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Duckett, Amir star as Rockets edge Sunrisers by 5 runs

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Ben Duckett struck a measured 64 (47) including nine boundaries, helping Trent Rockets post 146-4 in The Hundred men's competition.

A 71-run third-wicket stand between Mitchell Marsh and Harry Brook kept Sunrisers in contention, needing just 35 runs from 20 deliveries. However, Mohammad Amir delivered under pressure, taking two crucial wickets in his 2-20 spell.

Brook departed for 46 (33) after finding Duckett in the covers with a sharp diving catch, while Amir trapped Marsh lbw shortly after. The required rate became too steep for the remaining batters.

Trent Rockets' fourth consecutive victory moves them four points clear at the top of The Hundred table, while Sunrisers Leeds remain fifth with two wins and two defeats.