Welsh Fire Women (WEF-W) and Manchester Originals Women (MNR-W) are set to face off in Match 12 of The Hundred Women 2025 on Wednesday, August 13 at the iconic Sophia Gardens, Cardiff. The match will start at 7:30 PM IST (3:00 PM local time).
This fixture is crucial for both teams — WEF-W are yet to win a game this season after two losses, while MNR-W have one win from three matches. Both sides are looking to climb the points table and revive their campaigns.
Match Details
| Tournament | The Hundred Women’s 2025 |
|---|---|
| Match | Welsh Fire Women vs Manchester Originals Women – Match 12 |
| Venue | Sophia Gardens, Cardiff |
| Date & Time | 7:30 PM IST / 3:00 PM Local |
| Live Streaming | Official The Hundred app/website, Fancode |
Head-to-Head Record
| Matches Played | WEF-W Wins | MNR-W Wins | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
- Last meeting: WEF-W beat MNR-W by 7 wickets (July 25, 2024)
Current Form (Last 5 Matches)
| Team | Form |
|---|---|
| WEF-W | L L L L W |
| MNR-W | L W L L W |
Pitch Report – Sophia Gardens, Cardiff
- Type: Balanced wicket with strong spin assistance
- Average 1st Innings Score: ~121 in last 5 matches
- Favors: Spinners over pacers (34 wickets by spinners vs 25 by pacers in recent games)
- Chasing Record: Teams bowling first have a 60% win rate here
Key Tip: Batters need to settle in before accelerating, while spinners and disciplined pacers will have a big say in the game.
Also Read: The Hundred Men’s 2025 Points Table
Weather Report
- Condition: Mostly sunny to partly cloudy
- Temperature: Around 25–27°C
- Humidity: 55–60%
- Rain Chances: Low (~10%)
- Impact: Minimal chances of interruption
WEF-W vs MNR-W Probable Playing XI
| Welsh Fire Women | Manchester Originals Women |
|---|---|
| Sophia Dunkley | Beth Mooney (c & wk) |
| Hayley Matthews | Kathryn Bryce |
| Tammy Beaumont (c) | Amelia Kerr |
| Georgia Elwiss | Deandra Dottin |
| Jess Jonassen | Seren Smale |
| Sarah Bryce (wk) | Alice Monaghan |
| Emily Windsor | Fritha Morris |
| Katie George | Sophie Ecclestone |
| Freya Davies | Esmae MacGregor |
| Shabnim Ismail | Danielle Gregory |
| Katie Levick | Mahika Gaur |
WEF-W vs MNR-W Dream11 Prediction Small League & Grand League Team:
WEF-W vs MNR-W Dream11 Prediction Small League Team:
WEF-W vs MNR-W Dream11 Prediction Grand League Team:
Key Players to Watch
Welsh Fire Women
- Hayley Matthews: 31 runs & 4 wickets in 2 matches this season, consistent with both bat and ball.
- Tammy Beaumont: 47 runs in 2 matches, including a quick 36 off 21 balls in the opener.
- Freya Davies: 4 wickets in 2 matches, including a 3-wicket haul vs London Spirit.
Manchester Originals Women
- Beth Mooney: 97 runs in 3 matches, with a match-winning 70 recently.
- Deandra Dottin: 53 runs & 2 wickets so far, known for match-winning bursts.
- Amelia Kerr: 30 runs & 4 wickets in 3 matches, dangerous in spin-friendly conditions.
Fantasy Cricket Tips
Captain Picks
- Hayley Matthews – All-round impact player
- Beth Mooney – In-form opener with consistent scoring
Vice-Captain Picks
- Amelia Kerr – Reliable wicket-taker, handy with the bat
- Tammy Beaumont – Aggressive opener and captain
WEF-W vs MNR-W Dream11 Prediction Teams
Small League / Head-to-Head
WK: Beth Mooney, Tammy Beaumont
BAT: Sophia Dunkley, Georgia Elwiss
AR: Hayley Matthews (C), Amelia Kerr (VC), Deandra Dottin, Kathryn Bryce
BOWL: Sophie Ecclestone, Freya Davies, Katie Levick
Grand League
WK: Beth Mooney (VC), Tammy Beaumont
BAT: Sophia Dunkley (C), Georgia Elwiss, Katie George
AR: Amelia Kerr, Jess Jonassen, Kathryn Bryce
BOWL: Sophie Ecclestone, Shabnim Ismail, Freya Davies
Expert Advice
- Load your fantasy team with 2–3 all-rounders as conditions suit players who can contribute in both departments.
- Include at least two frontline spinners for maximum points.
- For Grand Leagues, taking a differential pick like Jess Jonassen or Shabnim Ismail could be a game-changer.
WEF-W vs MNR-W Prediction
Considering the conditions and recent form, Manchester Originals Women have a slight edge if they bowl first. However, WEF-W’s strong spin attack can turn the game in their favor if they defend a competitive total.
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