In this Manchester Super Giants vs Trent Rockets match prediction, Trent Rockets enter the Final as the slight favourites, carrying a 53% win probability against MSG’s 47%. The Rockets’ dominant head-to-head record, five wins from six meetings, and their consistent top-four form make them the team to beat at Lord’s. That said, MSG arrive on a four-match winning streak, powered by a disciplined bowling unit and timely batting contributions. This preview covers the pitch and weather report, playing XI considerations, team form, and fantasy cricket tips to help you get ready for what promises to be a gripping Hundred Final.
Manchester Super Giants vs Trent Rockets Match Details
Match | Manchester Super Giants vs Trent Rockets | Final | The Hundred Men’s Competition |
Date | 16/08/2026 (Sunday) |
Time | BDT 11:00 PM / PKT 10:00 PM / INR 10:30 PM |
Format | The Hundred |
Venue | Lord’s, London |
Recent Performance | Manchester Super Giants – L W W W W Trent Rockets – W W W W L |
MSG vs TR The Hundred 2026: Live Streaming & Broadcast Info
Lord’s, London
Coverage of the Hundred Final is widely available across South Asia, Europe, Australasia, and North America — catch the action on your preferred platform below.
- Pakistan: Tapmad (Live Streaming)
- India: Sony Sports Network (Sony Sports 1, Sony Sports 3); Live Streaming on SonyLIV and FanCode
- Bangladesh: Sony Sports Network
- United Kingdom: Sky Sports (Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Cricket); Free-to-air on BBC Two; Live streaming on BBC iPlayer
- USA & Canada: Willow TV
- Australia & New Zealand: Fox Sports (TV), Kayo Sports (Live Streaming) | New Zealand: Sky Sport NZ
- Sri Lanka: Sony Sports Network
- Nepal: Sony Sports Network
- MENA: Cricbuzz TV
- Worldwide: Matches available via Sports Live Hub for global streaming access across regions.
Manchester Super Giants vs Trent Rockets Toss Prediction
Manchester Super Giants are predicted to win the toss and choose to bat first at Lord’s. With dew likely to settle under the London floodlights, chasing becomes a trickier proposition as the evening progresses. The pitch’s true bounce and even carry also favour setting a target early, making the bat-first call the logical choice if MSG call it right.
Lord’s, London Pitch Report
Lord’s offers a traditionally balanced surface that rewards both disciplined batting and disciplined bowling in equal measure. The pitch in this Hundred Final is expected to provide true bounce with some early movement for the quicks. Batters who spend a few deliveries in the middle tend to cash in, scores in the 160–180 range are typical here, though big hitting from power hitters can push the total higher. The famous slope at Lord’s adds an extra layer of challenge for both seamers and batters unfamiliar with its subtle angle.
Weather Report
Conditions at Lord’s on the evening of August 16 are forecast to be mild with temperatures in the low-to-mid teens Celsius. Dew is expected to be a factor as the match progresses into the second half, which could slightly ease the task for the chasing team, though not dramatically. There is no significant rain threat at the time of writing, so a full 100-ball contest is anticipated. Both captains will factor dew into their toss decisions.
MSG vs TR Head-to-Head Records
Matches Played | 6 |
MSG Won | 1 |
TR Won | 5 |
Tied | 0 |
No Result | 0 |
First-ever Fixture | August 15, 2021 |
Most-recent Fixture | July 31, 2026 |
Manchester Super Giants vs Trent Rockets Team Preview & Squads
Manchester Super Giants
Jos Buttler brings elite captaincy experience to a team that has quietly built momentum over four consecutive wins. His ability to read the game and rotate the batting order under pressure is crucial in a knockout fixture, and a Lord’s Final is as high-pressure as it gets. Buttler’s own batting remains a key multiplier; when he fires at the top, Super Giants become a different proposition entirely.
The MSG batting structure leans heavily on Paul Walter’s ability to anchor or accelerate depending on match context, while Tim Seifert provides the big-hitting threat that every Hundred side needs in the back eight. Leus du Plooy adds solidity in the middle order, and the presence of Heinrich Klaasen gives MSG a devastating finisher if the top order sets the platform.
