The Hundred Women's 2026 continues to unfold with thrilling matches, and recent games have significantly altered the points table. The latest updates come after the Trent Rockets edged past Sunrisers Leeds, while the Manchester Super Giants delivered a dominant performance against MI London. These results have set the stage for an exciting remainder of the tournament.
As of now, the Southern Brave lead the points table with an impressive record of five wins from five matches, accumulating a total of 20 points and a net run rate of 0.490. Following closely behind are the Trent Rockets, who have won four out of five matches, securing 16 points and boasting a remarkable net run rate of 1.671. The Manchester Super Giants sit in third place with three wins from five matches, totaling 14 points and a net run rate of 1.043.
In the match between the Trent Rockets and Sunrisers Leeds, the Rockets faced an early setback with the dismissal of Beth Mooney. However, a crucial partnership of 76 runs between Sophia Dunkley and Nat Sciver-Brunt helped stabilize the innings. Dunkley was particularly impressive, scoring 56 runs off just 33 balls, while Sciver-Brunt contributed 33 runs from 25 balls. The Rockets managed to post a total of 139 runs for the loss of seven wickets. On the bowling front, Jess Jonassen, Hannah Baker, and Annabel Sutherland each took two wickets, creating pressure on the Rockets.
The Sunrisers Leeds, in response, struggled to accelerate their scoring despite several batters getting off to decent starts. Annabel Sutherland's unbeaten 59 runs from 30 balls was the standout performance, but the team ultimately fell short, unable to convert their starts into substantial contributions. This defeat marked the Sunrisers' third consecutive loss, a worrying trend as they aim to turn their fortunes around.
Meanwhile, MI London faced a dismal outing against the Manchester Super Giants, being bowled out for just 92 runs. The team could not manage to last the full 100 deliveries, with openers Hayley Matthews and Alice Davidson-Richards both dismissed for ducks. Kira Chathli was the top scorer for MI London with a mere 18 runs, highlighting the team's struggles. On the bowling side, Ryana MacDonald-Gay was the star for the Super Giants, claiming three wickets for just 19 runs.
The Manchester Super Giants made quick work of the chase, with openers Smriti Mandhana and Meg Lanning putting together a solid partnership of 73 runs off 53 balls. This strong start set the tone for an easy victory, as the Super Giants reached their target comfortably, marking their third win of the season. Amelia Kerr and Kirstie Gordon contributed with two wickets each for the Super Giants, showcasing their bowling depth.
As the tournament progresses, the competition remains fierce, with teams vying for crucial points to secure their spots in the playoffs. The Hundred Women's 2026 has already delivered exciting cricket, and fans can expect more thrilling encounters as the season unfolds.
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