The Birmingham Phoenix are in great form as they prepare to face the Trent Rockets in The Hundred 2024. With back-to-back wins against strong teams like Northern Superchargers and Welsh Fire, Phoenix are on a roll. Their opening pair, Ben Duckett and skipper Moeen Ali, have been crucial in setting the tone for these victories, putting the opposition under early pressure.
On the other hand, the Trent Rockets have struggled recently, losing three of their last four matches. They need a win to stay in the hunt for a top-three spot. The Rockets’ middle order has been a concern, and they will need to step up, especially against Birmingham’s strong pace attack led by Tim Southee, Adam Milne, and Sean Abbott.
Key Players for Dream11 Team:
- Ben Duckett: In excellent form, crucial for Birmingham Phoenix at the top.
- Moeen Ali (c): Provides stability and firepower as an opener and captain.
- Tom Banton: Key batsman for Trent Rockets, capable of big scores.
- Rashid Khan (vc): Dangerous with the ball and handy with the bat.
- Sean Abbott: Consistent wicket-taker, vital for Birmingham’s pace attack.
Probable Playing XIs:
- Birmingham Phoenix: Ben Duckett, Moeen Ali (c), Jamie Smith (w), Liam Livingstone, Dan Mousley, Jacob Bethell, Benny Howell, Sean Abbott, Adam Milne, Tim Southee, Chris Wood
- Trent Rockets: Tom Banton (w), Adam Lyth, Alex Hales, Joe Root, Rovman Powell, Imad Wasim, Lewis Gregory (c), Rashid Khan, John Turner, Luke Wood, Sam Cook
Dream11 Team Suggestion:
- Captain: Moeen Ali
- Vice-Captain: Rashid Khan
Dream11 Team:
- Ben Duckett
- Moeen Ali (c)
- Tom Banton
- Jamie Smith
- Rovman Powell
- Rashid Khan (vc)
- Jacob Bethell
- Sean Abbott
- Adam Milne
- John Turner
- Sam Cook
This match at Edgbaston promises to be a thrilling encounter, and the Dream11 picks above could give you an edge in your fantasy league.