The Hundred 2023, women's match preview: Welsh Fire v London Spirit

Team news, key matchups, TV and streaming information, weather forecast, odds, form rundown, start time, venue, squad lists and more

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What's the match?

Welsh Fire host London Spirit in the next match of the women's Hundred 2023.

When is it taking place?

The game is due to start at 2.30pm BST on Sunday, August 20.

Where is the match taking place?

Welsh Fire's home ground is Sophia Gardens in Cardiff. 

Who's got the form?

After a dismal 2022, Welsh Fire have won four of their last five games after their campaign began inauspiciously with a washout.

Their most recent victory was the work of a fine century from Tammy Beaumont as she looked to send a message to England's selectors around her T20 ability.

A win for Gareth Breese's side will confirm their place in the top three.

London Spirit can't get there, however; their tournament has been ruined by weather and close defeats against Southern Brave (with three balls remaining) and Northern Superchargers (with one ball remaining).

What's the key matchup?

Beaumont is in the form of her life, enjoying a spectacular summer. Sarah Glenn, the England leggie, has taken nine wickets in 16 overs so far in the competition, so her battle with England teammate Beaumont could be crucial.

Fire, though, have their own trump card with the ball in the shape of Shabnim Ismail, who has brought the winning mentality of Oval Invincibles to Cardiff. Her match-winning hat-trick earlier in the tournament was one of the highlights of the month.

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Welsh Fire take on London Spirit [Getty Images]

Can I get tickets?

Tickets are on sale for this game, with availability listed as "limited".

Tickets can be found by visiting The Hundred's website.

What's the weather forecast?

A dry day in Cardiff, with temperatures topping out at 21 degrees Celsius. 

What are the squads?

Welsh Fire: Tammy Beaumont, Hayley Matthews, Sophia Dunkley, Shabnim Ismail, Georgia Elwiss, Freya Davies, Laura Harris, Alex Hartley, Alex Griffiths, Claire Nicholas, Sarah Bryce, Emily Windsor, Ella McCaughan, Chloe Skelton, Kate Coppack

London SpiritHeather Knight, Amelia Kerr, Charlie Dean, Danielle Gibson, Grace Harris, Sarah Glenn, Sophie Munro, Sophie Luff, Grace Scrivens, Tara Norris, Niamh Holland, Richa Ghosh, Lauren Filer, Chloe Hill, Alice Monaghan

What's the team news?

Welsh Fire's battery of England players have all been omitted from England's T20I squad for various reasons, with Beaumont, Sophia Dunkley and Freya Davies all absent. Heather Knight will captain London Spirit and is included in both England squads to face Sri Lanka.

What are the possible starting XIs?

Welsh Fire: Sophia Dunkley, Tammy Beaumont, Sarah Bryce, Laura Harris, Georgia Elwiss, Ella McCaughan, Alex Griffiths, Shabnim Ismail, Freya Davies, Claire Nicholas, Alex Hartley

London Spirit: Niamh Holland, Dani Gibson, Heather Knight, Grace Harris, Amelia Kerr, Richa Ghosh, Sarah Glenn, Charlie Dean, Alice Monaghan, Tara Norris, Lauren Filer

What are the odds?

Fire are heavy favourites to win at 11/17, with London Spirit available at 13/10.

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London Spirit in action [Getty Images]

What's the prediction?

Welsh Fire to win comfortably.

Where can I watch?

Sky Sports has live coverage of the match on their dedicated cricket channel (Sky 404, Virgin 514).

Now TV offer daily access to Sky Sports for £11.99 or monthly access for £33.99.

On radio, Test Match Special will have ball-by-ball commentary on 5Live Sports Extra.

The Cricketer will have post-match analysis and reaction.

Visit The Cricketer's Hundred Hub for the latest news, team guides, competition information, squad listings and analysis.

Where can I watch the competition elsewhere in the world?

North America - Willow

Caribbean - Flow Sports

Sub Saharan Africa - SuperSport

Mainland Europe - ICC TV

Indian sub continent - Sony (broadcast) and FanCode (digital)

Australia - Fox

New Zealand - TVNZ

Singapore - Singtel

Hong Kong - PCCW

Malaysia - Astro

MENA - beIN Sports


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