Predicting TR-M’s Playing XI for the 13th Match against LS-M in The Hundred 2025

The Trent Rockets are in a great place after a relaxed 5-wicket win against the Northern Superchargers and now turn towards Lord’s for the 13th match of The Hundred 2025 versus the London Spirit. With a spring in their step, the Rockets will want to field their best XI, balanced with power hitters, steady middle-order batsmen, match-winning all-rounders, and wicket-taking bowlers. With qualification in mind, this match is crucial for the Rockets’ aspirations—with another win likely to keep them in the top half of the table.

Openers

Tom Banton is in remarkable form at the top of the order, and last time he had a rapid 37 off just 25 balls against the Superchargers. When playing against new ball bowlers in the power play, Banton’s quick hands are the worst nightmare for a bowler, and hitting the ball past fielders in front of him early can throw a bowler off its rhythm or have them commit to a different plan.

Joe Root will offer calmness and stability. He had a useful score of 20 off 17 balls (in his typical style, while not explosive) was a perfect contrasting innings to Banton’s aggression in the last game. Root can rotate during the phase of the new ball, punish any outrageous deliveries, and accelerate when required.

Middle Order

Rehan Ahmed has been a surprise with the bat, with a calm 31 off 26 balls in a tricky chase in his last match. He made the innings flow with maturity and found the fence at the right time, and his ability to contribute in the middle order is a real advantage.

Tom Alsop’s 15 off just 9 gave a taste of how dangerous he can be in the strike rotation. His left-handed angle adds another dimension to the Rockets’ batting and could be useful in breaking up LS’s rhythm, especially against spin in the middle.

All-Rounders

Marcus Stoinis continues to be one of TR’s biggest match-winners through his dual skills. While he made only a quick 8 in his last contribution with the bat, it was his golden arm that changed the game versus NSC, where he snared two wickets for no runs off just five balls.

David Willey, although he was wicketless in his last game, is a regular campaigner, provides left-arm pace variation, and can bat down the order. Like Stoinis, he has experience in pressure cooker situations; in fact, he is one of many players in the squad who have played in W/C finals, which means TR can rely on him for runs and wicket breakthroughs.

Bowlers

Akeal Hosein was the standout bowler in the last match with 2/28 and Player of the Match. He has great control of the power play and can place the ball in areas that are troubling to the batters with different variations, which makes him a lurking threat.

Adil Rashid was also very good and spun his way to 2/18, and was very economical at the other end, supporting NSC’s middle-order batsmen from scoring runs. Traditionally, Lord’s helps quality spinners, and both could be responsible for restricting the LS batting down to a manageable score.

With Banton’s aggression, Root’s reliability, a middle order with plenty of composure, the all-round class of Stoinis and Willey, and the encroachment of spin pairing Hosein and Rashid, the Trent Rockets appear to have an advantage going into the match against the London Spirit.

Disclaimer: This Exclusive News is based on the author’s understanding, analysis, and instinct. As you review this information, consider the points mentioned and form your own conclusions.

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