The Hundred group stage wrap: play-off line-up and Eliminator preview

The Hundred group stage wrap has reached its decisive point, with the 2026 competition now separating the teams heading for the knockout stages from those whose campaigns are over. Trent Rockets have secured the men's top spot, while the women's top three are already confirmed.

The remaining men's qualification picture is still being settled by the final group matches on August 12, with the Eliminators scheduled for August 14 at the Kia Oval. That makes this a useful moment to look beyond the table. You want to know which teams have the strongest form, how net run-rate could shape the final men's line-up, and what the Eliminator means for the sides trying to reach the Lord's final.

How The Hundred play-offs work

Each team plays eight group-stage matches. A win earns four points; a tie or no-result earns two and a defeat earns none. The team finishing first goes directly to the final, while second and third meet in the Eliminator. The Eliminator winner then faces the table-topper in the final.

For 2026, both the men's and women's Eliminators are at the Kia Oval on Friday August 14, with the finals at Lord's on Sunday August 16.

Men's competition: Trent Rockets lead the way

Trent Rockets have done the most important piece of work: they have guaranteed first place and therefore a direct route to the men's final. They reached 24 points before the final two group matches, meaning they can watch the Eliminator race without needing to worry about their own position.

Behind them, Manchester Super Giants moved into the strongest position for an Eliminator place by crushing SunRisers Leeds by 10 wickets. Chasing 128, they reached the target with 33 balls remaining, giving them the same 20 points as SunRisers but a superior net run-rate.

MI London are the team to watch on the final day

MI London have the clearest route to changing the men's Eliminator picture. They enter their final game against Birmingham Phoenix on 16 points and need a huge victory to move above SunRisers Leeds. The current qualification scenario has MI London needing to win by at least 59 runs, or chase well inside the 100-ball innings, to leapfrog SunRisers on net run-rate.

Welsh Fire technically remain alive on the same points, but their net run-rate of -1.001 makes the climb extremely unlikely. Southern Brave, London Spirit, and Birmingham Phoenix have already been eliminated.

Women's competition: the top three are set

The women's picture is much clearer. Trent Rockets finished top with 28 points from eight games and went directly to the final. SunRisers Leeds finished second on 20 points, while Southern Brave took third on 20, setting up a SunRisers versus Southern Brave Eliminator. Manchester Super Giants, Welsh Fire, London Spirit, MI London, and Birmingham Phoenix are out.

Women's Eliminator preview: SunRisers Leeds vs Southern Brave

This is the women's knockout tie already locked in. SunRisers Leeds earned second place after a 41-run win over Manchester Super Giants, while Southern Brave had already secured third and therefore a place in the Eliminator.

The matchup gives you an interesting contrast in form. SunRisers arrive with the momentum of a convincing final group-stage win, while Southern Brave have had a strong enough campaign to stay in the top three. With only one match separating the Eliminator winner from a Lord's final, powerplay batting, death-over execution and wicket-taking options could decide the tie.

Men's Eliminator preview: why the final-day results matter

The men's Eliminator pairing cannot be treated as completely settled until the last group games are played. Manchester Super Giants and SunRisers Leeds currently occupy second and third, but MI London can still force their way in with a major result against Birmingham Phoenix. That means the final-day fixtures are effectively part of the Eliminator story.

If Manchester Super Giants hold second, their recent 10-wicket win gives them a useful confidence boost. SunRisers, meanwhile, have already shown they can score heavily and could still reach the Eliminator with something to prove after that defeat. If MI London qualify, their route would be completely different: they would arrive having needed a high-margin win to overturn the net-run-rate gap.

What should you look for before betting on The Hundred?

Net run-rate pressure

A team chasing a specific qualification margin may play differently from one simply trying to win. That can affect both batting tempo and risk-taking.

Powerplay performance

The Hundred's 25-ball powerplay can shape a match quickly. Track how teams use their strongest hitters and attacking bowlers early.

Death-ball execution

With matches compressed into 100 balls, late wickets and boundary-hitting can swing the result rapidly.

Player availability

Check final XI news and overseas-player availability before betting. Knockout-stage squads can look different from group-stage combinations.

Venue and conditions

The Kia Oval hosts both Eliminators, so familiarity with the ground, boundary dimensions and likely conditions is relevant.

Market price

Do not assume the higher-ranked team is automatically the better bet. Compare recent form, matchup strengths, and the available odds.

The Hundred betting at Sportsbet.io

If you want to follow the knockout race from a betting perspective, check Sportsbet.io's cricket betting markets for current fixtures and available odds.

The platform lists The Hundred alongside other cricket competitions, with markets subject to match and location availability. You can use the available match-winner, totals, and other markets to build your own view of the Eliminator rather than relying solely on league position.

For an analysis-led approach, compare the teams' recent batting tempo, bowling options, net run-rate situation and confirmed line-ups before selecting. In a 100-ball competition, slight changes in strategy can have an outsized effect.

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Avoid chasing losses, increasing stakes because a previous bet failed, or betting more because a team looks like a strong favourite. Take breaks and use spending or time limits to keep your betting within a level you can comfortably afford.

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The Hundred group stage wrap FAQs

Who has reached The Hundred 2026 final?

Trent Rockets have secured direct qualification for the men's final, while Trent Rockets have also topped the women's table and reached the women's final.

Who is in The Hundred Eliminator?

The women's Eliminator is SunRisers Leeds vs Southern Brave. The men's Eliminator places are currently held by Manchester Super Giants and SunRisers Leeds, but MI London can still change the line-up with a major win on the final group day.

When is The Hundred Eliminator 2026?

Both the men's and women's Eliminators are scheduled for Friday August 14 at the Kia Oval, with the finals at Lord's on Sunday August 16.

How does The Hundred Eliminator work?

The teams finishing second and third play each other. The winner advances to the final against the team that finished first in the group stage.

Who topped The Hundred women's table in 2026?

Trent Rockets finished first with 28 points from eight matches and therefore advanced directly to the final.

Can MI London reach the men's Eliminator?

Yes. MI London enters the final group-stage match on 16 points and needs an exceptionally large win over Birmingham Phoenix to overtake the teams currently above them on net run-rate.

Why is net run-rate important in The Hundred?

When teams finish level on points, net run-rate separates them. It measures the average runs scored per 100 balls minus the average runs conceded per 100 balls.

Can you bet on The Hundred at Sportsbet.io?

Sportsbet.io lists The Hundred among its cricket markets when fixtures and betting markets are available. Check the current cricket page for live availability.

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The group stage has delivered exactly the kind of late qualification pressure that makes The Hundred difficult to read from the table alone. Trent Rockets have earned the reward for consistency, while the Eliminator places have been shaped by big-margin wins, net run-rate and final-day pressure.

For current cricket markets and available odds, visit Sportsbet.io's cricket betting page and keep checking the confirmed Eliminator line-ups before placing any bet.