Match 6 of The Women’s Hundred 2025 promises fireworks as last year’s finalists, Welsh Fire Women and London Spirit Women, face off once again. Their 2024 showdown went down to the wire, with London Spirit snatching the trophy and leaving Welsh Fire heartbroken. This time, Welsh will be determined to flip the script and reaffirm their champion pedigree, while Spirit will aim to prove their dominance wasn’t a one-off. With both sides stacked with proven match-winners, fans can expect a contest brimming with skill, grit, and high stakes.
Squads:
Welsh Fire Women’s Cricket Team
Tammy Beaumont, Sophia Dunkley, Hayley Matthews, Jess Jonassen, Sarah Bryce, Shabnim Ismail, Freya Davies, Georgia Elwiss, Katie George, Georgia Davis, Katie Levick, Emily Windsor, Beth Langston, Charley Phillips, Alex Griffiths
London Spirit Women’s Cricket Team
Heather Knight, Grace Harris, Sarah Glenn, Danielle Gibson, Deepti Sharma, Charlie Dean, Eva Gray, Georgia Redmayne, Issy Wong, Cordelia Griffith, Tara Norris, Sophie Munro, Rebecca Tyson, Abi Norgrove, Kate Coppack
Players to watch out:
Hayley Matthews
A global superstar of the cricketing world and the current captain of West Indies, Hayley Matthews once again proved her all-round pedigree with a brilliant spell of 2/18 in this season opener, against Northern Superchargers. Her performances in The Hundred reflect her immense impact on both sides of the game — in just 25 matches, she has scored 662 runs, including the highest of 78* not out, and claimed 25 wickets, with best figures of 4/14. Fearless in her stroke play at the top and equally potent with the ball, Matthews has the rare ability to change the course of a match single-handedly.
Tammy Beaumont
Welsh Fire’s captain, wicketkeeper, and opener, Tammy Beaumont continued her fine form with a composed 32 off 21 balls against Northern Superchargers, anchoring the innings with her trademark fluency. She enters this season blazing hot after a stellar summer against Pakistan, where she amassed 484 runs across ODI and T20I series, including her maiden international T20 century. Since joining Welsh Fire in 2022, Beaumont has led from the front, scoring 592 runs, highlighted by her record-breaking 118 in 2023, in Women’s Hundred history.
Grace Harris
The Player of the Match against Oval Invincibles, Grace Harris delivered a breathtaking performance in the opening game, smashing an unbeaten 89* off just 42 balls to power London Spirit. Since joining the side in 2023, she has accumulated 203 runs, with her latest knock now standing as her highest score in the competition. Known for her clean hitting and ability to shift momentum in an instant, Harris remains a vital middle-order weapon for the Spirit.
Issy Wong
In her debut season for London Spirit, Issy Wong has already made an impression, picking up 2/26 against Oval Invincibles. Her raw pace, ability to extract bounce, and knack for striking in key moments make her a valuable asset in both the powerplay and death overs. The fiery pacer carries momentum from her recent performances in the Women’s T20 Blast picking up 4/14, where she delivered decisive spells, including crucial final-over wickets.
Pitch:
Sophia Gardens pitch in Cardiff offers a surface that generally provides a good contest between bat and ball, with both batters and bowlers having opportunities to succeed. Early on, pacers can find some movement and bounce, especially with the new ball and in helpful conditions.
Weather:
Partly cloudy skies are expected, with temperatures around 22°C. Humidity will be at 59%, and there’s a 20% chance of precipitation. Conditions should remain pleasant for cricket, with minimal weather interruptions likely.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Tammy Beaumont, Hayley Matthews, Grace Harris, Jess Jonassen, Heather Knight, Sophia Dunkley, Deepti Sharma, Shabnim Ismail, Sarah Glenn, Issy Wong, Katie Levick
Match Details:
Date – August 9, 2025
Time – 7:00 PM IST
Venue – Sophia Gardens, Cardiff
Broadcast – The game will be live streamed on FanCode and telecasted on Sony Sports Network.
