WATCH: Joe Root takes a screamer to dismiss Moeen Ali in Trent Rockets vs Birmingham Phoenix clash at The Hundred

The 25th match of The Hundred 2023 electrified cricket fans as Trent Rockets faced off against Birmingham Phoenix at the iconic Trent Bridge on Saturday. Rockets displayed a dominant performance, excelling with both bat and ball, ultimately securing a convincing victory.

In a clash that saw Trent Rockets being put to bat first, they managed to amass a commendable total of 162/6 within their allocated 100 balls. Opening batter Joe Root, although unable to make a significant contribution to the scoreboard, was dismissed for a modest 8 runs. However, Root quickly turned the tables with an extraordinary catch to remove the skipper of Birmingham Phoenix, Moeen Ali, during the second innings.

The remarkable moment unfolded on the 69th ball of the Phoenix’s second innings, delivered by Daniel Sams. The left-arm paceman skillfully pitched a short delivery just outside the off-stump. Ali, attempting a

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