Southern Brave secures first win in The Hundred after tight finish
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 9:12 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026

Southern Brave men's team achieved a vital victory in The Hundred, defending a target of 128 against Birmingham Phoenix in a thrilling conclusion. The match saw dramatic shifts in momentum, with Jofra Archer, Chris Jordan, and Luke Wood playing key roles in the final moments. The crowd's energy transformed as Brave held off Phoenix's late challenge. This win keeps Southern Brave alive in the tournament amid intense competition.
- •Southern Brave scored 128 runs in their innings.
- •Key contributions came from Jofra Archer, Chris Jordan, and Luke Wood.
- •The match was played in front of a lively crowd.
- •Birmingham Phoenix attempted a late chase.
- •Southern Brave remains in contention in The Hundred tournament.
"Southern Brave men's team are alive in The Hundred after a desperate scramble to defend just 128 against Birmingham Phoenix in front of a crowd that flipped from subdued to raucous as Jofra Archer, Chris Jordan and Luke Wood clinched it at the death.
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