Finn Allen scores 72 as Rockets defeat Super Giants in The Hundred
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 8:35 PM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Finn Allen scored an unbeaten 72 runs as the Trent Rockets secured a six-wicket victory over the Manchester Super Giants at Old Trafford. The Rockets chased down a target of 138 runs with 13 balls remaining, moving to the top of The Hundred standings. Jos Buttler led the Super Giants with an unbeaten 55, contributing to a total of 137-3. The Rockets' win marks a key shift in the league dynamics, vaulting them ahead of the Super Giants, who drop to second place. This performance showcases Allen's valuable contribution to the Rockets as they aim to maintain their lead in the competition.
- •Rockets chase 138, finishing on 140-4 in 87 balls.
- •Allen hit 11 fours and two sixes in his innings.
- •Buttler's 55 runs helped Super Giants set 137-3.
- •Rockets leap to first place, four points clear of Super Giants.
- •The match took place on July 31, 2026, at Old Trafford.
- 8:35 PMBBC Sport — Allen sends Rockets top with win over Super Giants
"Trent Rockets came out victorious in a top of the table clash against Manchester Super Giants at Old Trafford after a masterful unbeaten knock of 72 from 35 balls from Kiwi star Finn Allen saw them chase down a target of 138 with 13 balls to spare.
"Finn Allen strikes an unbeaten 72 as Trent Rockets beat Manchester Super Giants by six wickets to leapfrog their opponents and move top of the Hundred table.
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External links- BBC SportJul 31, 2026, 8:35 PMAllen sends Rockets top with win over Super Giants
Finn Allen strikes an unbeaten 72 as Trent Rockets beat Manchester Super Giants by six wickets to leapfrog their opponents and move top of the Hundred table.
- Sky Sports—Rockets blast past Super Giants to top of Hundred standings
Trent Rockets came out victorious in a top of the table clash against Manchester Super Giants at Old Trafford after a masterful unbeaten knock of 72 from 35 balls from Kiwi star Finn Allen saw them chase down a target of 138 with 13 balls to spare.
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