OTD – Trent Rockets won the second season of The Hundred Mens in 2022

On this day in 2022, in a thrilling showdown at Lord’s, the Trent Rockets emerged victorious in The Hundred Men’s competition. They claimed the coveted title in a nail-biting contest against the Manchester Originals. It was a day that saw fortunes ebb and flow, keeping cricket enthusiasts on the edge of their seats.

The drama began as Manchester United won the toss and elected to bat first. a decision that would later haunt them in the game. The Rockets’ bowlers wasted no time, with Samit Patel making an instant impact. Patel’s exceptional performance saw him snatch three crucial wickets in the game. Joining him on the spree was Sam Cook, who dismantled the Originals’ lineup with a stellar four-wicket haul, including three bowled wickets.

Both bowlers changed the momentum of the game in the Rockets’ favour. The Originals struggled to find their footing, posting a modest total of 120 runs. However, the Originals were not ready to concede defeat without a fight. They mounted a fierce comeback, taking crucial wickets and delivering a breathtaking performance.

Tristan Stubbs tried to make a game out of nowhere

Despite a low score on the board, the Originals kept fighting. The morale of the bowlers was boosted by their amazing fielding efforts during the game. Especially Tristan Stubbs was looking to turn the game in favour of The Originals with his amazing performance in the field.

As the match headed into its final five balls, the Originals appeared to have the upper hand. The pressure was immense, and all eyes were on Lewis Gregory, who was on strike and holding the key to the coveted The Hundred 2022 trophy. In a heart-pounding climax, Trent Rockets managed to chase down the target, securing victory by just two wickets.

Their journey to glory was led by a resilient team effort, with Dawid Malan’s highest contribution of 19 runs playing a vital role. Despite a valiant effort by the Manchester Originals, the Trent Rockets’ determination and skill ultimately prevailed. With this victory, they named the second season of the tournament