Welsh Fire vs Manchester Originals Preview & Prediction | The Hundred Men 2025 | Group Stage

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Welsh Fire and Manchester Originals have combined for just one win in five men’s Hundred fixtures involving at least one of these two franchises so far this year.

Date & time:

Venue: Sophia Gardens, Cardiff, Wales

Weather: Dry with sunny intervals and temperatures reaching highs of 22c.

How to watch: UK – Every game is televised live on Sky Sports and can be streamed live on Sky Go. This match will also be televised on BBC Two and can be streamed on the BBC Sport website and BBC iPlayer

Welsh Fire vs Manchester Originals prediction

Although Manchester Originals lost their opening two matches, a much-needed win over London Spirit this past Monday perhaps represents an upturn in fortunes. That was always likely with a batting unit of their quality, but we’re still waiting for Welsh Fire to get off the mark. They are very over-reliant on their top three/four batters and a lack of depth is hurting them right now.

The reality is that Welsh need more than just Jonny Bairstow or Steve Smith to come through for them here. Manchester Originals appear to have the edge in terms of lower order depth and finishing ability, which makes them the team worth backing to come out on top in what may prove a low-scoring encounter.

Welsh Fire vs Manchester Originals tip: Manchester Originals to win