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The Hundred Women’s competition continues as Welsh Fire host Oval Invincibles at Sophia Gardens. Welsh Fire will be looking to build on their opening win, while Oval Invincibles aim to maintain their winning momentum.
Welsh Fire Women Preview
Welsh Fire made a strong start to the tournament, defeating Manchester Originals in their opening match. Their batting lineup, led by Tammy Beaumont and Sophia Dunkley, showed promise. However, the middle order lacks depth, and the team will rely heavily on their top order to deliver. The bowling attack, featuring Jess Jonassen and Georgia Davis, will need to be at their best to contain the strong Invincibles batting lineup.
Welsh Fire Women Predicted Playing XI:
- Tammy Beaumont (c)
- Sophia Dunkley
- Hayley Matthews
- Sarah Bryce (wk)
- Jess Jonassen
- Georgia Elwiss
- Phoebe Franklin
- Ella McCaughan
- Freya Davies
- Georgia Davis
- Shabnim Ismail
Oval Invincibles Women Preview
Oval Invincibles made a strong start to the tournament, defeating Birmingham Phoenix in their opening match. Their batting lineup, led by Paige Scholfield and Alice Capsey, showed promise. The bowling attack, featuring Amanda-Jade Wellington and Marizanne Kapp, was impressive in restricting the opposition.
Oval Invincibles Women Predicted Playing XI:
- Lauren Winfield-Hill (c & wk)
- Paige Scholfield
- Alice Capsey
- Marizanne Kapp
- Mady Villiers
- Laura Harris
- Amanda-Jade Wellington
- Joanne Gardner
- Ryana Macdonald Gay
- Sophia Smale
- Rachel Slater
Pitch and Weather Conditions:
- The Sophia Gardens pitch is expected to offer a balanced contest between bat and ball.
- The weather forecast predicts cloudy conditions with a chance of light rain showers.
Toss Prediction:
Both teams will be keen to win the toss and bat first, taking advantage of the batting-friendly conditions.
Match Prediction:
Oval Invincibles are slight favorites going into this match, given their strong squad and impressive performance in their opening match. However, Welsh Fire will be eager to build on their winning start and defend their home turf.
Winner: Oval Invincibles Will Win
Expect a closely fought contest with Oval Invincibles emerging as slight favorites.
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