Rockets survive late fightback to beat Sunrisers
Trent Rockets hold off a late assault from Annabel Sutherland and Lauren Winfield-Hill to beat defending champions Sunrisers Leeds by five runs and extend their winning streak to three matches
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Annabel Sutherland is an Australian cricketer who plays for the Sunrisers Leeds.
Hannah Baker is a cricketer who plays for Trent Rockets.
Jess Jonassen is an Australian cricketer who also plays for the Sunrisers Leeds.
Lauren Winfield-Hill is an English cricketer known for her contributions to the national team.
Sophia Dunkley is a cricketer who plays for England.
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Trent Rockets hold off a late assault from Annabel Sutherland and Lauren Winfield-Hill to beat defending champions Sunrisers Leeds by five runs and extend their winning streak to three matches
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