The Hundred Men’s 2024: Match 17, WEF vs SOB Match Prediction – Who will win today’s match between WEF vs SOB?

In this article we will be analyzing the WEF vs SOB Match Prediction. Welsh Fire (WEF) will take on Southern Brave (SOB) in Match 17 of The Hundred 2024 at the Sophia Garden in Cardiff on August 5. It will be a top of the table clasg as Southern Brave are placed on top and are closely followed by the second-positioned Welsh Fire. Southern Brave have won three games out of four and have only succumbed to Northern Superchargers in their second game.

On the other hand, Welsh Fire have won two games with as many losses in four appearances. Oval Invincibles and London Spirit got the better of them while they were able to crack Manchester Originals and Trent Rockets codes. The upcoming fixture would potentially swap their positions with not much difference between the Net Run Rates.

WEF vs SOB Match Details:

The Sophia Garden pitch will assist the pacers early on, providing movement that can trouble the batters. Short boundaries are something that will entice the batters to go big. The weather forecasts predict overcast conditions and temperatures hovering around 21 degrees Celsius with no major rain threat during the game.

Also check: WEF vs SOB Live Score, Match 17

Head-to-Head Record

Probable Playing 11 for WEF vs SOB, Match 17

Welsh Fire (WEF):

Luke Wells, Jonny Bairstow (wk), Joe Clarke, Tom Abell (c), Glenn Phillips, Tom Kohler-Cadmore, David Willey, David Payne, Matt Henry, Mason Crane, Haris Rauf

Southern Brave (SOB):

Alex Davies (wk), James Vince (c), Leus du Plooy, Kieron Pollard, James Coles, Laurie Evans, Chris Jordan, Craig Overton, Akeal Hosein, Jofra Archer, Tymal Mills

Probable Top Performers from WEF vs SOB

Probable Best Batter: James Vince

James Vince is the highest run-scorer in the tournament so far with 185 runs in four innings at an average of 61.66 and a strike rate of 158.11. He played a splendid unbeaten knock of 90 off just 47 against Birmingham Phoenix in the previous game, laced with six boundaries and as many sixes.

Probable Best Bowler: Chris Jordan

Chris Jordan has been at his lethal best for Southern Brave as the pacer is the highest wicket-taker in the tournament. He has picked eight wickets in four games at an average of 12 and an economy rate of 8.22. He has a strike rate of 8.75 balls which makes his dangerous in conditions suitable to his bowling.

Today’s Match Prediction: Southern Brave to win the match

Scenario 1

Welsh Fire win the toss and opt to bat first

PP Score: 30-40

WEF: 130-140

Southern Brave win the match

Scenario 2

Southern Brave win the toss and opt to bat first

PP Score: 50-60

SOB: 150-170

Southern Brave win the match

Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.