Manchester Originals Women vs Welsh Fire Women Prediction: Who Will Win 12th 100 Ball Women Match on 13th August 2025?
The Manchester Originals Women vs Welsh Fire Women prediction for the 12th match of The Hundred Women 2025 sees two sides at different ends of the confidence spectrum. Scheduled for Wednesday, 13th August 2025, at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff, this clash will be crucial for both teams — Originals aiming to climb higher, and Welsh Fire desperate to secure their first win.
Welsh Fire have struggled in this campaign, losing both games so far, with their batting failing to chase moderate targets. Manchester Originals, meanwhile, have 1 win from 3 matches but possess a strong batting core led by Beth Mooney. Recent form favours the Originals, but home advantage for Welsh Fire adds intrigue.
With players like Hayley Matthews and Tammy Beaumont trying to spark a turnaround for the Fire, and match-winners like Mooney and Ecclestone in the Originals camp, expect an intense battle. The team that controls the middle overs with bat and ball should come out on top.
Match Details
| Match | Manchester Originals Women vs Welsh Fire Women – 12th 100 Ball Women |
|---|---|
| Date | Wednesday, 13th August 2025 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Sophia Gardens, Cardiff |
| Broadcast | Fancode |
Team Previews
Welsh Fire Women Preview
The Fire are yet to find their spark this season. Two games, two losses, and sitting bottom of the table means they enter this match under pressure. Their batting has shown glimpses — Tammy Beaumont’s 36 against Northern Superchargers and Sophia Dunkley’s steady 36 against London Spirit — but collapses at key times have cost them dearly.
Hayley Matthews remains their biggest all-round threat with both bat and ball. Alongside her, Jess Jonassen adds experience and control in the middle overs. The bowling has actually been a positive, with Freya Davies (3/16) and Katie Levick (3/26) showing wicket-taking ability. However, to win here, Welsh Fire must avoid early top-order losses and convert starts into match-winning knocks.
Key Players: Sophia Dunkley, Hayley Matthews, Tammy Beaumont, Freya Davies
Predicted XI: Dunkley, Matthews, Beaumont (C/WK), Elwiss, Jonassen, Bryce, Windsor, George, Davies, Ismail, Levick
Manchester Originals Women Preview
The Originals have looked solid but inconsistent. Beth Mooney has been the standout, anchoring innings and striking big when needed. Kathryn Bryce offers crucial balance as an all-rounder, while Amelia Kerr and Deandra Dottin add depth in the middle order.
The Originals’ bowling is spearheaded by Sophie Ecclestone — world-class in containing runs and taking wickets. They will want to start strong in the powerplay and choke the Fire’s scoring rate in the middle overs. If their batting fires in unison, they’ll be hard to beat.
Key Players: Beth Mooney, Kathryn Bryce, Sophie Ecclestone, Amelia Kerr
Predicted XI: Mooney (C/WK), Bryce, Kerr, Smale, Dottin, Morris, Monaghan, Ecclestone, MacGregor, Gregory, Gaur
Fantasy Team XI
| Position | Player | Role |
|---|---|---|
| WK | Beth Mooney (C) | Batter/WK |
| Bat | Tammy Beaumont | Batter |
| Bat | Sophia Dunkley | Batter |
| Bat | Deandra Dottin | Batter |
| AR | Hayley Matthews (VC) | All-rounder |
| AR | Kathryn Bryce | All-rounder |
| AR | Amelia Kerr | All-rounder |
| Bowl | Sophie Ecclestone | Bowler |
| Bowl | Freya Davies | Bowler |
| Bowl | Katie Levick | Bowler |
| Bowl | Mahika Gaur | Bowler |
Captain Picks: Beth Mooney, Hayley Matthews
Players to Avoid: Emily Windsor, Alice Monaghan
Favourite in Today’s Match
Manchester Originals enter as favourites due to their superior batting depth and proven match-winners in Mooney, Bryce, and Ecclestone. Their bowling attack is well-balanced, and their ability to adapt to different match situations gives them the edge. Welsh Fire will need a near-perfect performance to topple them, especially given their current form and inability to close out chases.
Pitch Report
The Sophia Gardens pitch generally offers good bounce for seamers early, with slower bowlers coming into play later. Expect scores around 135–145 to be competitive.
Weather Report
Clear skies with mild temperatures (18–21°C). No rain interruptions expected.
Score Prediction:
If Manchester Originals Bat First: 142+
If Welsh Fire Bat First: 132+
Toss Prediction:
Welsh Fire to win toss and bat first.
Match Prediction:
Manchester Originals Women to win.
Also, once the toss takes place, we might modify the Today Match Prediction as per the playing XIs. Please check this blog after the toss for the updated Prediction.
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