BPH vs WEF Match Preview

The 24th match of The Hundred 2025 will take place on Friday night in Birmingham between Birmingham Phoenix and Welsh Fire. The Phoenix have had a reasonable season so far, sitting fifth with eight points from five matches. Meanwhile, the Fire have struggled and currently sit last with four points from five games. Birmingham had Welsh Fire's number in this tournament, and they should be confident of another victory.

BPH vs WEF Match Details 

Birmingham Phoenix vs Welsh Fire – 24th Match, The Hundred Men 2025

Venue: Edgbaston Stadium, Birmingham

Date & Time: 22nd August 2025 at 11:00 PM IST

Live Streaming: FanCode

BPH vs WEF Venue Stats

BPH vs WEF Pitch Report

The pitch at Edgbaston Stadium is a batsman's dream. There are plenty of runs available on this surface, and the primary batters in both teams will be eager to make the most of the circumstances at the venue.

BPH vs WEF Weather Report

The climate at Birmingham is anticipated to be cloudy on match day, with temperatures ranging from 13 to 21°C  

BPH vs WEF Last Five Matches

BPH vs WEF Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

Also Read: The Hundred 2025: BPH-W vs WEF-W Dream11 Prediction 24th Match

BPH vs WEF Probable Playing XIs:

Birmingham Phoenix Probable Playing XIs

Welsh Fire Probable Playing XIs

Tom Abell (c), Jonny Bairstow (wk), Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Steven Smith, Luke Wells, Saif Zaib, Paul Walter, Chris Green, David Payne, Ajeet Dale, Matt Henry

Topmost Picks for BPH vs WEF Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Birmingham Phoenix

• Liam Livingstone –  Liam Livingstone has carried the majority of the load with the bat, scoring 211 runs in five games at an average of 70.33 and a rate of 166.14. 
• Benny Howell –  Benny Howell has been the most consistent figure in the bowling assault, taking six wickets in five outings at an economy rate of 8.26.

Top Picks – Welsh Fire

• Jonny Bairstow –  Jonny Bairstow, as skipper, has basically kept that batting order alive on his own, scoring 200 runs in five innings at a strike rate of 175.43.
• Matt Henry –  Matt Henry was outstanding in the last game against the Southern Brave, taking 2-5 from 20 balls.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for BPH vs WEF Dream11 Team:

Jonny Bairstow(VC), Joe Clarke, Ben Duckett, Steve Smith, Jacob Bethell, Chris Green, Benny Howell, Liam Livingstone(C), David Payne, Matt Henry, Trent Boult

The Hundred Men 2025 BPH vs WEF Match Captain and Vice Captain choice for GL:

Captain – Liam Livingstone, Steve Smith

Vice-captain – Jonny Bairstow, Jacob Bethell

BPH vs WEF Probable Winners:

Birmingham Phoenix had a difficult start to the competition, but their recent win over London ought to have boosted confidence considerably. They are facing Welsh Fire, a team they have defeated in three of their previous four meetings. The Fire have appeared off color this season, so Phoenix will be favored to win again here. Considering the team combination, Birmingham Phoenix is expected to win this match.

BPH vs WEF Match Preview

On Thursday evening, Birmingham Phoenix will face Welsh Fire in match 14 of the 2023 Men’s Hundred at Edgbaston. After one defeat and two no-results, the Invincibles have yet to win their first game of the tournament. Welsh Fire has three points after three games. Birmingham Phoenix will be hoping for their first win of the season in this game. They will, however, face a formidable bowling attack at Welsh Fire. Welsh Fire have had some thrilling games so far this season. Their bowling attack is widely regarded as among the best in the competition.

BPH vs WEF Match Details

Birmingham Phoenix vs Welsh Fire – 14th Match

Venue: Edgbaston Cricket Ground – Edgbaston

Date & Time: 10th August 2023 at 11:00 PM IST 

Live Streaming: Fancode app

BPH vs WEF Venue Stats

BPH vs WEF Pitch Report

We have yet to see a ball bowled in the Men’s Hundred at Edgbaston this year due to the weather. We anticipate a fast pitch with a par score of 155 or higher.

BPH vs WEF Weather Report

The forecast for Thursday evening in Birmingham is for a warm evening with temperatures in the mid-20s. By the end of the game, the humidity will be extremely high.

BPH vs WEF Last Five Matches

BPH vs WEF Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

BPH vs WEF Probable Playing XIs:

Birmingham Phoenix Probable Playing XIs

Will Smeed, Ben Duckett, Moeen Ali (c), Liam Livingstone, Jamie Smith (wk), Dan Mousley, Shadab Khan, Benny Howell, Adam Milne, Tom Helm, Kane Richardson

Welsh Fire Probable Playing XIs

Joe Clarke (wk), Luke Wells, Stephen Eskinazi, Tom Abell (c), Glenn Phillips, David Willey, Ben Green, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Roelof van der Merwe, Haris Rauf, David Payne

Topmost Picks for BPH vs WEF Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Birmingham Phoenix

• Liam Livingstone – The 30 year old hit two fours and one six in his innings at Old Trafford on Monday. The all-rounder will look to hit the ball over the stands at this venue.
• Benny Howell – The right-arm medium pacer should get some assistance from the overhead conditions on Thursday and dismissed Laurie Evans, Max Holden and Paul Walter in the last game.

Top Picks – Welsh Fire

• Joe Clarke – The England hopeful had a poor start to the tournament with successive ducks but he showed his class in the last game with 10 boundaries in his unbeaten innings.
• Shaheen Shah Afridi – The Pakistan pace bowler is one of the most exciting new ball bowlers in world cricket. He is always very dangerous in the first over 

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for BPH vs WEF Dream11 Team:

Joe Clarke, Luke Wells(VC), Glenn Phillips, Ben Duckett, Liam Livingstone(C), David Willey, Shadab Khan, Benny Howell, Adam Milne, Shaheen Shah Afridi, David Payne

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for BPH vs WEF Dream11 Team:

Joe Clarke, Ben Green, Glenn Phillips, Will Smeed, Liam Livingstone, David Willey(C), Shadab Khan, Benny Howell(VC), Adam Milne, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Haris Rauf

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – David Willey, Liam Livingstone

Vice-captain – Benny Howell, Luke Wells

Wicketkeeper – Joe Clarke

BPH vs WEF Probable Winners:

Under sunny skies, the Edgbaston crowd will be in for a good game on Thursday night! We anticipate a tight match with plenty of attacking strokes at the top of the order from both teams. Despite their strong bowling attack, we believe Welsh Fire will struggle with the bat in this match. We believe Birmingham Phoenix will win. Considering the team combination, Birmingham Phoenix is expected to win this match.