Rashid Khan produced a match-winning spell of spin bowling after explosive half-centuries from Will Jacks and Nicholas Pooran helped MI London register a commanding 45-run victory over Manchester Super Giants in The Hundred at the Kia Oval. The comprehensive win lifted MI London to second place in the standings, while Rashid capped off his final appearance before joining Afghanistan for their upcoming ODI series in Ireland with a memorable maiden five-wicket haul in the competition. The Afghan leg-spinner returned remarkable figures of 5 for 17, dismantling Manchester Super Giants' middle order after MI London had posted their highest total of the season, 183 for 6. Reflecting on his performance, Rashid admitted the wickets came at the right time after a relatively quiet tournament. "I needed those wickets. It hasn't been my best tournament, but I focused on keeping things simple and bowling in the right areas. Having runs on the board always helps, but consistency is the key," Rashid said. He also confirmed that international duty remains his immediate priority as he prepares to join Afghanistan's squad for the Ireland series, although he could return if MI London qualify for The Hundred final on August 16. Earlier, MI London made full use of favorable batting conditions after being sent in to bat. Opener Will Jacks launched a blistering assault during the powerplay, striking four sixes on his way to a 31-ball 62. His aggressive innings helped the hosts race to their best powerplay score of the season. Nicholas Pooran maintained the momentum after arriving at the crease, attacking from the outset with a series of clean strikes. The left-hander shared a rapid 44-run partnership with Sam Curran before continuing his assault to reach a 25-ball half-century. Pooran eventually departed for 54 off 28 deliveries, while Josh Tongue emerged as the standout bowler for Manchester Super Giants with figures of 2 for 13. Chasing 184, Manchester Super Giants began brightly thanks to captain Aiden Markram, who counterattacked with an explosive 50 from just 25 balls. His aggressive approach powered the visitors to 55 without loss during the powerplay, briefly raising hopes of a successful chase. However, Rashid changed the course of the match by removing Tim Seifert and Jos Buttler in quick succession. Buttler's dismissal, courtesy of a sharp boundary catch by Nathan Sowter, proved to be a major turning point. Markram's departure soon after his half-century left the Super Giants with a steep task, and Rashid tightened his grip on the contest by dismissing Heinrich Klaasen and Tom Moores in consecutive deliveries. Liam Dawson became the fifth victim of the Afghan spinner, completing his maiden five-wicket haul in The Hundred. With their middle order dismantled, Manchester Super Giants never recovered and were bowled out for 138, falling 45 runs short of the target. Despite the defeat, Manchester Super Giants remain in contention for a place in The Hundred Eliminator, while MI London strengthened their playoff hopes with an emphatic all-round performance.

Joe Root produced a calm and unbeaten half-century to lead Welsh Fire to a seven-wicket victory over Birmingham Phoenix at Edgbaston, keeping his side's strong run in The Hundred alive. Despite the presence of minority investor and England football star Jude Bellingham at the toss and in the stands, Birmingham Phoenix were unable to deliver a winning performance. Instead, it was England Test captain Joe Root who stole the spotlight with a composed unbeaten 58, steering Welsh Fire to their third win in four matches. Fresh from having his return to the England Test captaincy confirmed by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), Root anchored the chase with trademark composure as Welsh Fire reached the target of 138 with four balls to spare. Speaking after the match, Root praised his team's all-round performance. "That's how you want to play cricket, being ruthless and getting it done at the end. We've got a lot of depth in different areas, a lot of bases covered and good variety in our attack," he said. "We've also got a good understanding of how we want to chase down totals. If we can make Cardiff a very difficult place for visiting teams, it will go a long way towards helping us reach the latter stages of the tournament." Promoted to open the innings in place of the injured Matt Short, Root shared a crucial 77-run opening partnership with Phil Salt. Salt struck an entertaining 46 off 36 balls, including four sixes, after receiving an early reprieve when Saqib Mahmood overstepped with a front-foot no-ball. Rachin Ravindra struggled to accelerate on a difficult batting surface before falling to Chris Wood, leaving Welsh Fire needing 42 runs from the final 31 deliveries. Jordan Cox then played an important cameo of 20, handling Pakistan mystery spinner Usman Tariq confidently and helping Root guide the chase to the finish. Earlier, Birmingham Phoenix posted 137 for 9 after struggling to build substantial partnerships. Joe Clarke top-scored with 35, while Rehan Ahmed showed brief promise before being involved in two costly mix-ups that halted the innings. Jordan Cox also made a significant impact in the field, taking two outstanding self-relay catches to dismiss Will Owen and Clarke. Welsh Fire's bowling attack once again showcased its depth, with Marco Jansen and Lockie Ferguson claiming two wickets each. Using five international bowlers, Fire consistently applied pressure and restricted Phoenix to a below-par total. Although Birmingham Phoenix fought hard to defend the target, Root remained in complete control. Needing five runs from the final over, he reverse-scooped Mahmood for a boundary before sealing victory with a composed single. The win strengthens Welsh Fire's playoff hopes, while Birmingham Phoenix have now suffered three consecutive defeats and are likely to need victories in their remaining four matches to stay in contention for the knockout stage.

