BP vs SRL 24th Match Highlights & Report The Hundred 2026 : Sunrisers Leeds produced a dominant all-round performance to defeat Birmingham Phoenix by 45 runs in the 24th match of The Hundred Men’s Competition 2026. After Birmingham Phoenix won the toss and opted to bowl first, Sunrisers Leeds posted a competitive 169 for 7 from their 100 balls. Birmingham Phoenix struggled throughout the chase and managed only 124 for 8 from their allotted 100 balls.
Ryan Rickelton was the standout performer for Sunrisers Leeds, producing an outstanding 65 from just 37 balls. His aggressive innings included six fours and three sixes and provided the foundation for a challenging total. With the ball, Brydon Carse and Matthew Potts played starring roles, taking three wickets each to dismantle the Birmingham Phoenix batting line-up.
Birmingham Phoenix Opted to Bowl First
Birmingham Phoenix captain Donovan Ferreira won the toss and decided to bowl first, hoping to make early inroads into the Sunrisers Leeds batting order. However, the decision did not produce the desired result as Sunrisers’ top order quickly established control.
Mitchell Marsh provided an aggressive start, scoring 34 from 23 balls with five fours and a six. His attacking approach put pressure on the Birmingham Phoenix bowlers during the opening phase. Ryan Rickelton then took charge and continued the momentum, finding boundaries regularly and keeping the scoring rate high.
Ryan Rickelton Leads Sunrisers Leeds’ Batting Charge
Rickelton was the clear star of the Sunrisers Leeds innings. The wicketkeeper-batter struck 65 from 37 deliveries at a strike rate of 175.68. His innings contained six fours and three sixes, giving Sunrisers Leeds the acceleration they needed during the middle and latter stages.
Rickelton combined effectively with Marsh before continuing to score freely after his partner’s dismissal. His ability to rotate the strike and find boundaries ensured that Birmingham Phoenix could not build sustained pressure.
Harry Brook also made a useful contribution, scoring 19 from 11 balls with two fours and a six. Dan Lawrence added 14 from 12 deliveries, while Matthew Revis made a quick-fire six from just two balls.
Liam Patterson-White remained unbeaten on 10 from six balls, while Matthew Potts finished unbeaten on eight from only three deliveries. Their late contributions helped Sunrisers Leeds reach 169 for 7 from 100 balls.
Birmingham Phoenix Bowlers Struggle to Contain the Batters
Usman Tariq was Birmingham Phoenix’s most successful bowler, claiming two wickets from his 20 balls while conceding 28 runs. He also dismissed Mitchell Marsh and Harry Brook, providing important breakthroughs during the innings.
Chris Wood and Tom Helm picked up one wicket each, while Jordan Thompson also claimed a wicket. However, Birmingham Phoenix struggled to contain the scoring rate, particularly when Rickelton and the lower order accelerated.
Tom Helm finished with figures of one wicket for 25 runs from 20 balls, while Chris Wood conceded 30 runs from 15 deliveries. Despite taking wickets at regular intervals, Birmingham Phoenix allowed Sunrisers Leeds to maintain enough momentum to reach a strong total.
Birmingham Phoenix Struggle in the Chase
Chasing 170 for victory, Birmingham Phoenix needed a strong start, but their innings never gained the required momentum. Mitchell Owen scored 12 from 10 balls before being dismissed, while Will Smeed contributed nine from six deliveries.
Joe Clarke attempted to stabilize the innings with 25 from 22 balls, including three fours and a six. However, Rehan Ahmed was dismissed for a duck, leaving Birmingham Phoenix under increasing pressure.
Sean Dickson provided the best resistance in the middle order, scoring 34 from 27 balls with three fours and a six. However, his dismissal left Birmingham Phoenix needing an unlikely acceleration from the lower order.
Brydon Carse Destroys Birmingham Phoenix’s Middle Order
Brydon Carse was one of the biggest reasons behind Sunrisers Leeds’ victory. The fast bowler delivered an excellent spell, taking three wickets while conceding only 17 runs from his 20 balls.
Carse dismissed Mitchell Owen, Rehan Ahmed and captain Donovan Ferreira, removing three important batters and preventing Birmingham Phoenix from building a partnership. His economy rate of just 0.85 runs per ball highlighted how effectively he controlled the innings.
Matthew Potts was equally impressive, claiming three wickets for 22 runs from his 20 balls. He dismissed Will Smeed, Scott Currie and Tom Helm, ensuring that Birmingham Phoenix’s lower order could not produce a late recovery.
Abrar Ahmed also contributed with the ball, taking one wicket for 19 runs from his 20 deliveries, while Nathan Ellis claimed one wicket for 25 runs.
Jordan Thompson Offers Late Resistance
Jordan Thompson was the final major source of resistance for Birmingham Phoenix. He remained unbeaten on 25 from 19 balls, hitting one four and two sixes.
Thompson attempted to keep the chase alive during the final stages, but the required run rate had already become too high. With wickets falling regularly at the other end, his efforts were not enough to bring Birmingham Phoenix close to the target.
Scott Currie scored five from three balls, while Tom Helm was dismissed without scoring. Chris Wood remained unbeaten on nought as Birmingham Phoenix finished on 124 for 8.
Sunrisers Leeds Complete a Comfortable Victory
Sunrisers Leeds ultimately secured a convincing 45-run victory after defending their total successfully. Their batting unit produced enough runs through the contributions of Rickelton, Marsh and Brook, while their bowlers maintained pressure throughout the Birmingham Phoenix innings.
Carse and Potts were particularly effective, taking six wickets between them. Their combined performance prevented Birmingham Phoenix from developing any substantial partnerships and ensured that the target remained out of reach.
Ryan Rickelton Named Player of the Match
Ryan Rickelton was deservedly named Player of the Match for his match-winning 65 from 37 balls. His six fours and three sixes helped Sunrisers Leeds establish a strong platform before the middle and lower order added valuable runs.
Rickelton’s innings combined aggression with controlled stroke play and proved to be the defining batting performance of the contest. His contribution gave Sunrisers Leeds the advantage before the bowlers completed the job.
Sunrisers Leeds Register a 45-Run Win
Sunrisers Leeds completed a comprehensive 45-run victory over Birmingham Phoenix in the 24th match of The Hundred Men’s Competition 2026. After scoring 169 for 7 from 100 balls, they restricted Birmingham Phoenix to 124 for 8.
Rickelton’s brilliant 65 was the highlight of the Sunrisers Leeds innings, while Brydon Carse and Matthew Potts provided the decisive moments with the ball. Birmingham Phoenix’s middle order struggled to cope with the pressure, and despite late resistance from Jordan Thompson, they were unable to get close to the target.
The victory underlined Sunrisers Leeds’ strength in both batting and bowling, while Birmingham Phoenix will need a much-improved performance with the bat in their upcoming fixtures.
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