The Hundred 2025 Match 21: WEF vs SOB head-to-head, pitch report & predicted playing XIs

Welsh Fire will face Southern Brave in Match 21 of The Hundred Men's 2025 at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff, on Wednesday, August 20. It is the first of two matches planned for the day—the second game will be London Spirit versus Northern Superchargers. Welsh Fire have had a poor campaign with only one win from four matches—that win coming against Manchester Originals. With only four points to their name and at the bottom of the table, the Fire must find a way to turn things around very quickly if they are to qualify for the playoffs.

Southern Brave On the other hand, they have been in a better position with two wins from their five matches. Nevertheless, their recent performance is worrying, as they have lost three games in a row following their two victories at the beginning of the tournament. James Vince’s side will be determined to turn things around and secure their third victory of the season in this crucial encounter.

WEF vs SOB: Head-to-Head Record

• Matches Played – 8
  
• Welsh Fire wins – 1
  
• Southern Brave wins – 6
  
• Tied/No Result – 1
  

Southern Brave have dominated Welsh Fire, winning six out of the eight times they have met. Fire will be keen to better their record against them, whereas Brave will look to keep the fortress intact.

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WEF vs SOB: Pitch Report

Sophia Gardens is a batter-friendly pitch. It has good bounce and carries the ball all the way through the innings. There are usually high scores, so usually advantageous to bowl first and chase under lights. Usually spinners won't get much turn and will be reliant on their variations to help contain batters.

WEF vs SOB: Predicted Playing XIs

Welsh Fire (WEF): Stephen Eskinazi, Steven Smith, Jonny Bairstow (C & WK), Luke Wells, Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Paul Walter, Chris Green, Saif Zaib, David Payne, Matt Henry, Ajeet Singh Dale

Southern Brave (SOB): Leus du Plooy, James Vince (C), Jason Roy, Laurie Evans (WK), James Coles, Michael Bracewell, Hilton Cartwright, Jordan Thompson, Craig Overton, Jofra Archer, Tymal Mills