Match Details: BPH vs WEF
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Series | The Hundred Men 2025 |
| Match | Birmingham Phoenix vs Welsh Fire, Match 24 |
| Date & Time | Friday, 22nd August 2025, 11:00 PM IST |
| Venue | Edgbaston, Birmingham |
| Live Streaming | Fancode |
Match Preview
Birmingham Phoenix currently find themselves in 5th position on the points table with 8 points. Having played five matches so far, they have won two and lost three. Their most recent win came against London Spirit by seven wickets, thanks to a standout performance from Liam Livingstone. The English all-rounder scored a vital 46 runs and took a couple of key wickets, earning the Player of the Match award and leading his team to victory.
Welsh Fire are struggling at the bottom of the points table with one win and four losses, including back-to-back defeats. Their latest loss was a narrow 4-run defeat against Southern Brave. Welsh Fire will be captained by top-order batsman Tom Abell, while Liam Livingstone leads the Birmingham Phoenix.
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Head-to-Head Stats: BPH vs WEF
| Matches Played | WEF Wins | BPH Wins | Tie | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Birmingham Phoenix have held the upper hand in recent encounters, winning three of the four matches against Welsh Fire.
Pitch and Weather Report
The Edgbaston pitch is renowned for being a batsman’s paradise, offering excellent conditions for stroke play. Both teams’ key batters will be eager to take advantage of the fast outfield. On match day, the weather is expected to be cloudy with temperatures ranging between 13°C and 21°C.
Probable Playing 11
Birmingham Phoenix (BPH) Playing 11
1. Will Smeed, 2. Ben Duckett, 3. Joe Clarke (wk), 4. Liam Livingstone (c), 5. Jacob Bethell, 6. Louis Kimber, 7. Benny Howell, 8. Chris Wood, 9. Adam Milne, 10. Tim Southee, 11. Trent Boult
Welsh Fire (WEF) Playing 11
1. Tom Abell (c), 2. Jonny Bairstow (wk), 3. Tom Kohler-Cadmore, 4. Steven Smith, 5. Luke Wells, 6. Saif Zaib, 7. Paul Walter, 8. Chris Green, 9. David Payne, 10. Ajeet Dale, 11. Matt Henry
Who Will Win Today’s Match? (AI Prediction)
Based on team form, head-to-head record, and squad strength, Birmingham Phoenix appears to be the stronger side. With in-form players like Liam Livingstone and a formidable pace attack featuring Trent Boult and Tim Southee, they have the edge over Welsh Fire, who have struggled for consistency.
AI Prediction: Birmingham Phoenix to win this match.
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