England fast bowler Jofra Archer produced a match-winning spell of 4 for 9 as Southern Brave secured a crucial five-wicket victory over London Spirit at Lord's, strengthening their chances of reaching the knockout stage of The Hundred. After being asked to bat first by Southern Brave captain Chris Jordan, London Spirit struggled to build momentum on a challenging surface. Jonny Bairstow top-scored with a determined 56, but received little support from the rest of the batting line-up. At the halfway stage, Spirit were 52 for 2, with Bairstow battling for fluency. Adil Rashid also made history during the innings, surpassing Tymal Mills to become the leading wicket-taker in the men's Hundred competition after finishing with figures of 2 for 17. Bairstow reached his half-century from 40 deliveries before Southern Brave's bowlers triggered a dramatic collapse. Archer and Marcus Stoinis shared the spoils, each claiming two wickets in consecutive deliveries, as Spirit lost their final five wickets for just two runs and were bowled out for 105 with eight balls remaining. Chasing a modest target of 106, Southern Brave made a shaky start. David Willey dismissed Ben McKinney for a first-ball duck before removing Nikhil Chaudhary. Jamie Smith counterattacked with a fluent 36, including a towering six into the scoreboard, but his dismissal to James Coles slowed the chase. Adam Zampa tightened the screws in the middle overs, dismissing Moeen Ali, while Stoinis was run out at the non-striker's end, leaving Brave in trouble at 60 for 5. South African pair David Miller and Tristan Stubbs then steadied the innings with a composed partnership. Miller remained unbeaten on 39, striking the decisive boundary as Southern Brave reached the target with three balls to spare. The victory keeps Southern Brave firmly in contention for a place in the Eliminator, while London Spirit now face an uphill battle to qualify for the knockout rounds. Named the Meerkat Match Hero, Archer expressed his delight after the match. "I'm delighted that we got the win today. It's the first time I've taken more than two wickets in the tournament. Everyone has been bowling well. We haven't taken huge numbers of wickets, but we've done a great job of keeping the runs down," Archer said. Reflecting on the chase, he added, "You always think a small target will make for an easy game, but we seem to make it difficult for ourselves."

New Zealand opener Finn Allen produced a scintillating unbeaten 72 off just 35 balls to guide Trent Rockets to a commanding six-wicket victory over Manchester Super Giants in a top-of-the-table clash in The Hundred at Emirates Old Trafford on Friday. Chasing a modest target of 138, the Rockets completed the chase with 13 balls to spare, thanks to Allen's explosive innings that anchored the run chase despite an early wobble. The visitors suffered an immediate setback when Ben Duckett was bowled by England pacer Gus Atkinson off the second ball of the innings after attempting an ambitious scoop shot. Tom Banton soon followed, dismissed by Sonny Baker, leaving the Rockets under early pressure. Allen, however, steadied the innings alongside Sam Billings. The pair counterattacked effectively against both pace and spin, adding a brisk 50-run partnership from just 25 balls. Allen survived a difficult caught-and-bowled chance offered to Liam Dawson on 32 and made the most of the reprieve, bringing up his half-century in only 23 deliveries. Although Billings fell to Atkinson and Tim David was dismissed by Baker, Mitchell Santner played a valuable supporting role with an unbeaten 24 off 17 balls. Together, Santner and Allen ensured there were no further hiccups as Trent Rockets sealed victory and moved to the top of The Hundred standings. Earlier, Manchester Super Giants made a steady start after being asked to bat, reaching 38 without loss at the end of the powerplay. However, England all-rounder Craig Overton turned the game in the Rockets' favour with a superb spell, claiming three crucial wickets. Overton dismissed openers Tim Seifert and Aiden Markram before removing the dangerous Heinrich Klaasen for a two-ball duck, reducing the Super Giants to a precarious position. On a pitch that offered assistance to the bowlers, Jos Buttler and Leus du Plooy struggled to accelerate against the disciplined bowling of Mitchell Santner and Lewis Gregory. The pair eventually found momentum late in the innings, with du Plooy launching a six off Matt Henry before adding another maximum against Mohammad Amir. Buttler finished strongly, smashing two boundaries and a six in the closing stages to register his third successive half-century. He remained unbeaten on 55, while du Plooy contributed an unbeaten 40 as Manchester Super Giants posted 137 for 3. Despite the late flourish, the total proved insufficient against Allen's aggressive strokeplay. Named the Meerkat Match Hero, Allen admitted the chase was not straightforward in the early stages. "It was tough at the start. They bowled well and challenged us. They have a pretty impressive bowling attack. I wanted to build a good foundation and absorb the pressure where I could," Allen said after the match. Reflecting on his return to The Hundred, the Kiwi batter added, "The first game was definitely a shock to the system because everything happens so quickly. But I try to approach it like any other game and stick to the same processes." The victory strengthens Trent Rockets' position at the summit of The Hundred table and reinforces their credentials as one of the tournament's strongest contenders.

