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Welsh Fire’s struggles in The Hundred 2025 show no signs of easing, as the team once again finds itself staring at the prospect of an early exit. Having failed to reach the knockout stage in each of the first four seasons, their woes have carried into the current campaign. At the halfway mark, they sit at the bottom of the points table with just one win to their name.
To keep their hopes alive, Welsh Fire must pull off a flawless run in their remaining four matches. Their next test, however, is a daunting one against the inaugural champions, Southern Brave, on Wednesday.
The Brave, meanwhile, are also walking a fine line. They occupy a spot in the top four, but only just, and a slip-up here could push them out of playoff contention. For both teams, this clash is about much more than points—it’s a survival battle. Defeat would all but end the loser’s campaign, while victory could breathe fresh life into their season.
WEF vs SOB Head-to-Head Record
- Match Details: 08 | SOB won: 06 | WEF won: 01 | No results: 01
The Hundred 2025 Match Details
- Date and Time: August 20; 7:30 pm/ 2:00 pm GMT/ 3:00 pm local
- Venue: Sophia Gardens, Cardiff
Sophia Gardens Pitch Report
The surface at Sophia Gardens generally offers a fair battle between bat and ball. Fast bowlers can find early assistance with movement and bounce when the ball is new, making the opening overs crucial. However, the pitch usually settles as the game progresses, which is why teams chasing have historically enjoyed greater success at this venue.
WEF vs SOB Dream11 Prediction Picks
- Wicketkeepers: Jonny Bairstow
- Batters: Steve Smith, Jason Roy, Leus Du Plooy
- All-rounders: Michael Bracewell, Chris Green, James Coles
- Bowlers: Matt Henry, Tymal Mills, Chris Overton, Jofra Archer
WEF vs SOB Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain
- Choice 1: Michael Bracewell (c), Tymal Mills (vc)
- Choice 2: Jason Roy (c), Jonny Bairstow (vc)
WEF vs SOB Dream11 Prediction Backups
David Payne, James Vince, Laurie Evans, Tom Kohler-Cadmore
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WEF vs SOB Dream11 Team for today’s match (August 20, 7:30 pm IST)
Squads
Welsh Fire: Steve Smith, Jonny Bairstow, Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Tom Abell, Luke Wells, Stephen Eskinazi, David Payne, Paul Walter, Riley Meredith, Chris Green, Saif Zaib, Josh Hull, Mason Crane, Ajeet Singh Dale, Ben Kellaway, Matt Henry
Southern Brave: James Vince, Jofra Archer, Tymal Mills, Chris Jordan, Jason Roy, Leus Du Plooy, Craig Overton, Laurie Evans, Finn Allen, Danny Briggs, James Coles, Michael Bracewell, Reece Topley, Jordan Thompson, Toby Albert, Hilton Cartwright
