distinguished herself in both domestic and international cricket, and she is known for her economical and wicket-taking bowling. She has played with the Trent Rockets and Birmingham Phoenix in the Hundred women’s league. With an economy rate of 7.53 and her best bowling statistics of 3 for 14, she has taken 35 wickets with the ball. She will be an important bowler for the Trent Rockets throughout this tournament season.
This Fantasy XI is formed with a sharp focus on form, career stats, and the unique challenge posed by Trent Bridge, Nottingham in England. Make sure to lock in your teams before 7:30 PM IST and stay tuned for a blockbuster encounter between two of women’s cricket’s exciting clubs locking horns against each other.
