Welsh Fire vs Southern Brave, 21st Match Pitch Report - Match Overview & Playing XI | The Hundred Mens Competition 2025

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20 August 2025 | 10:56AM
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The 21st Match of The Hundred Men’s Competition 2025 will see Welsh Fire (WEF) lock horns with Southern Brave (SOB) at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff on 20 August 2025, 7:30 PM IST. Both teams are entering the crucial middle phase of the tournament, where every victory strengthens playoff chances and every slip can prove costly.


The Welsh Fire side is built around experienced international stars and exciting domestic performers. With a strong top order and impactful all-rounders, WEF will rely on their ability to accelerate in the powerplay and control the middle overs with disciplined bowling.


The Southern Brave, on the other hand, boast an explosive batting unit backed by an equally potent pace attack. Their batters are known for power-hitting, while their bowlers bring variety, making them a dangerous side in both batting first and chasing scenarios.


With both teams stacked with quality all-rounders, the balance between bat and ball is expected to decide the outcome. Fans following the WEF vs SOB Live Score can anticipate a thrilling contest full of sixes, quick wickets, and game-changing moments under the Cardiff lights.

Welsh Fire vs Southern Brave, 21st Match Details

Series

The Hundred Mens Competition 2025

Match

Welsh Fire vs Southern Brave

Date & Time

20 August 2025, 07:30 PM

Venue

Sophia Gardens, Cardiff

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Welsh Fire vs Southern Brave, 21st Match Weather Condition

10:45 am

Cloud

75%

Humidity

72%

Wind

25.9 km/h

17.2

o

Partly cloudy

Sophia Gardens, Cardiff

Sophia Gardens Pitch Report

Pitch Condition

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Batting Condition

Average

Pace Bowling

Average

Spin Bowling

Average

Pace vs Spin on Venue

(Last 10 match)

The Sophia Gardens surface has traditionally supported balanced contests between bat and ball. While the pitch is good for batting, the extra bounce and movement under lights often aid fast bowlers, especially with the new ball. Spinners too enjoy some purchase as the game progresses, making middle-over control crucial. Batters who spend time in the middle usually find it easier to accelerate later on, while all-rounders can prove decisive. A total in the range of 145–165 runs is likely to be competitive in this 100-ball format, with teams preferring to chase given the dew factor and shorter boundaries on one side of the ground.

Welsh Fire Recent form

Last 5 Matches

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Southern Brave Recent form

Last 5 Matches

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Venue Scoring Pattern

Avg 1st Innings

128

X

119

Avg 2st Innings

Highest Total

165-7 by LS vs WF

X

3-0 by WF vs NS

Lowest Total

Highest Chased

165-7 by LS vs WF

X

165-4 by SB vs WF

Lowest Defended

Matches Won
Batting First

7

39%
|
61%
Bowling First

11

Welsh Fire vs Southern Brave, 21st Match Squad

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Welsh Fire Probable XI :

Saif Zaib, Steven Smith, Stephen Eskinazi, Thomas Abell, Jonny Bairstow, Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Paul Walter, Ben Kellaway, Chris Green, Luke Wells, David Payne

Southern Brave Probable XI :

James Vince, Leus du Plooy, Jason Roy, Hilton Cartwright, Laurie Evans, Jordan Thompson, James Coles, Michael Bracewell, Jofra Archer, Danny Briggs, Tymal Mills

Conclusion

The WEF vs SOB Live Score, 21st Match of The Hundred Men’s Competition 2025, promises to be a high-intensity clash with both sides evenly matched. Welsh Fire will look to capitalize on home advantage, banking on their batting firepower and dependable all-rounders to deliver under pressure. Their bowlers will need to execute smart variations to contain Southern Brave’s aggressive batting lineup. Southern Brave, however, have the edge with their experienced international stars and a pace attack that thrives in Cardiff conditions. If their top order clicks, they could dominate the game early on. That said, Welsh Fire’s balance makes them a formidable opponent, capable of staging a comeback at any stage. With playoff spots at stake, this battle is expected to go down to the wire, making it one of the must-watch contests of this year’s Hundred. Fans can expect fireworks, big-hitting, and momentum swings throughout the evening.