Phoebe Litchfield scores the fastest 50 in The Hundred’s history as SunRisers Leeds beat Birmingham Phoenix in Birmingham. Litchfield’s innings leads the chase after Phoenix post 107 for 9, an underwhelming total for the home side. Leeds then complete a straightforward run chase to secure the win and stay in the competition. Both outlets describe Litchfield’s performance as a standout “masterclass”, with the key highlight being her rapid 50, the quickest in women’s Hundred history. The match result is framed as an elimination for Phoenix, while Leeds’ victory keeps them alive in the tournament race. Across the reports, the central points are consistent: Litchfield makes a record-setting fifty, Phoenix finish on 107/9, and SunRisers Leeds complete their chase successfully to win the match in Birmingham.