Welsh Fire Women (WEF W) will contend with the Southern Brave (SOB W) on Wednesday, August 20, at the Sophia Gardens in Cardiff on Wednesday, August 20 in match no. 21 of the ongoing The Women’s Hundred 2025.Fire are currently languishing at the bottom of the points table. With four losses to their name, the Tammy Beaumont-led team hasn’t been able to play its best cricket. However, they would look to register their first win in the upcoming game.Meanwhile, the Southern Brave have had a completely contrasting season, as they lead the tally with 20 points to their name. The Georgia Adams-led team are on a five-match winning streak and will look to continue the same momentum forward.WEF W vs SOB W Match Details
Pitch ReportThe surface at Sophia Gardens is expected to assist pacers with swing and seam movement in the early overs. Once batters get set, they can enjoy good carry and time their shots well, though patience will be key early on. While the pitch offers something for both batters and bowlers, chasing sides have held the advantage here, aided by consistent dew and the ability to control the scoreboard.WEF W vs SOB W Head-to-Head Record
WEF W vs SOB W Predicted Playing XIsWelsh Fire Women (WEF W):Hayley Matthews, Sophia Dunkley, Tammy Beaumont(c), Georgia Elwiss, Jess Jonassen, Sarah Bryce(w), Katie George, Georgia Davis, Freya Davies, Shabnim Ismail, Katie LevickSouthern Brave Women (SOB W):Maia Bouchier, Danielle Wyatt-Hodge, Laura Wolvaardt, Sophie Devine, Freya Kemp, Chloe Tryon, Georgia Adams(c), Rhianna Southby(w), Mady Villiers, Lauren Bell, Tilly Corteen-ColemanAlso Check:The Hundred Womens 2025 SquadsProbable Top PerformersProbable Best Batter: Danielle Wyatt-HodgeDanielle Wyatt-Hodge is third on the list of leading run-getters this season in the Women’s Hundred. In five matches, she has amassed 164 runs at an average of 32.80 and a strike rate of 132.25. Hodge will look to get her team off to a solid start and make things easier for the batters to follow.Also Check:The Hundred Womens 2025 StatsProbable Best Bowler: Lauren BellLauren Bell has been in incredible form since the start of the season, claiming 12 wickets in five matches so far. She is averaging 8.08 and has an economy rate of 5.87. Her best performance this season came at Nottingham when she bagged figures of 3/16 against Trent Rockets. Bell’s spell is going to be very crucial for her team in the upcoming clash.Today’s Match Prediction: Southern Brave Women to win the matchWelsh Fire Women vs Southern Brave WomenDisclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.
