Pollard Powers Brave to Win Over Rockets

Kieron Pollard led Southern Brave to a thrilling two-wicket victory over Trent Rockets in The Hundred 2024 by hitting five consecutive sixes off Rashid Khan. Pollard's explosive performance came when Southern Brave needed 49 runs off 20 balls, completely changing the game’s dynamics. Despite struggling initially, Pollard ended on 45 from 23 balls before getting run out. Chris Jordan's final four sealed the win for Southern Brave, who are now level on points with Oval Invincibles at the top of the table. The match saw significant contributions from both teams, with Tom Banton top-scoring for the Rockets with 30 runs. This victory keeps Southern Brave in strong contention, while Trent Rockets remain fourth in the standings.