In a thrilling match during The Hundred 2024, in what was expected to be a game-changing moment, Trent Rockets’ wicketkeeper-batter Natasha Wraith attempted a shot made famous by Indian cricketer Rishabh Pant – the audacious scoop shot. Unfortunately for Wraith and the Trent Rockets, the shot did not go as planned and resulted in her getting caught by England pacer Isabelle Wong. The match, which was the 28th of the series, saw the teams of Trent Rockets Women and Birmingham Phoenix Women face off at the iconic Edgbaston ground on August 12.
The day started with Birmingham Phoenix winning the toss and electing to bat first. They managed to put a competitive score of 113 on the board. The total, although not daunting, proved challenging as the Trent Rockets took to the crease. Struggling at 94 for 6 with 78 balls in, the Rockets faced an uphill battle.
Aside from Wraith’s ill-fated attempt to emulate Pant’s flair, another significant incident that shaped the match was Rajgeeta Rashid Khan’s injury, ruling her out of The Hundred 2024. Khan, a key player, would have been crucial in this situation, adding to the Rockets’ quandary.
Legendary Australian cricketer Ellyse Perry also had a hard day on the field for the Birmingham Phoenix Women. Her performance was uncharacteristically below her high standards, though the specifics of her contributions on the day were not disclosed.
Elsewhere in cricket, former India spinner Harbhajan Singh has made comments on the India vs. Sri Lanka ODI series. In other news, Bangladesh star all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan confirmed his participation in the upcoming Test matches scheduled for 2024, a boost for the team confirmed by Bangladesh Chief Selector Gazi Ashraf Hossain.
In another twist of the game, the wonderful game of cricket saw a feat wherein Gardner took two identical wickets in two balls, dismissing Richa Ghosh with a perfect Yorker. Such moments add to the thrill and unpredictability of The Hundred, highlighting the array of talent participating in this unique competition.
As the Trent Rockets Women’s innings continued, the players faced the challenge of regrouping and finding a way to achieve the remaining runs. Adversity and setbacks such as Wraith’s dismissal are defining moments in such tournaments and serve as a learning curve for the players. Whether Trent Rockets managed to secure victory from the jaws of defeat or if Birmingham Phoenix Women held on to secure the win, the match indeed was a captivating showcase of women’s cricket.
