The 17th match of The Hundred Men’s Competition 2026 brings Trent Rockets and Sunrisers Leeds together at Trent Bridge, Nottingham. Both sides come into this fixture after winning their previous matches, so this should be an interesting contest between two confident teams.
Match Details
Match: Trent Rockets vs Sunrisers Leeds, 17th Match, The Hundred Men’s Competition 2026
Date: August 2, 2026 | Start: 13:30 GMT | Venue: Trent Bridge, Nottingham
Fantasy focus: recent batting form.
Points Table Situation
Trent Rockets are currently 1st in the supplied table with 12 points from 4 matches, including 3 wins and 1 loss. Their net run rate is +0.924. That is an excellent position and shows why they are one of the strongest sides so far. Sunrisers Leeds have also won their latest match and will enter this fixture with confidence.
The table data also shows how important net run rate can become as the competition develops. Trent Rockets’ positive NRR gives them an extra advantage at the top, while every new win can make the qualification race tighter.
What Happened in the Previous Matches?
Trent Rockets’ latest scorecard featured Finn Allen at his aggressive best. He made 72 from only 35 balls, with 11 fours and 2 sixes, at a strike rate above 200. Sam Billings added 26 from 19 balls, while Mitchell Santner finished unbeaten on 24 from 17. Craig Overton was the standout bowler with 3 wickets for 23 runs from 20 balls.
Sunrisers Leeds also produced a powerful batting display. Mitchell Marsh smashed 63 from 26 balls with 6 fours and 5 sixes. Zak Crawley made an unbeaten 56 from 34 balls and Harry Brook finished unbeaten on 42 from just 17 deliveries. Nathan Ellis took 2 wickets for 32 runs, giving the bowling unit an important contribution.
Key Players for Trent Rockets
Finn Allen is the obvious recent-form batting pick after his 72 off 35. He can score quickly in the Hundred and his boundary-hitting makes him a high-upside fantasy option. Sam Billings brings wicketkeeping points and batting value, while Mitchell Santner can contribute with both bat and ball. Craig Overton is another strong option after taking 3 wickets in the previous game.
Key Players for Sunrisers Leeds
Mitchell Marsh should attract plenty of fantasy attention after his 63 off 26. He offers value because he can contribute in more than one discipline. Harry Brook’s unbeaten 42 from 17 was another excellent attacking innings, while Zak Crawley’s 56 from 34 showed that he can provide stability along with scoring speed. Nathan Ellis is a wicket-taking option after his 2-wicket performance.
Best Fantasy Picks
Wicketkeepers: Ryan Rickelton and Sam Billings are useful choices because both can collect points with the bat as well as behind the stumps.
Batters: Finn Allen, Mitchell Marsh, Zak Crawley and Harry Brook are the main batting names to consider. Their recent scores make them attractive for a fantasy combination.
All-rounders: Mitchell Santner and Mitchell Marsh can offer extra routes to fantasy points. Santner’s recent 24 not out also adds confidence in his current form.
Bowlers: Craig Overton, Nathan Ellis, Matt Henry and Brydon Carse are options. Overton and Ellis have particularly useful recent wicket numbers.
Suggested Fantasy XI
Ryan Rickelton (wk), Finn Allen, Mitchell Marsh, Zak Crawley, Harry Brook, Sam Billings, Mitchell Santner, Craig Overton, Nathan Ellis, Matt Henry, Brydon Carse
Captain: Mitchell Marsh | Vice-Captain: Finn Allen
This is a suggested combination based on the supplied recent scorecards and squad information. Fantasy points can change quickly, so check the confirmed playing XIs and final team news before locking a contest entry.
Captain and Vice-Captain Choices
Mitchell Marsh is a strong captaincy option because of recent impact and the potential to contribute heavily in the fantasy scoring areas. Finn Allen is a suitable vice-captain alternative. Mitchell Marsh, Finn Allen, Harry Brook and Mitchell Santner can also be considered for captain or vice-captain depending on the final XI and match conditions.
Differential Fantasy Picks
If you are making multiple fantasy teams, consider moving away from the most popular combination in one or two versions. Craig Overton and Nathan Ellis can be useful differential bowling choices because wickets can create quick fantasy points. Mitchell Santner is another interesting option because he can contribute in both departments.
Match Strategy for Fantasy Players
The safest approach is to build around players who have multiple ways to score fantasy points. Top-order batters can benefit from the short innings format, while wicket-taking bowlers can make a difference even if they concede runs. All-rounders are valuable because their points do not depend on only one skill.
For smaller contests, a balanced XI with several high-involvement players can be sensible. For larger contests, a different captain or one lower-owned player can make the team more unique. Avoid selecting a player only because of reputation; recent role, batting position and confirmed participation matter more.
Final Match Preview
Both sides have reasons to be positive. Trent Rockets have the stronger table position in the supplied standings and have already collected 12 points from four games. Sunrisers Leeds come into the game after an excellent batting display, with Marsh, Crawley and Brook all producing useful scores.
The biggest fantasy battle could come down to whether Trent Rockets’ aggressive batting can continue against a Sunrisers Leeds attack that includes Nathan Ellis and Brydon Carse. At the other end, Sunrisers Leeds’ top order will face a Trent Rockets bowling group that recently received a three-wicket performance from Craig Overton.
Important Fantasy Note
The fantasy XI above is for analysis and entertainment, not a guarantee of points or winnings. Check the toss, confirmed playing XI, batting order and any last-minute team news before submitting your final fantasy team.