Southern Brave Women will take on Birmingham Phoenix Women in Match No. 13 of The Hundred Women’s 2026 at The Rose Bowl, Southampton, on Thursday, July 30. The two sides have enjoyed contrasting starts to the tournament. Southern Brave Women sit comfortably at the top of the points table with three wins from three matches, while Birmingham Phoenix Women are placed seventh with one victory from two completed games after another fixture was washed out due to rain.

Here are the top three player battles in Hundred Women’s M13:

Laura Wolvaardt vs Lauren Filer:

Southern Brave opener Laura Wolvaardt has been in fine touch at the top of the order, scoring 89 runs in three matches. The South African batter is known for her elegant stroke play and ability to build innings, making her a vital player in Brave’s strong batting line-up.

Birmingham Phoenix will hope pacer Lauren Filer can provide an early breakthrough. The 25-year-old has picked up one wicket so far this season and possesses the pace to trouble even the best batters. If she can dismiss Wolvaardt in the powerplay, Phoenix will gain an early advantage. However, if Wolvaardt settles in, she has the ability to anchor the innings and set up a formidable total.

Ellyse Perry vs Lauren Bell:

Australian all-rounder Ellyse Perry made an immediate impact by scoring 39 runs in her only appearance of the tournament so far. Her experience and composure make her one of Birmingham Phoenix’s biggest match-winners.

Standing opposite her will be England seamer Lauren Bell, who has claimed two wickets in three matches. Bell’s ability to generate movement with the new ball and extract bounce from the surface makes this an intriguing battle. Perry’s technique against pace will be tested, while Bell will be eager to remove one of the opposition’s most experienced batters.

Jemimah Rodrigues vs Alana King:

Indian batter Jemimah Rodrigues has been a consistent performer for Southern Brave, accumulating 78 runs in three matches. She is particularly effective during the middle overs, rotating the strike while punishing loose deliveries.

Birmingham Phoenix leg-spinner Alana King will be looking to make her mark after going wicketless in her first appearance of the season. King’s variations and control have troubled quality batters around the world, and she will aim to break Rodrigues’ rhythm.

FAQs

When and where will the match take place?

Southern Brave Women will face Birmingham Phoenix Women on Thursday, July 30, at 7:00 PM IST at The Rose Bowl, Southampton.

What is the pitch report for The Rose Bowl, Southampton?

The surface at The Rose Bowl is expected to provide a balanced contest between bat and ball. Fast bowlers are likely to enjoy some movement with the new ball, making the opening overs crucial for the batters. Once the ball gets older, the pitch generally offers consistent pace and bounce, allowing batters to play their shots with confidence. Teams that make the most of the powerplay while adapting quickly to the conditions are expected to hold the advantage.

Who are the key players to watch from Match No.13?

Southern Brave Women will rely on Laura Wolvaardt, Sophie Molineux, and Issy Wong to extend their unbeaten run and strengthen their hold at the top of the table. Birmingham Phoenix Women, meanwhile, will look towards Alice Capsey, Ellyse Perry, and Tammy Beaumont to inspire the side to its second victory