Marcus Stoinis delivered a match-winning all-round performance as Southern Brave secured their first victory of The Hundred men's competition, defeating Birmingham Phoenix by 12 runs in a thrilling contest that went down to the final overs. After three consecutive defeats, Southern Brave kept their playoff hopes alive by successfully defending a modest total of 128. The victory lifted them level on points with Birmingham Phoenix, who squandered what had appeared to be a comfortable run chase. Phoenix looked firmly in control after reaching 52 for 1 from 47 balls, but the momentum shifted dramatically as Brave's bowlers sparked a remarkable collapse. Will Smeed was the first to fall, caught at long-on while attempting an ambitious hit off Luke Wood. Chris Jordan then removed Rehan Ahmed shortly after the batter had scooped him for six, with Jofra Archer taking a well-judged catch in the deep. Archer struck again by dismissing captain Donovan Ferreira, who was clean bowled attempting a cross-batted stroke, reducing Phoenix to 65 for 4 and leaving them needing 64 runs from the remaining 39 balls. Laurie Evans and Mitchell Owen briefly steadied the innings before Stoinis broke the partnership, inducing an edge from Evans. Adil Rashid then dismissed Owen, leaving Phoenix struggling after losing five wickets in just 30 balls. Earlier, Stoinis had played a crucial role with the bat after Southern Brave endured another slow start. The Australian all-rounder injected much-needed momentum by smashing Scott Currie for consecutive sixes, including a towering 98-metre hit, during his aggressive 34-run knock. His innings ended spectacularly when Ferreira pulled off one of the catches of the tournament at short cover. Stoinis also proved decisive with the ball, conceding just three runs from a spell of 10 consecutive deliveries. His disciplined bowling applied sustained pressure and laid the foundation for Phoenix's collapse. Despite the setbacks, Birmingham Phoenix remained in contention entering the closing stages. Jofra Archer delivered a superb five-ball spell, conceding only two runs to leave Phoenix requiring 29 from the final 10 balls. Sean Dickson briefly reignited hopes with two sixes off Chris Jordan, but Luke Wood held his nerve in the final over, claiming two wickets, while Rashid added a sharp run-out to seal an unlikely 12-run victory. Named the Meerkat Match Hero, Stoinis reflected on the importance of the win. "We needed that. Batting first, it's difficult to know what a good score is. Even if the wicket isn't the easiest, it's hard to convince yourself how to approach it. Once you're defending, you understand how to bowl on it. On a surface like this, it's about subtle changes of pace and staying consistent," he said. Southern Brave's breakthrough victory keeps their campaign alive and provides renewed confidence as they look to climb into the knockout places, while Birmingham Phoenix will be left ruing a missed opportunity after allowing a winning position to slip away.

