The Hundred 2026 final delivered a dramatic finish at Lord’s as Manchester Super Giants defeated Trent Rockets by five wickets to win their first men’s Hundred title.
Trent Rockets posted 158/8 from their 100 balls after being put into bat, setting Manchester Super Giants a target of 159. Manchester completed the chase at 162/5 with two balls remaining, with New Zealand batter Tim Seifert producing a match-winning 72 from 38 balls before Liam Dawson finished the contest with a six.
The victory completed a memorable first season under the Manchester Super Giants identity, following the rebranding of the Manchester franchise from Manchester Originals. The team had already overcome SunRisers Leeds in the eliminator before reaching the final at Lord’s.
For readers following the entire tournament, our The Hundred 2026 Schedule & Fixtures page provides the season’s fixture information, while the The Hundred Match Predictions 2026 page contains our wider tournament prediction coverage.
The Hundred 2026 Final Result
Manchester Super Giants won the final by 5 wickets.
| Team | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Trent Rockets | 158/8 | Lost |
| Manchester Super Giants | 162/5 in 19.3 balls | Won by 5 wickets |
Target: 159
Winning margin: 5 wickets
Venue: Lord’s Cricket Ground, London
Date: 16 August 2026
Competition: The Hundred Men’s Competition 2026
Manchester Super Giants reached 162/5 in 19.3 balls, completing the chase with two deliveries remaining.
Who Won The Hundred 2026?
Manchester Super Giants won The Hundred Men’s Competition 2026.
The franchise secured its maiden men’s Hundred championship after defeating Trent Rockets in a tense final at Lord’s.
The victory was particularly significant because Manchester had previously come close to winning the competition but had not lifted the men’s trophy. The 2026 triumph finally ended that wait.
Trent Rockets entered the final having been one of the strongest sides throughout the competition and were attempting to complete a men’s and women’s double. Their women’s team had already won the women’s final earlier on Finals Day, but the men’s side ultimately fell short against Manchester.
Manchester Super Giants vs Trent Rockets Final Scorecard
Trent Rockets Innings
Trent Rockets finished on 158/8 from 100 balls.
| Batter | Runs |
|---|---|
| Ben Duckett | 31 |
| Finn Allen | 15 |
| Aneurin Donald | 38 |
| Lewis Gregory | 32 |
| Mitchell Santner | 20* |
| Sam Billings | — |
| Other batters | — |
| Total | 158/8 |
Aneurin Donald provided an important attacking contribution with 38 from 19 balls, while Lewis Gregory added 32 from 16. Mitchell Santner remained unbeaten on 20 from 16 balls to help Trent Rockets reach a competitive total.
Manchester Super Giants Bowling
| Bowler | Figures |
|---|---|
| Noor Ahmad | 3 wickets for 33 |
| Sonny Baker | 2 wickets for 34 |
| Other bowlers | — |
Noor Ahmad produced one of the most important spells of the final, taking three wickets for 33 runs. His intervention stopped Trent Rockets from turning a promising start into a significantly larger total.
Manchester Super Giants Innings
Manchester Super Giants successfully chased the target of 159, finishing on 162/5 after 19.3 balls.
| Batter | Runs |
|---|---|
| Tim Seifert | 72 |
| Paul Walter | 22 |
| Jos Buttler | 23 |
| Leus du Plooy | 27* |
| Heinrich Klaasen | 11 |
| Michael Bracewell | 0 |
| Liam Dawson | 6* |
| Total | 162/5 |
Tim Seifert was the standout performer with an outstanding 72 from 38 balls. His innings included seven sixes and a rapid half-century that gave Manchester Super Giants control of the chase during the middle stages.
Leus du Plooy contributed an unbeaten 27 from 18 balls, while captain Jos Buttler added 23 from 14. Paul Walter also provided a fast start with 22 from 14 deliveries.
Trent Rockets Bowling Figures
Mohammad Amir was the pick of the Trent Rockets bowlers despite ending up on the losing side.
| Bowler | Figures |
|---|---|
| Mohammad Amir | 3/29 |
| Calvin Harrison | 2/30 |
| Ben Sanderson | 0/30 from 3.3 |
| Other bowlers | — |
Amir’s late spell brought Trent Rockets back into the contest after Manchester had looked comfortable during the chase.
Two wickets in quick succession left Manchester needing three runs from the final five balls, creating a tense finish at Lord’s.
Tim Seifert’s Match-Winning Innings
Tim Seifert was the defining player of the men’s final.
The New Zealand batter scored 72 runs from 38 balls, producing one of the most destructive innings of The Hundred 2026 season.
He reached his fifty from just 24 balls, setting a new mark for the fastest fifty in a men’s Hundred final. His aggressive approach immediately put Trent Rockets under pressure and allowed Manchester Super Giants to stay ahead of the required run rate for much of the chase.
Seifert also benefited from a remarkable moment in the field when a spectacular catch by Finn Allen was overturned because Allen’s foot had made contact with the boundary.
