

WEF vs MNR: Manchester Originals will lock horns against Welsh Fire in Match 2 of The Hundred, 2023 on Wednesday, August 2, 2023, at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff, Colombo, Ontario.
This match marks the beginning of the tournament for both teams, and they are eager to start with a victory. Tom Abell will captain Welsh Fire, supported by experienced T20 stars Jonny Bairstow, Stevie Eskinazi, Joe Clarke, and Glenn Phillips, who will strengthen the team’s batting lineup.
Additionally, their bowling attack, led by the formidable duo of Haris Rauf and Shaheen Afridi, promises to be a force to be reckoned with. All in all, they have assembled a brilliant squad.
Meanwhile, Manchester Originals will be under the captaincy of wicketkeeper-batter Jos Buttler, who brings a wealth of T20 leadership experience. The team’s roster includes standout performers like Laurie Evans, Phil Salt, Ashton Turner, and Josh Little, who are known for their prowess in the T20 format.
Here are the match details, pitch report, probable playing 11, squads, player records/stats and dream11 fantasy team predictions for the Match 2 of The Hundred, 2023.
WEF vs MNR Match Details
- Match: Welsh Fire vs Manchester Originals, Match 2
- Date: Wednesday, August 2, 2023
- Time: 7:30 PM (IST)
- Venue: Sophia Gardens, Cardiff
Pitch Report For WEF vs MNR, Match 2
The pitch at this venue is likely to provide ample support for the batters during the entire match. Initially, the fast bowlers will have favorable conditions, but as the game unfolds, the bowlers will face tougher challenges, making the team that wins the toss prefer to bowl first.
Pitch Stats of Sophia Gardens, Cardiff, Colombo For WEF vs MNR, Match 2
Stats based on the previous five matches —
- Average First Innings Score: 157
- Average Total Score: 138
- Team Batting First Won: 1
- Team Bowling First Won: 4
- Draw/No Result/Abandoned: 0
Probable Playing XI For WEF vs MNR, Match 2
Welsh Fire Playing XI
Tom Abell (C), Jonny Bairstow (WK), Joe Clarke, Glenn Phillips, Ollie Pope, Stephen Eskinazi, David Willey, Haris Rauf, David Payne, Jake Ball, Shaheen Afridi.
Manchester Originals Playing XI
Jos Buttler (C & WK), Philip Salt, Laurie Evans, Wayne Madsen, Paul Walter, Ashton Turner, Tom Lammonby, Jamie Overton, Josh Tongue, Richard Gleeson, Joshua Little.
Welsh Fire & Manchester Originals Form in Last 5 Matches
WEF Form
MNR Form
WEF vs MNR Captaincy Picks For Match 2 Between Welsh Fire vs Manchester Originals
- Jos Buttler
- David Willey
- Paul Walter
WEF vs MNR Dream11 Prediction – Fantasy Team Suggesting For Match 2
Welsh Fire vs Manchester Originals – Fantasy Team 1


- Wicket-Keeper: Jos Buttler, Jonny Bairstow
- Batters: Joe Clarke, Laurie Evans, Stephen Eskinazi
- All-Rounders: Ashton Turner, David Willey, Paul Walter
- Bowlers: Joshua Little, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf
- Captain: Jos Buttler
- Vice-Captain: David Willey
Welsh Fire vs Manchester Originals – Fantasy Team 2


- Wicket-Keeper: Jos Buttler, Glenn Phillips
- Batters: Joe Clarke, Laurie Evans, Stephen Eskinazi
- All-Rounders: Ashton Turner, David Willey, Paul Walter
- Bowlers: Joshua Little, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf
- Captain: David Willey
- Vice-Captain: Paul Walter
WEF vs MNR Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today’s Match?
Manchester Originals are expected to win this match.
WEF vs MNR – Match 2 of The Hundred, 2023, Live Broadcast & Online Streaming Details, Where to Watch in India?
- Live Streaming: Fancode
Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team for the fantasy game please consider the points mentioned and make your own decision at the time of making your team.