The Birmingham Phoenix men head into the 2025 Hundred season looking to rebuild after a mixed 2024 campaign. Under new captain Liam Livingstone, the squad has welcomed New Zealand pace stars Trent Boult and Tim Southee, along with emerging English seamers Dan Mousley and 17 year old Harry Moore - the youngest ever contracted by Phoenix at £41,500 for three weeks .
The core remains strong with Ben Duckett, Joe Clarke, Jacob Bethell, and all‑rounder Benny Howell, offering a balance of aggression and experience. After finishing mid-table last season, the Phoenix will rely on their overseas bowling depth and a heavy top order to push into playoff contention.
Birmingham Phoenix Squad 2025
Ben Duckett, Liam Livingstone, Trent Boult, Joe Clarke, Jacob Bethell. Benny Howell, Adam Milne, Dan Mousley, Tim Southee, Will Smeed, Chris Wood, Freddie McCann, Tom Helm, Aneurin Donald, Liam Patterson-White, Louis Kimber.
Team Analysis
Strengths :
- Explosive top order featuring Ben Duckett, Will Smeed, and Livingstone, ideal for early momentum.
- Three experienced overseas pacers (Boult, Southee, Milne) offer variety and control.
- Depth in batting with multi-dimensional players like Howell, Bethell, Mousley.
Weaknesses :
- Potential pressure on spin options, reliance on part‑time spin in middle overs.
- Inconsistent death bowling, may struggle if senior pacers off‑form.
- Middle‑order experience is fragile; under pressure depth may shut down.
Birmingham Phoenix Key Players:
Ben Duckett – Top Phoenix run-getter across recent seasons; his form at the top can set the tone. Finished 2024 with 269 runs in seven innings and average 67.25.
Liam Livingstone – Leading Phoenix in career T20 runs and the new captain; his all-round skills and leadership will be crucial.
Trent Boult – The experienced New Zealand left-armer adds early swing and big match pedigree.
Birmingham Phoenix Player Stats
Top Run-Scorers
| Player Name | Matches Played | Runs | Average | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liam Livingstone | 30 | 755 | 32.82 | 146.88 |
| Moeen Ali | 30 | 635 | 22.67 | 138.64 |
| Ben Duckett | 14 | 439 | 43.90 | 156.78 |
Top Wicket Takers
| Player Name | Matches Played | Wickets | Average | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adam Milne | 24 | 34 | 13.94 | 7.11 |
| Benny Howell | 33 | 32 | 19.50 | 7.32 |
| Thomas Helm | 20 | 21 | 21.38 | 9.86 |
| Tim Southee | 9 | 14 | 13.78 | 6.81 |
Can Birmingham Phoenix Win The Hundred 2025?
Yes, they can - but only if they stay consistent with both bat and ball. With Liam Livingstone leading and a strong group of fast bowlers, they have the right players to do well, especially at their home ground in Edgbaston.
But they don’t have a top quality spinner for longer spells, and their middle order could struggle under pressure. If their overseas bowlers do well and Ben Duckett scores runs, they have a good chance of reaching the playoffs in The Men's Hundred 2025 season.
Our Final Verdict: We expect the Birmingham Phoenix men to finish 4th, with around 4 to 5 wins in the league stage. They have the firepower to reach the knockouts, but their final position will depend on how well they handle key moments in close games.
