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Welsh Fire Women (WEF) will cross swords with Manchester Originals (MNR) in the second match of The Hundred Women’s Competition 2023.
Last year, both teams failed to qualify for the knockout stages and will now be aiming to bounce back this year.
The Welsh Fire will be under the captaincy of swashbuckling English batter Tammy Beaumont. The team consists of a strong lineup with some prominent players like Hayley Matthews, Laura Harris and Shabnim Ismail, all of who are established international faces and are expected to provide the team with stability.
Meanwhile, the Manchester Originals will be led by the veteran England spinner Sophie Ecclestone. The team boasts a powerful squad which includes star performers such as Laura Wolvaardt, Deandra Dottin, and Amanda Wellington. All these players will be determined to make a significant impact in the Women’s Hundred 2023 and ensure their team’s success.
The Hundred Women 2023, 2nd Match:
- Date and Time: August 2, 2023, 10:30 am GMT | 11:30 am local | 4:00 pm IST
- Venue: Sophia Gardens, Cardiff
WEF-W vs MNR-W Pitch Report:
The pitch at Sophia Gardens is a paradise for bowlers, offering ample assistance and movement. Fast bowlers will relish the seam and swing early on, while spinners will find turn as the match progresses. Batters will have to show great technique and patience, as scoring runs won’t be easy. Spending time in the middle before attempting high-risk strokes will be crucial for them to post a competitive total. The toss could play a significant role, and both teams will be eager to capitalize on the favourable bowling conditions to gain an edge in this thrilling contest at this venue.
WEF-W vs MNR-W Dream11 Prediction Picks:
- Wicketkeepers: Sarah Bryce
- Batters: Sophia Dunkley, Emma Lamb, Laura Wolvaardt, Tammy Beaumont
- All-rounders: Deandra Dottin, Hayley Matthews, Kathryn Bryce
- Bowlers: Sophie Ecclestone, Amanda Wellington, Shabnim Ismail
WEF-W vs MNR-W Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:
Choice 1: Hayley Matthews (c), Sophie Ecclestone (vc)
Choice 2: Deandra Dottin (c), Laura Wolvaardt (vc)
WEF-W vs MNR-W Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Phoebe Graham, Phoebe Graham, Ami Campbell, Ella McCaughan
WEF-W vs MNR-W Dream11 Team for today’s match (Aug 2, 10:30 am GMT):
Squads:
Welsh Fire Women: Hayley Matthews, Ella McCaughan, Laura Harris, Tammy Beaumont (c), Alex Griffiths, Sophia Dunkley, Sarah Bryce (wk), Chloe Skelton, Georgia Elwiss, Shabnim Ismail, Alex Hartley, Freya Davies, Claire Nicholas, Emily Windsor, Kate Coppack
Manchester Originals Women: Laura Wolvaardt, Deandra Dottin, Amara Carr (wk), Ami Campbell, Emma Lamb, Sophie Ecclestone (c), Kathryn Bryce, Katie George, Fi Morris, Phoebe Graham, Laura Jackson, Mahika Gaur, Liberty Heap, Eleanor Threlkeld, Amanda Wellington
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