Published on: Aug 21, 2025 3:23 am IST|Updated on: Aug 21, 2025 12:24 pm IST
It’s the clash of titans in match 23 of the Men’s Hundred 2025. Two of the top-most teams, the table-toppers Oval Invincibles and second-placed Trent Rockets, will be going on a collision course at the iconic Kennington Oval in London. The winner of this game will finish at the top of the points table.
The reigning champions and current table-toppers, Oval Invincibles, are on a roll. They have won 4 out of their 5 games so far in this edition and are looking to storm into the finals by finishing at the pole position on the points table. The Invincibles are heading into this fixture on the back of two wins on the bounce and will be looking for a hat-trick of wins by winning this contest at their home.
The Trent Rockets have shown a similar sort of performance so far, like their counterparts. Just like the Invincibles, the Rockets have registered 4 wins out of 5 games and placed second on the table. A win here will help them trump the current table-toppers and make the pole position their own, for now. Rockets, too, are heading into this game on the back of two consecutive wins and will be looking to continue their form.
With both teams heading into this game with utmost confidence and top form backing them, expect an enthralling contest between the two sides.
Let’s delve deeper into this post for the OVI vs TRT Dream11 prediction.
Date: 23rd August 2025 Time: 11:00 PM IST Venue: Kennington Oval, London
Matches Played: 4 OVI won: 2 TRT won: 2 Tied: 1
Trent Rockets and Oval Invincibles have locked horns four times in Men’s Hundred history. They have been neck and neck with 2 wins each. With an intense record, expect these two sides to fire all cylinders in this top-of-the-table clash.
The pitch at Kennington Oval for Match 23 of The Hundred 2025 between Oval Invincibles and Trent Rockets is expected to offer a fair contest between bat and ball. Traditionally known for its true bounce and even pace, the surface allows batters to play through the line with confidence, especially during the powerplay. Scores in the range of 150–160 have been common this season, indicating a solid batting track. However, seamers who hit the deck hard and spinners with subtle variations have found success in the middle overs, particularly as the pitch wears slightly under lights. Captains may lean toward batting first, aiming to post a competitive total and apply scoreboard pressure. With both teams boasting explosive batting lineups and versatile bowling attacks, expect a tactical battle where pitch reading and execution will be key.
Here’s a table featuring The Hundred stats at Kennington Oval, London:
TRT Expected Playing XI: Joe Root, Tom Banton, Max Holden, Tom Moores (WK), David Willey (C), Marcus Stoinis, George Linde, Sam Hain, Rehan Ahmed, Sam James Cook, Lockie Ferguson
OVI Expected Playing XI: Will Jacks, Tawanda Muyeye, Jordan Cox, Sam Curran, Donovan Ferreira, Sam Billings (C/WK), Tom Curran, Rashid Khan, Jordan Clark, Nathan Sowter/Saqib Mahmood, Jason Behrendorff
As per the betting odds provided by most of the bettors, the reigning champions Oval Invincibles are tipped as the favorites to win this match and keep their pole position intact.
The all-important clash between Trent Rockets and Oval Invincibles will take place on Thursday, August 23, at 10:30 PM (IST). Online live streaming will take place on the SonyLiv App. The TV streaming will take place on Sony Ten channels.
Wicket-keepers: Jordan Cox, Tom Banton Batters: Will Jacks, Donovan Ferreira, Twanda Muyeye All-Rounders: Sam Curran, Rehan Ahmed Bowlers: Jason Behrendorff, Rashid Khan, Sam Cook, Lockie Ferguson
C/VC Options- Rashid Khan, Rehan Ahmed, Twanda Muyeye, Tom Banton