TRT-W vs BPH-W 31st Match Preview: The Hundred Women’s Competition 2025 is entering its decisive phase, and Match 31 will witness Trent Rockets Women (TRTW) take on Birmingham Phoenix Women (BPH-W) at Trent Bridge, Nottingham, on August 27, 2025.
With the Rockets pushing for a higher spot in the table and Phoenix desperate to salvage pride, this promises to be a competitive battle under the lights.
Here’s a detailed preview of TRT-W vs BPH-W 31st Match 2025, including date, venue, team news, pitch report, key players, weather, and winning prediction.
Match Details – TRT-W vs BPH-W, 31st Match, 2025
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Trent Rockets Women vs Birmingham Phoenix Women, 31st Match |
| Date | 27 August 2025 |
| Time | 19:30 IST |
| Venue | Trent Bridge, Nottingham |
| Live Streaming | FanCode |
| Format | T20 |
TRT-W vs BPH-W 31st Match Preview and Team Analysis
Trent Rockets Women
Trent Rockets Women are building momentum with three wins in their last five games. Sitting 5th on the table with a positive NRR (+0.080), they remain in the playoff hunt.
Nat Sciver-Brunt and Ashleigh Gardner have been their standout performers—Sciver with 298 runs at a strike rate of 142.58, and Gardner excelling as a true all-rounder with 258 runs and 12 wickets. Spinner Kirstie Gordon and leggie Alana King add control in the bowling department.
The Rockets’ balanced unit, backed by recent victories, makes them strong contenders at home.
Key Players (TRT-W): Nat Sciver-Brunt, Ashleigh Gardner, Kirstie Gordon, Heather Graham
Predicted Playing XI (TRT-W):
Bryony Smith, Grace Scrivens, Nat Sciver-Brunt (c), Ashleigh Gardner, Heather Graham, Alana King, Jodi Grewcock, Eleanor Threlkeld, Kirstie Gordon, Cassidy McCarthy, Alexa Stonehouse
Birmingham Phoenix Women
Birmingham Phoenix Women have endured a tough season, sitting 7th with just 2 wins in 7 games. Their inconsistency is highlighted by a poor NRR of -1.233.
Despite the struggles, Sterre Kalis (258 runs at avg 43) and skipper Ellyse Perry (245 runs at 30.63 avg) remain reliable batting options. In bowling, Emily Arlott (15 wickets) and Megan Schutt (10 wickets) have been the standout performers.
For Phoenix, consistency in both departments will be key if they want to challenge the Rockets at Nottingham.
Key Players (BPH-W): Sterre Kalis, Ellyse Perry, Emily Arlott, Megan Schutt
Predicted Playing XI (BPH-W):
Ellyse Perry (c), Georgia Voll, Emma Lamb, Amy Jones (wk), Megan Schutt, Emily Arlott, Hannah Baker, Georgie Boyce, Sterre Kalis, Marie Kelly, Bethan Ellis
TRT-W vs BPH-W: Pitch and Weather Report
Trent Bridge Pitch Report
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Surface: Balanced with early swing for pacers, easier for batting under lights
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Batting Conditions: Moderate scoring, stroke play improves later
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Pace Bowling: Early movement, crucial first powerplay
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Spin Bowling: Average turn, role in middle overs
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Toss Prediction: Bowl first (teams chasing have better record here)
Weather Forecast – August 27
The weather at Nottingham is expected to be mostly cloudy but dry, ensuring a full game. Temperatures will hover between 13°C and 19°C, with mild winds from the south.
| Time | Temp | Rain | Wind | Cloud Cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 PM | 16°C | 0% | 10 km/h | 40% |
| 06 PM | 20°C | 0% | 12 km/h | 30% |
| 09 PM | 22°C | 0% | 16 km/h | 25% |
TRT-W vs BPH-W Today’s 31st Match Prediction
With a stronger form, a positive NRR, and the home advantage at Trent Bridge, Trent Rockets Women enter as favorites. Birmingham Phoenix Women will rely on Perry and Kalis to turn things around, but unless their bowlers deliver collectively, the Rockets are likely to dominate.
Prediction: Trent Rockets Women to win against Birmingham Phoenix Women in Match 31 of The Hundred Women’s 2025.
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