In this MSG vs TR preview, the bowling department deserves special attention. Josh Tongue, the Eliminator Player of the Match with figures of 4/26, is in the form of his life and poses a genuine threat at the top of the innings. Liam Dawson’s left-arm spin brings control and the ability to dry up runs in the middle phase, while Noor Ahmad adds a second spin option that can bamboozle aggressive batters.
Manchester Super Giants Squad:
Manchester Super Giants Squad
Jos Buttler, Gus Atkinson, Sonny Baker, Michael Bracewell, Liam Dawson, Leus du Plooy, Adam Finch, Tom Hartley, Max Holden, Heinrich Klaasen, Tom Moores, Tawanda Muyeye, Noor Ahmad, James Sales, George Scrimshaw, Tim Seifert, Josh Tongue, Paul Walter
Trent Rockets
Sam Billings captains a Trent Rockets side with a formidable winning culture, four wins from their last five matches, and a head-to-head record over MSG that speaks for itself. Billings is a shrewd tactician who gets the best from his multi-skilled squad, and his batting in the middle order adds an important dimension when the top order wobbles.
Finn Allen’s destructive opening approach sets the tone for the Rockets’ batting innings. When Allen clicks, games are effectively won by the 30th ball. Aneurin Donald, the predicted top run-scorer and Player of the Match for this fixture, provides the kind of explosive middle-order firepower that can change the complexion of a Final in a single over. Ben Duckett and Tim David add further depth that very few Hundred sides can match.
Mitchell Santner is the cornerstone of the Trent Rockets bowling effort, his left-arm spin is both economical and wicket-taking, and in this high-voltage game his ability to build pressure in the middle phase could prove decisive. Calvin Harrison’s pace at the death has been a consistent weapon throughout the tournament, and Matt Henry provides the new-ball swing that makes the Rockets a genuinely balanced side.
Trent Rockets Squad:
Trent Rockets Squad
Sam Billings, Finn Allen, Danny Briggs, Tim David, Aneurin Donald, Ben Duckett, Lewis Gregory, Calvin Harrison, Matt Henry, Louis Kimber, Ben Mayes, Matt Milnes, Mohammad Amir, Dan Mousley, Craig Overton, Ben Raine, Ben Sanderson, Mitchell Santner
MSG vs TR Prediction
Event | Manchester Super Giants | Trent Rockets |
Toss Winner | Manchester Super Giants | – |
Player of the Match | – | Aneurin Donald |
Top Run Scorer | Tim Seifert | Aneurin Donald |
Top Wicket Taker | Liam Dawson | Mitchell Santner |
Most Sixes | Tim Seifert | Aneurin Donald |
Predicted Score | 150+ | 160+ |
Win Probability | 47% | 53% |
Manchester Super Giants vs Trent Rockets Winning Prediction
Trent Rockets are our predicted winners of the 2026 Hundred Final, with a 53% win probability edge over Manchester Super Giants. The Rockets’ superior head-to-head record, the potential match-winning brilliance of Aneurin Donald, and Mitchell Santner’s stranglehold in the middle overs make them the marginally stronger side on paper. That said, Josh Tongue’s form and MSG’s winning momentum make this anything but a foregone conclusion. Who do you think will lift the trophy at Lord’s? Follow JeetBuzz for live updates, in-depth stats, and post-match analysis throughout the Final.
FAQ: The Hundred Men’s Competition 2026 Final
Q: What time does the MSG vs TR Hundred Final start in India?
A: The match begins at 10:30 PM IST on August 16, 2026.
Q: Where can fans in Bangladesh watch the Hundred Final live?
A: The match is available to stream live on Sports Live Hub (SLH)..
Q: Who is the predicted Player of the Match in the 2026 Hundred Final?
A: Aneurin Donald of Trent Rockets is tipped as the predicted Player of the Match.
Disclaimer: This cricket prediction reflects the author’s personal insights and analysis. We encourage readers to review the points shared and draw their own conclusions.