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Superchargers Crush Phoenix as Litchfield’s Brilliance Secures Top Spot in The Hundred
Northern Superchargers Dominate Birmingham Phoenix at Headingley
The Northern Superchargers women’s team delivered a clinical performance at Headingley to hand Birmingham Phoenix their third consecutive defeat in The Hundred 2025. Phoebe Litchfield’s unbeaten 59 powered the Superchargers to an emphatic eight-wicket win, chasing down 116 in just 74 balls. The result not only condemned Phoenix to the bottom half of the table but also propelled Superchargers to the top of the standings.
Birmingham Phoenix Falter with the Bat
Phoenix began with promise as Georgia Voll struck four boundaries in a quick-fire 17. However, her dismissal to Linsey Smith triggered a collapse. Marie Kelly (20 off 14) looked set before falling to Smith as well, while skipper Ellyse Perry’s run-out deepened the crisis. Amy Jones and Ailsa Lister contributed just one apiece, leaving Phoenix reeling.
Middle-Order Collapse Hurts Phoenix
The visitors lost five wickets for just 16 runs, slipping from a decent position into deep trouble. Sterre Kalis (24* off 30) and Em Arlott (32* off 25) showed resilience with a gritty 57-run unbeaten stand for the seventh wicket. Despite their efforts, Phoenix could only muster 116/6 in their 100-ball quota, a total far from competitive.
Phoebe Litchfield’s Batting Masterclass
Chasing a modest target, the Superchargers got off to a bright start through Davina Perrin, who hit a four and a six in her 14-run cameo. Once Perrin fell to Arlott, Litchfield walked in and completely shifted gears.
The Australian left-hander was in sublime touch, smashing 11 boundaries in just 28 balls. She showcased aggressive intent from the start, taking apart Hannah Baker and Emma Lamb, who struggled to contain her fluency.
Partnerships Seal the Win
Litchfield first stitched a 32-run stand with Alice Davidson-Richards before adding an unbroken 58 with fellow Aussie Annabel Sutherland (20* off 13). The partnership ensured the Superchargers crossed the line with 26 balls to spare, underlining their dominance.
Bowling Excellence Sets the Tone
Earlier, the Superchargers bowlers had laid the foundation for the victory. Linsey Smith (2/18) and Lucy Higham (2/21) spun a web around Phoenix’s middle order, while the pace unit maintained tight lines. Their collective discipline meant Phoenix never recovered after their collapse.
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The win cements Northern Superchargers’ status as one of the most balanced sides in The Hundred 2025, with their batting and bowling both firing at crucial moments. On the other hand, Birmingham Phoenix now face an uphill battle, suffering three consecutive defeats, and must regroup quickly to avoid slipping further behind in the tournament.
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