Women's Hundred 2026 playoff race heats up as Southern Brave and Trent Rockets clinch top spots

In the 2026 Women's Hundred, Southern Brave sit second on the points table with 20 points, level with the leaders after five wins from six matches. Their next fixture, Match 26 against Manchester Super Giants, is set for 8 August at the Rose Bowl in Southampton and will be pivotal for the playoff race.

Meanwhile, Trent Rockets secured a top‑three finish with a six‑wicket victory over Birmingham Phoenix. Kim Garth claimed four wickets for 23 runs, and Sophia Dunkley recorded a third consecutive half‑century, guiding the Rockets to the win. The result further tightens the competition as the season approaches its climax.

Both matches feature a mix of international talent, including Australian all‑rounder Kim Garth and England’s Sophie Luff, highlighting the league’s growing profile ahead of the postseason.