Southern Brave have exploded into The Hundred 2025, climbing straight to the top of the table with a statement performance against Birmingham Phoenix.
This wasn’t just a win — it was a display of precision bowling, confident batting, and smart game management.
✅ Statement Win Over Birmingham Phoenix (Men’s)
On 10 August 2025, at The Rose Bowl, Southampton, Southern Brave’s bowlers set the tone.
Bowling first, they restricted Birmingham Phoenix to just 106 for 7 in 100 balls — a total that was never going to be enough.
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Michael Bracewell was the standout, taking 3 wickets for just 10 runs, applying pressure from ball one.
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Jofra Archer was electric, picking up 2 wickets for 16 runs and rattling Phoenix’s top order.
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The entire bowling unit kept the run rate in check with sharp field placements and relentless accuracy.
⚡ A Calm and Confident Chase
Chasing 107, Brave made it look effortless — 109 for 1 in just 81 balls.
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Leus du Plooy anchored the innings with an unbeaten 48 off 39, pacing his knock perfectly.
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James Vince, ever the calm presence, added 41 off 30, keeping the chase controlled and risk-free.
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The duo’s 88-run partnership shut the door on Phoenix’s hopes early.
🔢 Net Run Rate Boost
With a thumping 9-wicket win, Brave’s Net Run Rate jumped to +0.797, a big early advantage in a short-format league where NRR often decides semi-final spots.
🏏 Southern Brave Women Keep the Momentum
Earlier the same day, Southern Brave Women also secured a win over Birmingham Phoenix Women by 15 runs.
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Danni Wyatt-Hodge led the charge with a quickfire 59 off 39 balls.
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Support came from Laura Wolvaardt (28) and Sophie Devine (27).
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With the ball, Lauren Bell (3/17), Devine (2/28), and Tilly Corteen-Coleman (2/16) kept Phoenix to 124 all out.
Two games. Two wins. One dominant day for the Brave.
⚠️ The Road Ahead
While this start is perfect, The Hundred is known for its unpredictability. Brave’s challenge will be to:
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Maintain bowling depth across conditions
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Keep batting partnerships strong
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Stay sharp in pressure moments
🔍 Why Southern Brave Are the Team to Watch
Balance. Depth. Composure.
Whether it’s the men’s or women’s side, Brave have shown they can dominate with both bat and ball — and do it without breaking a sweat.
If they keep this up, they won’t just be table-toppers — they’ll be the benchmark for the entire tournament.
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