The Hundred Women’s 2026 competition continues to heat up as Birmingham Phoenix and Southern Brave achieved significant victories in their latest matches. Following these games, the points table has seen some shifts, particularly at the top, where Southern Brave remains undefeated.
After their recent match against Welsh Fire, Birmingham Phoenix secured a thrilling victory, chasing down a target of 145 runs. Welsh Fire batted first, setting a competitive score of 144 runs for the loss of three wickets. Georgia Voll was the standout performer for Welsh Fire, scoring an impressive 78 runs off 55 balls, which included nine fours and two sixes. Captain Sophie Devine also contributed with a solid 35 runs off 19 balls, helping to propel the team to a respectable total at Edgbaston.
In response, Birmingham Phoenix faced early challenges as they lost both openers within the first 28 balls, with the score at just 35 runs. However, a crucial partnership between Alice Capsey and captain Ellyse Perry turned the game around. The duo added 86 runs for the third wicket, with Capsey scoring 51 off 29 balls. Perry's unbeaten knock of 68 runs off 46 balls included a dramatic finish where she hit a six and a four in the final three balls, sealing the victory for Phoenix on the penultimate delivery. Perry's outstanding performance earned her the Player of the Match accolade.
Meanwhile, Southern Brave continued their dominant form by defeating London Spirit in their match. London Spirit struggled to establish momentum, losing wickets at regular intervals and managing only 114 runs. Nadine de Klerk and Marizanne Kapp were the only batters to reach double figures, scoring 38 and 34 runs, respectively, as the team failed to build a substantial innings.
In contrast, Southern Brave's chase was marked by resilience despite a shaky start. Key contributions from Maia Bouchier, who scored 46 runs, and captain Sophie Molineux, who added 23 runs, helped the team secure their fifth consecutive win of the season. Molineux also shone with the ball, taking three wickets for just seven runs, earning her the Player of the Match award for her all-round performance.
As the tournament progresses, the current points table reflects the competitive nature of The Hundred Women’s 2026. Southern Brave leads the standings with five wins from five matches, accumulating 20 points and a net run rate of +0.490. Trent Rockets follow in second place with three wins from four matches, while Manchester Super Giants sit in third with two wins. Birmingham Phoenix's recent victory has lifted them to fifth place, alongside Welsh Fire, who have struggled with consistency.
The updated standings after these matches are as follows:
1. Southern Brave: 5 matches, 5 wins, 20 points, NRR +0.490
2. Trent Rockets: 4 matches, 3 wins, 12 points, NRR +2.076
3. Manchester Super Giants: 4 matches, 2 wins, 10 points, NRR +0.711
4. London Spirit: 4 matches, 1 win, 6 points, NRR -0.833
5. Birmingham Phoenix: 4 matches, 1 win, 6 points, NRR -2.184
6. Sunrisers Leeds: 3 matches, 1 win, 4 points, NRR +0.469
7. Welsh Fire: 4 matches, 1 win, 4 points, NRR +0.294
8. MI London: 4 matches, 0 wins, 2 points, NRR -1.379
With the tournament still in its early stages, teams will be looking to build momentum as they aim for a place in the playoffs. The Hundred Women’s 2026 promises to deliver more exciting cricket in the coming weeks.
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