The 27th match of The Women’s Hundred 2025, between Welsh Fire Women and Trent Rockets Women, is set to take place on 24th of August 2025, at Sophia Gardens in Cardiff.
Welsh Fire Women have struggled this season, securing only one win in six matches, placing them seventh on the table despite a morale-boosting victory against Birmingham Phoenix in their previous outing.
In contrast, Trent Rockets Women have won two of their six games and are narrowly in the race for a top four spot. With both sides desperate for points and the Rockets eyeing a move into the top half of the table, fans can expect a competitive and entertaining contest in Cardiff.
Fantasy Picks: Welsh Fire vs Trent Rockets
Wicketkeeper –
Sarah Bryce
Sarah Bryce plays for Welsh Fire in The Hundred as a wicketkeeper-batter. In 27 innings, she has scored 405 runs at an average of 23.82. She has been a key player for Welsh Fire, both with the bat and behind the wickets. With 11 dismissals in a single season, she had the most of any wicketkeeper in the women’s league. She will be very important to the Welsh Fire.
Batters –
Sophia Dunkley
Sophia Dunkley is an important batter for Welsh Fire in The Hundred. In The Hundred, she has amassed 1030 runs in 37 innings, including seven half-centuries, and has a batting average of 32.18. Dunkley’s batting approach is characterized by power hitting and calculated risks, which significantly improves her team’s performance. Dunkley is a useful top-order batter for Welsh Fire who regularly leaves an impression.
Tammy Beaumont
Tammy Beaumont is the captain of Welsh Fire in The Hundred and a top-tier right-handed opening batter. She has been among the top run-scorers ever since the competition’s inception, amassing 792 runs with a good strike rate of 123.75 and a batting average of 25.54. Beaumont is a key player for Welsh Fire on and off the field because of her leadership and ability to blend aggressive intent with reliable skill. She is still a major contributor to the competition and a mainstay.
Bryony Smith
English cricketer Bryony Smith can help out with both the bat and the ball. She bowls right-arm off-break and bats right-handed. She has participated in 36 games in The Hundred, scoring 706 runs, including the best of 70. She has an average of 19.61 and a strike rate of 130.74, which includes three fifties. She has taken 18 wickets with the ball with a strike rate of 21 and an average of 29.77, with her best bowling numbers being 3 for 21. Her flexibility includes aggressive batting and strong off-spin bowling.
Nat Sciver-Brunt
Nat Sciver-Brunt is a versatile player who has represented England in all formats, she is well-known for her fast-medium right-arm bowling and powerful right-handed batting. She is a notable all-round contributor in The Hundred, having played for the Trent Rockets. She has scored 1133 runs in 34 innings, the highest of which was an unbeaten 81, which included eight half-centuries. Despite having taken 15 wickets with the ball, she is more known for her batting prowess for the Trent squad.
All-Rounders –
Hayley Matthews
In The Hundred, Hayley Matthews is an all-round player who mostly plays for Welsh Fire. With a batting average of 28.18 and a career-high unbeaten score of 78, Matthews has amassed 761 runs in 31 innings over her Hundred career. She has taken 36 wickets in 27 innings and her best bowling figures read 4 for 14. She is an invaluable member of her squad in the women’s tournament because of her capacity to lead from the front with the bat and the ball.
Jess Jonassen
Jess Jonassen, a skilled left-handed hitter and spinner, excels in tactical bowling and under pressure. She influences games with both bat and ball by fusing her attacking and control abilities. In The Hundred, she is renowned for her useful contributions with the bat and her potent left-arm orthodox spin bowling. She has participated in 14 games thus far in The Hundred, taking 21 wickets and scoring 285 runs. She has picked up a 3-wicket haul and a 4-wicket haul in her last two encounters. For the Welsh Fire, this makes her an essential all-rounder and a game-changer.
Ashleigh Gardner
Australian all-rounder Ashleigh Gardner bowls right-arm off-spin and bats right-handed, making her a dynamic all-around athlete. Her exceptional batting and off-spin bowling have made her a crucial member of the Australian team since her debut in 2017. She has shown her commitment and dependability in every aspect of the game in the competition by taking 15 wickets with the best bowling figures of 3 for 23, and scoring 317 runs in 14 innings, including the highest of 61.
Heather Graham
Heather Graham, an Australian all-rounder, is known for her exceptional performance in The Hundred, where she played a crucial role for the Northern Superchargers and Trent Rockets. Graham has amassed 322 runs in his 25 appearances in The Hundred, including a tournament best of 44, at a strike rate of 127.77. She is also well-known for her ability to take wickets. Her best is 3 for 13, and she has taken 23 wickets in 24 innings. She stands out for helping her teams during crucial tournament stages with her ability to make substantial all-round contributions.
Bowlers –
Freya Davies
Freya Davies, from England, is well-known for her right-arm fast-medium bowling and right-handed batting. She has participated in 34 games in The Hundred, taking 33 wickets at an economy rate of 7.32 and an average of 21.93. At her best, she bowled 3 for 24. Davies’ reputation for taking wickets and bowling economically and effectively makes her a valuable bowling asset for her team in The Hundred. Her economy and ability to take wickets show how effective she is in the competition’s shorter format.
Kirstie Gordon
Kirstie Gordon bats right-handed and bowls slow left-arm orthodox. She has established herself in regional and international cricket and is well-known for her economical and wicket-taking bowling. She has played for the Birmingham Phoenix and Trent Rockets in The Hundred. Her best bowling figures were 3 for 14, and she has taken 37 wickets with the ball at an economy rate of 7.49. She will be an important bowler for the Trent Rockets during this tournament season.
This Fantasy XI is formed with a sharp focus on form, career stats, and the unique challenge posed by Sophia Gardens in Cardiff, England. Make sure to lock in your teams before 3:30 PM and stay tuned for another blockbuster encounter between two of women’s cricket’s exciting clubs locking horns against each other.
