Trent Rockets hand Welsh Fire their first defeat in The Hundred

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Trent Rockets hand Welsh Fire their first defeat in The Hundred
Summary

Trent Rockets defeated Welsh Fire at Sophia Gardens, marking the Fire's first loss of the season. The Rockets successfully chased down a target of 123 runs, finishing with 28 balls to spare. Ben Duckett led the charge with an unbeaten 52 runs, supported by Finn Allen's 33. Welsh Fire struggled with both bat and ball, losing wickets at crucial moments and ending their innings at 122 for 7. The Rockets now improve their record to two wins from three matches, moving up to second place in the standings.

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  • Ben Duckett scores 52 not out for Trent Rockets.
  • Rockets chase down 123 runs with 28 balls to spare.
  • Welsh Fire set a total of 122 runs after losing early wickets.
  • Trent Rockets move to second in the league standings.
  • Finn Allen contributes 33 runs to the Rockets' chase.
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Trent Rockets handed Welsh Fire a first defeat of the season in The Hundred in a one-sided affair at Sophia Gardens.

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