Rather than allowing the incident to disrupt his innings, Seifert continued attacking and built important partnerships with Walter, Buttler and du Plooy.
His dismissal eventually gave Trent Rockets renewed hope, but the damage had already been done.
How Manchester Super Giants Chased 159
Manchester Super Giants began their chase aggressively.
Tim Seifert and Paul Walter put together a rapid opening partnership, reaching their first fifty partnership in only 26 balls.
The opening stand eventually ended at 66, but Manchester had already established the platform required for the chase.
Jos Buttler then helped maintain the momentum before Seifert continued his attack at the other end.
The chase appeared to be moving decisively towards Manchester when Seifert was dismissed, but Trent Rockets suddenly found another opening.
Mohammad Amir then dismissed Heinrich Klaasen and Michael Bracewell in successive balls, leaving Manchester under significant pressure.
With three runs required from the final five balls, two consecutive dot balls increased the tension.
Liam Dawson then produced the decisive moment.
The England all-rounder smashed a six with three balls remaining, taking Manchester Super Giants to 162/5 and securing the championship.
Liam Dawson Hits The Winning Six
The final moment will be remembered as one of the most dramatic finishes in The Hundred.
Manchester Super Giants needed only three runs from the last five balls, but two consecutive dot balls suddenly placed the pressure on Liam Dawson.
Instead of attempting to manufacture a risky two or three, Dawson attacked the next delivery and cleared the boundary.
The six ended the match immediately and gave Manchester Super Giants their first men’s Hundred championship.
It was a fitting finish to a final that had repeatedly swung between the two sides.
Noor Ahmad’s Important Contribution With The Ball
Although Tim Seifert received much of the attention for Manchester’s successful chase, Noor Ahmad’s bowling performance was equally important.
The spinner finished with 3/33 and played a crucial role during Trent Rockets’ innings.
Trent had made a promising start before Ahmad dismissed Ben Duckett and Finn Allen in a short period, changing the momentum of the innings.
The Rockets moved from 48 without loss to 52/2 following those wickets, giving Manchester the opportunity to control the middle phase.
Without that spell, Trent Rockets could potentially have established a substantially larger total on the Lord’s surface.
Trent Rockets’ Best Batting Performances
Trent Rockets struggled to maintain momentum after a reasonable opening phase, but several batters provided important contributions.
Aneurin Donald
Donald produced one of the most aggressive innings of the Trent Rockets innings, scoring 38 from 19 balls.
His strike rate and boundary-hitting helped Trent recover after the loss of their opening batters.
Lewis Gregory
Gregory added 32 from 16 balls, providing another crucial late-innings contribution.
His partnership with the lower middle order helped Trent Rockets move towards a defendable total.
Mitchell Santner
Santner remained unbeaten on 20 from 16 balls, ensuring Trent reached 158/8 after 100 balls.
Why Trent Rockets Could Not Defend 158
A total of 158 was competitive, particularly on a Lord’s surface that had produced relatively modest first-innings scoring during the 2026 tournament.
Sky Sports reported that the average first-innings score at Lord’s during The Hundred 2026 had been around 141, making Trent’s 158 a potentially strong total.
However, Manchester Super Giants’ opening partnership immediately changed the context of the chase.
Seifert’s aggressive batting prevented Trent from applying sustained pressure during the early stages.
Even after Seifert departed, Manchester had enough batting depth to continue the chase.
The combination of Seifert’s explosive innings, Buttler’s contribution, du Plooy’s composure and Dawson’s final six ultimately proved decisive.
Match Turning Points
1. Noor Ahmad’s Double Strike
Trent Rockets had moved to 48 without loss before Noor Ahmad dismissed both opening batters in a short period.
That prevented Trent from building the kind of platform that could have produced a total well above 160.
2. Tim Seifert’s Powerplay Attack
Manchester’s opening partnership immediately shifted pressure onto the Rockets.
Seifert’s 72 from 38 provided the foundation for the chase.
3. Mohammad Amir’s Late Wickets
Amir’s three wickets for 29 brought Trent back into the match and created a genuine possibility of a final-over finish.
4. Liam Dawson’s Six
With three required from five balls, Dawson’s six ended the contest and sealed the trophy for Manchester.
Manchester Super Giants’ Road To The Hundred Final
Manchester Super Giants did not receive a direct route to the final.
After the league phase, they had to navigate the eliminator against SunRisers Leeds.
Manchester produced a strong 186 in that match, with Paul Walter scoring 80 from 46 balls and Heinrich Klaasen contributing 63 from 26. Josh Tongue then took four wickets as Manchester won by 20 runs to reach the final.
That victory gave the side considerable momentum heading into Finals Day.
The final win completed a remarkable turnaround and delivered the franchise its first men’s Hundred title.
Trent Rockets’ Journey To The Final
Trent Rockets had been one of the strongest teams during the league stage and secured their place in the final without needing to play the eliminator.
They entered Finals Day with the opportunity to complete a men’s and women’s double.
