TR vs WF 11 Match Highlights & Report | The Hundred 2026 : Trent Rockets delivered a clinical all-round performance to defeat Welsh Fire by nine wickets in Match 11 of The Hundred Men 2026. Their bowlers restricted Welsh Fire to a below-par total before Ben Duckett’s composed unbeaten half-century and Tom Banton’s attacking finish helped the Rockets chase down the target with ease. Duckett’s match-winning knock earned him the Player of the Match award.
Welsh Fire Lose Early Momentum
Asked to bat first, Welsh Fire endured a disappointing start as captain Philip Salt failed to make an impact. Fast bowler Matt Henry struck early to remove Salt, giving Trent Rockets the perfect opening.
With the top order under pressure, Matthew Short looked to rebuild the innings. He mixed caution with aggression, finding the boundaries at regular intervals and trying to keep the scoreboard moving. However, the pressure continued as experienced batter Joe Root was also dismissed by Matt Henry, leaving Welsh Fire in trouble.
Hopes then rested on Rachin Ravindra, but left-arm spinner Mitchell Santner produced a crucial breakthrough to end his stay at the crease. The wicket shifted the momentum even further in Trent Rockets’ favour.
The innings finally gained some momentum when Jordan Cox walked in and played an entertaining attacking knock. He took on the bowlers with fearless stroke play, clearing the ropes several times and giving Welsh Fire hope of finishing strongly. Just when he looked set for an even bigger score, Santner struck again with another key wicket.
Santner continued his impressive spell by removing Marco Jansen, while Mohammad Amir dismissed Benjamin Kellaway to keep Welsh Fire under pressure. In the closing stages, Asa Mark Tribe remained unbeaten and Chris Woakes stayed with him until the end, but the pair could not lift the team to a truly competitive total.
Trent Rockets Bowlers Set Up the Victory
The Rockets’ bowling attack laid the foundation for the win with a disciplined performance from start to finish.
Matt Henry made the early breakthrough by dismissing both Philip Salt and Joe Root, ensuring Welsh Fire never settled during the powerplay. His accurate line and length forced the batters into mistakes.
The standout performer with the ball was Mitchell Santner, who controlled the middle phase brilliantly. His wickets of Rachin Ravindra, Jordan Cox, and Marco Jansen halted Welsh Fire’s progress at crucial moments and prevented them from building any significant partnerships.
Mohammad Amir also chipped in with an important wicket, while Lewis Gregory added another to complete an impressive bowling display by Trent Rockets.
Ben Duckett and Tom Banton Finish the Chase in Style
Chasing a modest target, Trent Rockets made a positive start despite losing Finn Allen, who had played an aggressive cameo and provided early momentum. Allen was trapped leg before wicket by Rachin Ravindra, giving Welsh Fire their only breakthrough of the innings.
From that point onward, the chase belonged entirely to Ben Duckett and Tom Banton.
Duckett anchored the innings with remarkable composure, rotating the strike smartly while punishing every loose delivery. He timed the ball beautifully, found the gaps with ease, and reached a well-deserved unbeaten half-century without ever looking under pressure.
At the other end, Tom Banton played the perfect supporting role with an explosive unbeaten knock. He attacked the bowlers from the moment he arrived, smashing boundaries and keeping the required rate well under control.
Their unbeaten partnership completely took the game away from Welsh Fire as Trent Rockets reached the target comfortably with plenty of deliveries remaining.
Welsh Fire’s bowling unit struggled throughout the chase. Apart from Rachin Ravindra’s wicket of Finn Allen, the likes of Chris Woakes, Marco Jansen, Lockie Ferguson, Sam Cook, and Benjamin Kellaway failed to create sustained pressure or trouble the Rockets’ batters.
Ben Duckett Named Player of the Match
Ben Duckett was deservedly named Player of the Match after producing a calm and unbeaten 52 off 45 balls. His mature innings ensured there were no late hiccups during the chase and guided Trent Rockets to a convincing nine-wicket victory.
With this comprehensive win, Trent Rockets showcased their strength in both bowling and batting, while Welsh Fire were left searching for answers after being outplayed in every department.
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