ML vs TRT Dream11 Prediction, Match 25, The Hundred Men’s 2026: Playing XI, Pitch Report

ML vs TRT Dream11 Prediction: MI London host table-topping Trent Rockets in Match 25 of The Hundred Men’s 2026 at The Kia Oval, London, on Saturday, August 8, with the men’s contest starting at 2:30 PM local time. Trent Rockets arrive on a five-match winning streak and sit first in the table, while MI London have found form of their own after a shaky start, winning three of their last four. Here is the full ML vs TRT Dream11 prediction, covering match details, points table, pitch report, and playing XI.

ML vs TRT Match Details

• Match: MI London (ML) vs Trent Rockets (TRT), 25th Match, The Hundred Men’s 2026
• Date: Saturday, August 8, 2026
• Time: 2:30 PM local (BST)
• Venue: The Kia Oval, London

ML vs TRT Points Table and Form Guide

Trent Rockets sit top of the table, unbeaten in five matches since an opening-day loss to Birmingham Phoenix. That run has included wins over London Spirit, Welsh Fire, Manchester Super Giants, Sunrisers Leeds, and most recently a 7-wicket win in the reverse fixture against Birmingham Phoenix, with Lewis Gregory (2 for 20) named Player of the Match. Tom Banton has been a key contributor with 257 runs this season.

MI London sit third in the table, having bounced back strongly after a mid-season dip. They beat Manchester Super Giants by 45 runs behind Rashid Khan’s maiden Hundred five-wicket haul, then followed up with a 4-wicket win over London Spirit at Lord’s, with Sikandar Raza’s 32 off 16 balls earning him Player of the Match. Will Jacks leads MI London’s run charts with 312 runs this season, while Sam Curran has enjoyed an outstanding all-round campaign with 263 runs and 12 wickets, and Rashid Khan has taken 12 wickets at an economy of just 8.2.

ML vs TRT Pitch Report

The pitch at the Kennington Oval tends to offer uneven bounce and seam movement for the first few overs before flattening out through the middle, becoming a genuinely good batting surface where boundaries come easily. The average first-innings total at this venue sits in the 165-175 range.

ML vs TRT Probable Playing XI

MI London (Probable XI): Jason Roy, Will Jacks, Ollie Pope, Nicholas Pooran (wk), Sam Curran (c), Sherfane Rutherford, Tom Curran, Rashid Khan, Trent Boult, Richard Gleeson, Callum Parkinson

Trent Rockets (Probable XI): Sam Billings (c, wk), Finn Allen, Ben Duckett, Tom Banton, Tim David, Lewis Gregory, Mitchell Santner, Craig Overton, Matt Henry, Mohammad Amir, Danny Briggs

Probable XIs are based on recent squad selections and may change ahead of the toss.

ML vs TRT Players to Watch

Best Batting Picks: Will Jacks (312 runs) and Sam Curran (263 runs) give MI London a formidable top order, while Ben Duckett and Tom Banton have both been in excellent touch for Trent Rockets throughout their winning streak.

Best Bowling Picks: Rashid Khan is the standout bowler in this fixture, with 12 wickets at an economy of 8.2 this season including a maiden Hundred five-for, while Craig Overton and Lewis Gregory have both delivered match-winning spells for Trent Rockets recently.

ML vs TRT Dream11 Team: Suggested Composition

With The Oval rewarding batters once the innings settles, a balanced ML vs TRT Dream11 team should combine both sides’ proven top-order performers with genuine wicket-taking options:

• Wicketkeeper: Sam Billings (TRT) or Nicholas Pooran (ML)
• Batters: Will Jacks (ML), Ben Duckett (TRT), Tom Banton (TRT), Jason Roy (ML)
• All-Rounders: Sam Curran (ML), Rashid Khan (ML), Mitchell Santner (TRT)
• Bowlers: Craig Overton (TRT), Trent Boult (ML), Lewis Gregory (TRT)

Captain and Vice-Captain Picks: Rashid Khan is the standout captaincy option given his all-round impact and tournament-leading bowling economy, with Ben Duckett a strong vice-captain pick on the back of Trent Rockets’ current winning streak.

Dream11 credit values change on a match-by-match basis and are updated on the app closer to the toss, so always confirm final credits and team combinations on the Dream11 app before finalising your team.

ML vs TRT Today Match Prediction

Trent Rockets’ five-match winning streak and top-of-the-table position make them the favourites heading into this contest, but MI London’s own recent form — three wins in their last four, including a maiden Hundred five-for from Rashid Khan — means this is unlikely to be one-sided. Home advantage at The Oval and MI London’s deep, in-form top order give them a genuine chance of handing Trent Rockets their first defeat since the opening round.

ML vs TRT FAQs

Where is the ML vs TRT match being played?
The match is being played at The Kia Oval in London, MI London’s home ground.

What time does the ML vs TRT match start?
The match starts at 2:30 PM local time on August 8, 2026.

How many matches have Trent Rockets won in a row?
Five. Trent Rockets have won five straight since an opening-day loss to Birmingham Phoenix, most recently beating Phoenix again by 7 wickets in the reverse fixture.

Who should I pick as captain for my ML vs TRT Dream11 team?
Rashid Khan (ML) is the leading captaincy pick given his tournament-leading bowling figures, with Ben Duckett (TRT) a strong vice-captain option.

Disclaimer: This ML vs TRT Dream11 prediction is intended for informational purposes and is based on publicly available team news, points table standings, and pitch reports as of August 7, 2026. Playing XIs are probable line-ups and may change ahead of the toss — always verify final teams before submitting your fantasy squad. This article does not promote or facilitate paid fantasy contests.