Will Smeed hit the first ever hundred in The Hundred as last year's final was replayed at Edgbaston.
Smeed socked an unbeaten 101 (50 balls) to lift his side to 176 for four. The Brave replied with a paltry 123 all out as Henry Brookes enjoyed a dream debut on the ground he has always called home.
The Edgbaston product took five for 25 and two excellent catches as Phoenix banked their first victory of the campaign and handed James Vince’s side their first defeat in nine matches.
Tickets on sale now for The Hundred
Birmingham Phoenix are back! An unforgettable experience, bringing world-class sporting action and excitement to Edgbaston this summer.
Tickets are once again great value with prices set at £5 for juniors aged 3-15 (under 3s free) and adults starting from £19. Tickets selling fast for the home opener against Southern Brave on Saturday 3 August.
