The Hundred Men’s 2025 | Match - 23, OVI vs TRT | Fantasy Tips, Prediction & Preview

Oval Invincibles will lock horns with Trent Rockets in match 23 of The Hundred Men’s 2025 at Kennington Oval in London. The Invincibles sit at the top of the table with 12 points and a dominant net run rate of +2.752, while the Rockets are close behind in second place, also on 12 points but with a lower net run rate of +0.407. 

Oval Invincibles have been the team to beat this season, combining explosive batting with disciplined bowling. With 3 wins from 4 matches, they’ve shown great consistency and currently enjoy the cushion of a strong net run rate. In their last outing, the Invincibles outclassed Welsh Fire with an all-round display, reflecting both depth in their squad and tactical sharpness. Backed by in-form players and momentum on their side, they look determined to extend their dominance.

On the other hand, Trent Rockets are right on the heels of the Invincibles, matching them on points and proving themselves as one of the most balanced units in the competition. They have managed to grind out wins even under pressure, which highlights their resilience. In the last game, the Rockets showcased nerves of steel by edging past Southern Brave in a close finish, a result that underlined their ability to win tight contests. With their batting stars firing and bowlers stepping up at crucial moments, the Rockets will be eyeing the top spot with confidence.

Match Timings

Match Toss Time - 10:30 PM IST (05:00 PM GMT)

Match Start Time - 11:00 PM IST (05:30 PM GMT)

Match Venue - Kennington Oval, London

Head to Head

Matches Played - 04

Oval Invincibles won - 02           Trent Rockets won - 02

Last 5 meetings

Oval Invincibles won - 02           Trent Rockets won - 02

Pitch Report

The Kennington Oval in London usually provides a batting-friendly surface with true bounce, making it ideal for stroke play. Fast bowlers can get some movement early on, while spinners may find assistance as the pitch wears during the game.

Weather Report

The weather forecast in London is expected to be mostly cloudy. There are 20% chances of rain during the game. The temperature is expected to be around 20 degree celsius with humidity likely to be around 53%.

Probable Playing XI  

Oval Invincibles (OVI) - Will Jacks, Tawanda Muyeye, Jordan Cox, Sam Curran, Donovan Ferreira, Tom Curran, Sam Billings(c & wk), Rashid Khan, Gus Atkinson, Saqib Mahmood, Jason Behrendorff 

Trent Rockets (TRT) - Tom Banton(wk), Joe Root, Rehan Ahmed, Max Holden, Marcus Stoinis, David Willey(c), Tom Moores, Adam Hose, Calvin Harrison, Lockie Ferguson, Callum Parkinson

Must Picks

OVI - Sam Curran, Rashid Khan

TRT - Joe Root, Marcus Stoinis

OVI vs TRT Fantasy Team

Wicket-Keeper : Sam Billings, Tom Banton

Batters : Will Jacks, Jordan Cox, Joe Root, Max Holden

All-rounder : Sam Curran, Marcus Stoinis

Bowlers : Rashid Khan, Lockie Ferguson, Jason Behrendorff 

Captain and Vice-Captain picks

Captain : Sam Curran

Vice-Captain : Joe Root

Prediction

Oval Invincibles enter this clash as the table-toppers, showcasing strong all-round depth with Sam Curran and Rashid Khan leading the charge. Trent Rockets, however, are close behind and have match-winners like Joe Root and Marcus Stoinis who can change the game anytime. Considering recent form and balance, Oval Invincibles hold a slight edge and are favourites to win this clash.

Sportco predicts Oval Invincibles to beat Trent Rockets in match 23 of The Hundred Men’s 2025.

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