Two of the top teams in The Hundred Women 2026 will face off when Manchester Super Giants Women take on Trent Rockets Women in Match 14 at Old Trafford, Manchester, on Friday, July 31, 2026. With both teams enjoying strong starts to the season, fans can expect a closely contested encounter between two title contenders.
Manchester Super Giants enter the match unbeaten, while Trent Rockets will be full of confidence after a dominant victory in their previous game. Here is the complete Manchester Super Giants Women vs Trent Rockets Women prediction, along with the probable lineups and match preview.
Match Details
- Match: Manchester Super Giants Women vs Trent Rockets Women (Match 14)
- Venue: Old Trafford, Manchester
- Date: Friday, July 31, 2026
Manchester Super Giants Women Preview
Manchester Super Giants Women have enjoyed an impressive campaign so far. They sit second in the standings with 10 points from three matches, registering two wins while one game ended without a result.
The biggest reason behind their success has been the outstanding form of Smriti Mandhana. The Indian opener has scored 105 runs in just two innings at an impressive strike rate of 164.06. Her unbeaten 88 off 50 balls in the previous match proved to be one of the best innings of the tournament so far.
The bowling attack has also delivered consistently. Ryana MacDonald-Gay and Kathryn Bryce have provided control with the new ball, while world class spinner Sophie Ecclestone remains the team’s biggest weapon during the middle overs.
Manchester Super Giants Women Playing XI
- Smriti Mandhana
- Meg Lanning (c)
- Grace Scrivens
- Paige Scholfield
- Richa Ghosh (wk)
- Mady Villiers
- Kathryn Bryce
- Maitlan Brown
- Ryana MacDonald-Gay
- Sophie Ecclestone
- Grace Ballinger
Trent Rockets Women Preview
Trent Rockets Women are currently third on the points table with 8 points and come into this fixture after an impressive eight-wicket win over Welsh Fire Women.
Their batting lineup features several experienced international stars. Beth Mooney is coming off a brilliant 57 off 35 balls, while Sophia Dunkley and Nat Sciver-Brunt add depth and power at the top of the order. Captain Ashleigh Gardner provides balance with both bat and ball.
The Rockets also possess a quality spin attack led by Gardner and Samantha Bates, who have regularly picked up wickets during the middle phase of matches.
Trent Rockets Women Playing XI
- Sophia Dunkley
- Beth Mooney (wk)
- Nat Sciver-Brunt
- Ashleigh Gardner (c)
- Heather Graham
- Katie George
- Georgia Elwiss
- Alana King
- Grace Potts
- Samantha Bates
- Kirstie Gordon
Pitch Report
Old Trafford generally offers good bounce and carry, allowing batters to play their shots once they settle in. The average first innings score is around 147, while teams batting second average 134.
Captains may prefer to bat first after winning the toss and post a challenging total, although both teams have shown they can chase effectively.
Head-to-Head Record
The two teams have met five times in The Hundred.
- Matches Played: 5
- Manchester Super Giants Wins: 3
- Trent Rockets Wins: 2
The record suggests a closely fought rivalry, with Manchester holding a slight advantage.
Manchester Super Giants Women vs Trent Rockets Women Prediction
The Manchester Super Giants Women vs Trent Rockets Women prediction points towards an exciting contest between two balanced squads.
Trent Rockets have match winners like Beth Mooney, Nat Sciver-Brunt, and Ashleigh Gardner, but Manchester Super Giants appear to have a slight edge. Home conditions at Old Trafford and the outstanding form of Smriti Mandhana could prove decisive.
Prediction: Manchester Super Giants Women to win in a closely fought match. Their strong batting lineup, experienced bowling attack, and unbeaten momentum make them slight favorites heading into this top of the table clash.
