Jordan Cox and Sam Curran Power Invincibles to Historic Run Chase Against Trent Rockets in The Hundred 2025
The Hundred 2025 continued to provide breathtaking drama, and the clash between Oval Invincibles and Trent Rockets will be remembered as one of the most iconic games in the tournament’s history. In a high-octane contest featuring the top two teams in the standings, the Invincibles stormed to a remarkable victory, chasing down 172 with 11 balls to spare. The win was orchestrated by two sensational knocks – Jordan Cox’s unbeaten 58 runs and Sam Curran’s explosive 54 off just 22 balls. Jordan Cox and Sam Curran
The Oval crowd witnessed a roller-coaster of emotions as the Rockets seemed in control early in the Invincibles’ chase, only to be swept aside by a barrage of sixes and boundaries from Curran and Cox. While Joe Root’s majestic innings of 76 had earlier lit up the first half of the match, it was the fearless hitting of the Invincibles’ middle order that turned the game on its head. Jordan Cox and Sam Curran
Rockets Set a Competitive Target
The Trent Rockets, led by Joe Root’s masterclass with the bat, posted a strong 171 for 7 in their allotted 100 balls. Root got off to a blazing start, cracking boundaries almost at will and keeping the Invincibles bowlers under pressure from the outset. Jordan Cox and Sam Curran
Saqib Mahmood, who opened the bowling, was at the receiving end of Root’s flawless timing, as the star batter found the gaps with ease. Root looked confident from the very beginning, bringing out the classical strokes that have made him one of the finest modern-day batters. Jordan Cox and Sam Curran
Even after Rashid Khan dismissed Tom Banton, the Rockets’ momentum did not slow down. Young Rehan Ahmed showed glimpses of his fearless stroke play, smashing Rashid for a six and a four in quick succession. However, Ahmed soon perished to Nathan Sowter, who delivered a much-needed breakthrough for the Invincibles.
Root, unfazed by the fall of wickets, brought up his second half-century of the tournament and continued to dominate the Invincibles’ bowlers. The elegant right-hander’s knock was a perfect mix of classical cricket shots and improvisation. His innings of 76 off 41 balls included crisp drives, wristy flicks, and calculated risks over the infield. Jordan Cox and Sam Curran
The Rockets’ innings received further impetus when George Linde produced a blistering cameo – hammering 25 runs off just 8 balls, including three sixes. His fireworks ensured the Rockets crossed the 170-run mark, setting a strong total of 171/7. Jordan Cox and Sam Curran
For the Invincibles, Rashid Khan was outstanding with the ball, finishing with figures of 2 for 19, while Tom Curran chipped in with 2 for 37. Jordan Cox and Sam Curran
Invincibles Stumble Early
Chasing 172 was never going to be easy against a quality bowling attack, and the Invincibles had a shaky start. The Rockets’ opening bowlers, David Willey and Ben Sanderson, kept the scoring tight in the first few sets.
Tawanda Muyeye tried to break free with consecutive boundaries off Willey but was undone by a slower ball. Will Jacks, too, struggled to get going, managing only 9 runs off 15 deliveries before falling to Rehan Ahmed.
At 50 for 2 after 40 balls, the Invincibles looked in trouble. The required rate had climbed steeply, and the Rockets seemed in control. That was until Sam Curran walked out to bat. Jordan Cox and Sam Curran
Curran Turns the Game on Its Head
Curran’s arrival changed the entire complexion of the chase. He immediately took the attack to Willey, smashing two sixes in one set, before targeting Sam Cook in what turned out to be the most expensive set of the Men’s Hundred so far. Jordan Cox and Sam Curran
In a display of fearless batting, Curran smashed 6,4,6,6 in consecutive deliveries, aided by a no-ball and six wides that made the set worth a staggering 32 runs. The equation suddenly came down from 102 off 40 to a very manageable chase. Jordan Cox and Sam Curran
Curran continued his onslaught, bringing up his half-century in just 21 balls, with a flurry of sixes and boundaries. However, his blistering innings ended when he holed out in the deep off Rehan Ahmed. By the time he walked back, the game had tilted completely in the Invincibles’ favor. Jordan Cox and Sam Curran
Cox Anchors the Chase
While Curran’s fireworks grabbed the headlines, Jordan Cox played the perfect anchor role. Steady at one end, Cox shifted gears at the right time. He brought up his own half-century with a stylish four and a six off Marcus Stoinis, ensuring that the momentum did not slip after Curran’s dismissal. Jordan Cox and Sam Curran
Donovan Ferreira joined the party with back-to-back sixes in a 25-run set against Stoinis. Cox then finished the job in style, smashing two boundaries to seal victory with 11 balls remaining. His unbeaten 58 off 35 balls was a knock of composure and class, perfectly complementing Curran’s aggression. Jordan Cox and Sam Curran
Match Summary
Trent Rockets 171/7 in 100 balls
(Joe Root 76, Rehan Ahmed 28; Rashid Khan 2-19, Tom Curran 2-37)
Oval Invincibles 173/4 in 89 balls
(Jordan Cox 58*, Sam Curran 54; Rehan Ahmed 2-25, Ben Sanderson 1-21)
Result: Oval Invincibles won by 6 wickets
This clash between Oval Invincibles and Trent Rockets will go down as one of the most thrilling matches in The Hundred 2025. Joe Root’s elegant knock had given the Rockets a strong total, but it was the explosive duo of Sam Curran and Jordan Cox that stole the show. Jordan Cox and Sam Curran
Curran’s whirlwind hitting dismantled the Rockets’ bowling attack, while Cox’s calm yet aggressive approach ensured that the chase was completed with ease. The Invincibles not only secured a memorable win but also made a strong statement in the tournament, underlining their credentials as serious title contenders.
For cricket fans, this was a match that showcased everything The Hundred stands for – innovation, entertainment, and world-class cricketing action.
