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All-Round Kathryn Bryce Powers Manchester Originals to Dominant 10-Wicket Win Over Trent Rockets
Bryce Shines With Bat and Ball
Manchester Originals produced a commanding display to crush Trent Rockets by 10 wickets in The Hundred 2025 clash at Trent Bridge on Tuesday. Kathryn Bryce stole the spotlight with a brilliant all-round performance, first taking 2 for 19 with the ball before anchoring the chase with an unbeaten 61 off 45 balls. Her efforts, alongside Beth Mooney’s composed 47*, helped Originals chase down the modest 112-run target with 18 deliveries to spare.
The result further strengthens Manchester Originals’ campaign, while Trent Rockets were left ruing another collapse in the latter half of their innings.
Trent Rockets Falter After Steady Start
Sciver-Brunt Leads Early Momentum
Put into bat first, the Trent Rockets started well as Nat Sciver-Brunt scored a brisk 34 off 26 deliveries. She was well supported by Bryony Smith, Natasha Wraith, and skipper Ash Gardner, who kept the scoreboard moving.
At 94 for 3 after 76 balls, Rockets looked primed for a late onslaught. However, their innings unraveled dramatically after Gardner’s dismissal.
Lower-Order Collapse
Lauren Filer’s breakthrough sparked a collapse as Rockets’ lower order struggled against tight bowling. Sophie Ecclestone bowled a miserly spell, giving away just 12 runs, while Amelia Kerr and Bryce maintained pressure with disciplined lines. Attempts to clear the fielders only resulted in wickets, and the Rockets managed just 17 runs in the last 24 balls, finishing at 111/7 in 100 balls.
Ecclestone’s miserly spell earned her the Player of the Match award, highlighting her impact in the middle overs.
Mooney and Bryce Seal the Chase
Partnership of Class and Composure
The chase was a clinical effort by Manchester Originals’ opening pair. Beth Mooney rotated strike with precision while Bryce accelerated at the right moments, ensuring the required run rate remained under control.
The duo put together an unbroken 113-run stand, frustrating the Rockets bowlers with smart running and timely boundaries.
Bryce Takes Charge in the Endgame
As victory drew closer, Bryce shifted gears, striking four boundaries in seven balls off Ash Gardner and Kirstie Gordon to put the game beyond reach. She sealed the win in style with her eighth four of the innings, cutting Heather Graham to deep square leg.
This dominant partnership not only gave Originals a vital win but also sent a strong message to the rest of the competition.
Brief Scores
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Trent Rockets: 111/7 in 100 balls (Nat Sciver-Brunt 34; Lauren Filer 3-23, Sophie Ecclestone 2-12, Kathryn Bryce 2-19)
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Manchester Originals: 113/0 in 82 balls (Kathryn Bryce 61*, Beth Mooney 47*)
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Result: Manchester Originals won by 10 wickets
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