In a thrilling encounter at Edgbaston, Birmingham Phoenix took on the Northern Superchargers in the 19th match of The Hundred 2024. The Phoenix displayed an outstanding performance, securing a comfortable 10-wicket victory.
Tim Southee cleans up Ben Stokes
One of the highlights of the match was a spectacular delivery from Birmingham Phoenix pacer Tim Southee, which dismissed Northern Superchargers batter Ben Stokes for a golden duck. The incident occurred on the 21st ball of the Northern Superchargers’ innings.
Southee, the experienced New Zealand bowler, delivered a brilliant length ball that sharply jagged back. Stokes, caught off guard, missed the inside edge, and the ball went on to hit the top of the off-stump. The England Test skipper was left in disbelief as he walked back to the pavilion without scoring. His reaction, a mix of shock and frustration, clearly showed he couldn’t believe he had been dismissed so quickly and without troubling the scorers.
Here’s the video:
Instant impact from Tim Southee 😮⚡️
This is a HUGE moment in the match for Birmingham Phoenix! 🎳#TheHundred | #RoadToTheEliminator pic.twitter.com/9WV2T2eAT6
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Match summary
The Northern Superchargers struggled from the start, failing to build any substantial partnerships and ultimately being bowled out for a paltry 83 runs in just 96 balls. The Phoenix bowlers were on point, with Southee leading the attack, claiming 3 wickets for just 15 runs. Adam Milne also made a significant impact, taking 3 wickets for 20 runs, dismantling the Superchargers’ batting lineup with precision.
In response, the Birmingham Phoenix chased down the target effortlessly, finishing with 86 runs without losing a wicket in just 39 balls. Ben Duckett was in fine form, scoring an unbeaten 43, while Moeen Ali provided excellent support with an unbeaten 37. Their partnership ensured a comprehensive 10-wicket victory for the Phoenix, highlighting their superiority in both bowling and batting departments in this encounter.
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