The women’s Trent Rockets side subsequently won its final against SunRisers Leeds, but the men’s team could not complete the same feat against Manchester Super Giants.
Despite the final defeat, Trent Rockets’ overall 2026 campaign remained highly successful.
The Hundred 2026 Final At A Glance
| Detail | Result |
|---|---|
| Winner | Manchester Super Giants |
| Runner-up | Trent Rockets |
| Winning margin | 5 wickets |
| Trent Rockets | 158/8 |
| Manchester Super Giants | 162/5 |
| Target | 159 |
| Venue | Lord’s Cricket Ground |
| Final date | 16 August 2026 |
| Top scorer | Tim Seifert – 72 |
| Best Manchester bowler | Noor Ahmad – 3/33 |
| Best Trent bowler | Mohammad Amir – 3/29 |
| Winning moment | Liam Dawson six |
The Hundred 2026 Final Player Of The Match
Tim Seifert was the standout performer in the final after producing a match-defining 72 from 38 balls.
His innings combined aggressive strokeplay with excellent control of the chase and gave Manchester Super Giants the platform required to overcome a competitive Trent Rockets total.
His 24-ball fifty was particularly significant, becoming the fastest fifty in a men’s Hundred final.
What The Hundred 2026 Final Means For Manchester Super Giants
The victory gives Manchester Super Giants their first men’s Hundred championship.
The franchise had previously been known as Manchester Originals before the 2026 rebranding. The new identity therefore begins with an immediate piece of silverware.
The team also demonstrated considerable resilience during the knockout stage.
After needing to win the eliminator against SunRisers Leeds, Manchester then chased down 159 against one of the strongest teams in the competition in the final.
The final therefore represents more than just a trophy win—it marks the beginning of a new chapter for the Manchester franchise.
The Hundred 2026 Tournament Coverage
Our complete Hundred coverage can now be used as a reference point for the entire tournament.
For the original season fixture information, visit The Hundred 2026 Schedule & Fixtures.
For tournament predictions and match analysis, visit The Hundred Match Predictions 2026.
For readers interested in understanding different cricket betting markets, our Best The Hundred Betting Markets guide explains the major markets in greater detail.
Our main Diamond99 The Hundred Betting Guide 2026 remains the central pillar for tournament-related betting information.
What Happens After The Hundred 2026?
With the 2026 tournament now complete, the focus will move towards future domestic and international cricket competitions.
This page will remain useful as a historical reference for searches related to the The Hundred 2026 final result, winner, final score and Manchester Super Giants’ championship.
As new editions of The Hundred approach, the page can also be refreshed with links to the relevant upcoming schedule and tournament guides while preserving the historical 2026 result.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won The Hundred 2026 men’s final?
Manchester Super Giants won The Hundred 2026 men’s final, defeating Trent Rockets by five wickets at Lord’s.
What was the score in The Hundred 2026 final?
Trent Rockets scored 158/8 from their 100 balls. Manchester Super Giants chased the target and finished on 162/5 in 19.3 balls.
By how many wickets did Manchester Super Giants win?
Manchester Super Giants won by five wickets, reaching the target with two balls remaining.
Who scored the most runs in the Hundred 2026 final?
Tim Seifert was the leading scorer, making 72 runs from 38 balls for Manchester Super Giants.
Who took the most wickets in the final?
Noor Ahmad was Manchester Super Giants’ leading wicket-taker with 3/33, while Mohammad Amir took 3/29 for Trent Rockets.
Who hit the winning six in The Hundred 2026 final?
Liam Dawson hit the winning six with Manchester Super Giants needing three runs from the final five balls. The six secured the title with three balls remaining.
Where was The Hundred 2026 final played?
The men’s final was played at Lord’s Cricket Ground in London on 16 August 2026.
Who was the standout player in the final?
Tim Seifert was the standout batter after scoring 72 from 38 balls, including the fastest fifty in a men’s Hundred final.
Where can I find The Hundred 2026 fixtures?
Our The Hundred 2026 Schedule & Fixtures page contains the tournament fixture information and can be used alongside this final-result report for the complete season timeline.
Where can I find more Hundred match predictions?
Our The Hundred Match Predictions 2026 page provides the wider prediction and match-analysis coverage for the tournament.
Final Verdict
The Hundred 2026 ended with one of the competition’s most dramatic men’s finals.
Trent Rockets posted 158/8 after 100 balls and looked to have given themselves a realistic chance of lifting the trophy. Manchester Super Giants, however, produced an outstanding chase led by Tim Seifert’s 72 from 38 balls.
Even after late wickets gave Trent renewed hope, Manchester remained composed enough to reach the final moments with the required runs within reach.
Liam Dawson then provided the decisive finish, smashing a six to take Manchester Super Giants to 162/5 and secure their first men’s Hundred championship.
For Trent Rockets, the defeat ended their hopes of completing a men’s and women’s double. For Manchester Super Giants, it marked the beginning of a new era with a championship trophy.
The Hundred 2026 final result: Manchester Super Giants 162/5 beat Trent Rockets 158/8 by five wickets.
