Welsh Fire vs Southern Brave Fantasy XI, Captain Picks & Pitch Report — The Hundred 2026 Match 19
Welsh Fire take on Southern Brave in The Hundred 2026 at Sophia Gardens on August 3, 2026, with play starting at 11:00 PM IST. WF arrive with 3 wins from their last 4, SB with 2 from 5. WF hold the edge in their recent meetings, 1–0. Innings at this ground have averaged 149 across 4 completed matches. Marcus Stoinis is the form pick of the two squads with 73 runs and 9 wickets in 4 matches. Below: the full suggested fantasy XI, captain and vice-captain picks, pitch report, head-to-head record and recent form for both sides.
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WF posted 116/4 (19/20 ov, target 116) and then bowled out SB to win. WF won by 1 runs. Matthew Short was the standout batter, scoring 60 off 41 balls. Sam Cook led the bowling attack with 3/14. Matthew Short was named Player of the Match.
Sophia Gardens has averaged 149 runs an innings this season, from 4 completed matches. Totals have ranged from 117 to 177, so par is worth judging on the day rather than from the fixture list. WF have played 2 matches here in The Hundred 2026, averaging 145 and winning 1 of 2 with a best of 167.
Tip: Always check the official playing XI announced on match day before finalising your fantasy team — last-minute changes happen.
Team Assessment
Welsh Fire are in strong recent T20 form (3W in their last 4) — confidence will be high.
Southern Brave have been inconsistent lately (2W in their last 5) — which version turns up is the question.
Key Players to Watch
145 runs and 3 wickets in 4 matches in The Hundred 2026 makes Rachin Ravindra one of WF's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 93.5 fantasy points a game and with a best of 204.
Lockie Ferguson brings 6 wickets in 4 matches to this fixture for WF, averaging 59 fantasy points a game and with a best of 154.
Marco Jansen has 6 runs and 4 wickets in 4 matches for WF in The Hundred 2026, averaging 43.5 fantasy points a game and with a best of 84.
107 runs in 4 matches in The Hundred 2026 makes Joe Root one of WF's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 43 fantasy points a game and with a best of 101.
Marcus Stoinis brings 73 runs and 9 wickets in 4 matches to this fixture for SB, averaging 112.5 fantasy points a game and with a best of 136.
Adil Rashid has 7 wickets in 5 matches for SB in The Hundred 2026, averaging 59 fantasy points a game and with a best of 114.
124 runs in 5 matches in The Hundred 2026 makes Jamie Smith one of SB's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 56.2 fantasy points a game and with a best of 98.
Jofra Archer brings 5 runs and 5 wickets in 5 matches to this fixture for SB, averaging 47.6 fantasy points a game and with a best of 164.
Fantasy Cricket Picks
73 runs and 9 wickets in 4 matches for SB in The Hundred 2026 at 112.5 points a game — a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.
145 runs and 3 wickets in 4 matches for WF in The Hundred 2026 at 93.5 points a game — a high-floor pick. Strong 1.5× value.
Must Picks
145 runs and 3 wickets in 4 matches for WF in The Hundred 2026 at 93.5 points a game — a high-floor pick.
6 wickets in 4 matches for WF in The Hundred 2026 at 59 points a game — a high-floor pick.
73 runs and 9 wickets in 4 matches for SB in The Hundred 2026 at 112.5 points a game — a high-floor pick.
7 wickets in 5 matches for SB in The Hundred 2026 at 59 points a game — a high-floor pick.
Differential Picks (Grand League)
In The Hundred 2026, Joe Root has already posted a single-match best of 101 fantasy points against a 43-point average — a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.
In The Hundred 2026, Jofra Archer has already posted a single-match best of 164 fantasy points against a 47.6-point average — a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.
Suggested Fantasy XI
Match Prediction
Welsh Fire hold the head-to-head edge (1–0) and start as slight favourites, though Southern Brave have the firepower to upset them.
This XI leans 7-4 towards SB, which is a deliberate bet rather than a hedge — Marcus Stoinis takes the armband, so if SB are rolled over cheaply your score goes with them. If you want to de-risk it, swap one SB middle-order batter for the equivalent slot on the other side before the toss.
Match Trivia
In their only previous meeting in The Hundred 2026 (22 Jul), Welsh Fire came out on top.
The highest individual score at Sophia Gardens in The Hundred 2026 is Rachin Ravindra's 98 off 44 balls.
The best bowling figures at Sophia Gardens in The Hundred 2026 are Lockie Ferguson's 4/27.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win Welsh Fire vs Southern Brave?
Welsh Fire hold the head-to-head edge (1–0) and start as slight favourites, though Southern Brave have the firepower to upset them.
Who should be captain for Welsh Fire vs Southern Brave in fantasy cricket?
Marcus Stoinis is the top captain pick, with Rachin Ravindra as vice-captain. 73 runs and 9 wickets in 4 matches for SB in The Hundred 2026 at 112.5 points a game — a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.
What is the pitch report for Sophia Gardens?
Sophia Gardens has averaged 149 runs an innings this season, from 4 completed matches. Totals have ranged from 117 to 177, so par is worth judging on the day rather than from the fixture list. WF have played 2 matches here in The Hundred 2026, averaging 145 and winning 1 of 2 with a best of 167.
When is Welsh Fire vs Southern Brave?
Welsh Fire vs Southern Brave is scheduled for August 3, 2026 at 11:00 PM IST, Sophia Gardens.
What is the head-to-head record between Welsh Fire and Southern Brave?
WF lead 1–0 across their last 1 meeting.
How have Welsh Fire and Southern Brave been performing recently?
Welsh Fire are in strong recent T20 form (3W in their last 4) — confidence will be high. Southern Brave have been inconsistent lately (2W in their last 5) — which version turns up is the question.
Who is a good differential pick for Welsh Fire vs Southern Brave?
Joe Root (WF) — In The Hundred 2026, Joe Root has already posted a single-match best of 101 fantasy points against a 43-point average — a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.
Are there any notable stats for Welsh Fire vs Southern Brave?
In their only previous meeting in The Hundred 2026 (22 Jul), Welsh Fire came out on top. The highest individual score at Sophia Gardens in The Hundred 2026 is Rachin Ravindra's 98 off 44 balls. The best bowling figures at Sophia Gardens in The Hundred 2026 are Lockie Ferguson's 4/27.
What's a good fantasy XI for Welsh Fire vs Southern Brave?
A balanced XI built from both squads: Jamie Smith, Rachin Ravindra, David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Marcus Stoinis, Marco Jansen, Adil Rashid, Jofra Archer, Lockie Ferguson, Nikhil Chaudhary, Joe Root. Adjust based on the confirmed playing XI closer to the toss.
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