Sanjeev Goenka’s team has faced a difficult season in both the IPL 2025 and now in England. The team’s woes continued as they suffered their sixth defeat in eight matches. In The Hundred League, Trent Rockets triumphed over Goenka’s team, Manchester Originals, by seven wickets in the 20th match. The outstanding performance of a 21-year-old player, Rehan Ahmed, with both bat and ball was pivotal in securing the win for the Rockets.
Rehan Ahmed’s Dominant Display
Rehan Ahmed, the Trent Rockets’ bowling all-rounder, delivered a stellar performance in the match, contributing significantly with both bat and ball. He initially dismissed Manchester Originals’ captain, Phil Salt, and Heinrich Klaasen, putting them under early pressure. Subsequently, Ahmed’s aggressive batting helped Trent Rockets chase down the target with 26 balls to spare, resulting in a seven-wicket victory.
Manchester Originals, batting first, could only manage 98 runs for the loss of eight wickets in their 100-ball innings. Lewis Gregory top-scored with an unbeaten 33, while Jos Buttler contributed 19 runs. For the Trent Rockets, David Willey took three wickets, while Sam Cook secured two. Rehan Ahmed’s bowling figures included two wickets for 14 runs.
Triumph for Trent Rockets
Chasing a target of 99, Trent Rockets reached the goal with ease, winning with 7 wickets and 26 balls remaining. Rehan Ahmed scored an unbeaten 45 off 35 balls, featuring 5 fours and 2 sixes. Tom Moores added an unbeaten 22. Their combined efforts ensured a convincing win, marking the fourth victory for the team in the league. With four wins in five matches, Trent Rockets climbed to second place in the points table.