Tom Moores hits consecutive sixes as Manchester defeats Birmingham
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 2:30 AM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
In The Hundred at Old Trafford on July 27, Tom Moores hit consecutive sixes off Usman Tariq as Manchester Super Giants scored 187 runs. Birmingham Phoenix struggled to chase down the target, ultimately falling short by 87 runs. Tariq went wicketless during the innings, continuing a challenging run amid scrutiny over his bowling action, which has faced allegations of being illegal. Jos Buttler contributed a solid performance for Manchester, and the victory marked their second consecutive win in the tournament.
- •Tom Moores struck back-to-back sixes off Usman Tariq.
- •Manchester posted 187 runs, Birmingham scored 100 in response.
- •Tariq's bowling action remains controversial and under scrutiny.
- •Jos Buttler anchored Manchester's innings and was named Player of the Match.
- 2:30 AMYahoo Sports — Tom Moores smashes Usman Tariq for back-to-back sixes as controversial Pakistan spinner goes wicketless in The Hundred defeat
"Manchester Super Giants batter Tom Moores hit Usman Tariq for consecutive sixes in The Hundred, defeating Birmingham Phoenix by 87 runs.
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