Will Jacks produced a composed half-century as MI London edged Southern Brave by three wickets in a thrilling last-ball finish at the Utilita Bowl, securing their second win of the campaign and moving up to third in The Hundred standings. Chasing a modest target of 130, MI London survived a tense finale to seal victory on the final delivery of the match. Ollie Pope struck the winning runs with a sliced boundary through backward point off Nikhil Chaudhary, capping a nervy chase on a challenging batting surface. The visitors endured an early setback as Marcus Stoinis struck twice during the powerplay. Former Southern Brave captain James Vince was caught in the deep by Tristan Stubbs before Nicholas Pooran departed for a first-ball duck, caught behind, leaving MI London under pressure. Will Jacks then steadied the innings with a vital knock of 54, sharing an important partnership with Sam Curran. The pair reduced the equation to 76 runs from the final 50 balls before Curran was bowled by Adil Rashid for 30. Stoinis returned to claim the crucial wicket of Jacks, finishing with impressive figures of 3 for 17 and leaving MI London needing 37 runs from the final 21 balls. Sherfane Rutherford briefly swung the momentum back in MI London's favour with two towering sixes off Chris Jordan. However, Jordan responded with a brilliant direct-hit run-out to dismiss the West Indian. Tom Curran was then bowled by Chaudhary, while Rashid Khan was also run out, leaving MI London requiring three runs from the final three deliveries. A dramatic penultimate over saw Chaudhary fail to hold onto a difficult caught-and-bowled chance off Trent Boult, with the bowler requiring medical attention after the attempt. Boult managed a single from the next ball, leaving Pope to finish the job with the winning boundary on the final delivery. Earlier, Southern Brave struggled to build momentum after being asked to bat. Jamie Smith top-scored with 49 as the hosts managed only 129 for 9 from their 100 balls. MI London's disciplined bowling attack, led by Trent Boult's 2 for 15, consistently restricted the scoring, forcing Brave to settle for a below-par total. The defeat marked Southern Brave's third consecutive loss of the tournament, while MI London's dramatic victory strengthened their position in the race for the knockout stages. After the match, Jacks reflected on the hard-fought win, saying the conditions demanded patience and adaptability. "It was a very tight one at the end. We're relieved to get over the line. It was a hard-fought game on a tricky surface. We'd spoken about the new ball often being the hardest time to bat in The Hundred. I've got out early in the last few games, so it was about assessing the conditions and digging in a bit deeper," he said.

Rachin Ravindra produced a sensational all-round display as Welsh Fire defeated MI London by 15 runs in The Hundred, delighting a record crowd at Sophia Gardens on Sunday. The New Zealand star smashed a breathtaking 98 off just 44 balls—the joint fourth-highest score in the history of The Hundred men's competition—before taking a stunning caught-and-bowled dismissal to remove the dangerous James Vince during MI London's chase. After being asked to bat first, Welsh Fire endured a slow start. Phil Salt fell early to Tom Curran, while Richard Gleeson dismissed Matthew Short, leaving the hosts struggling at 20 for 2 after 22 deliveries. Ravindra then transformed the innings with an explosive counterattack. He reached his half-century in only 22 balls, bringing up the milestone by launching Rashid Khan over the midwicket boundary. Partnering with Joe Root, who contributed a composed 29 off 26 deliveries, Ravindra dominated the scoring, clearing the ropes repeatedly and surpassing Jonny Bairstow's previous highest score for Welsh Fire in the men's competition. Jordan Cox added a quick unbeaten 17 from nine balls after Root was stumped off Rashid Khan. Ravindra looked destined for a memorable century but fell agonizingly short on the penultimate ball of the innings, dismissed for 98 after mistiming a shot to Jason Roy off Trent Boult, who finished with figures of 1 for 16. Chasing the target, MI London lost Will Jacks early to Sam Cook but recovered through a strong partnership led by James Vince. At 72 for 1 after 46 deliveries, the visitors appeared to be in control before Lockie Ferguson turned the match on its head. The New Zealand fast bowler struck twice in consecutive balls, clean bowling Jason Roy before dismissing Sam Curran for a golden duck. Ferguson continued his outstanding spell by removing Nicholas Pooran, finishing with impressive figures of 4 for 26. With the match finely balanced, Vince kept MI London's hopes alive with a brilliant 66 off 38 balls. However, Ravindra delivered another decisive moment, producing a superb caught-and-bowled effort to dismiss the MI London captain. Sherfane Rutherford fought back with an unbeaten 24 off 18 deliveries, but Welsh Fire's bowlers held their nerve in the closing stages. Ferguson returned to clean up Tom Curran, sealing a crucial 15-run victory and Welsh Fire's second win of the campaign. Named the Meerkat Match Hero, Ravindra praised his team's performance after the match.

Birmingham Phoenix delivered a stunning batting performance to defeat Trent Rockets by 10 runs in a high-scoring Hundred clash at Edgbaston, treating a packed home crowd to an unforgettable contest featuring 29 sixes across both innings. Phoenix posted a commanding total of 214, powered by a relentless display from their top order. Joe Clarke led the charge with a scintillating 68 off 33 balls, while Will Smeed added a rapid 51 from 28 deliveries. The duo laid a strong foundation by racing to 54 runs in the opening 25 balls. After Clarke's dismissal with the score on 104, Rehan Ahmed continued the assault, smashing five sixes, while captain Donovan Ferreira added a destructive cameo of three sixes in just nine balls. Birmingham's innings featured 17 sixes, equalling the tournament record, with every member of the top six striking at more than 180. Facing a daunting target of 215, Trent Rockets mounted an explosive response. Openers Ben Duckett and Finn Allen blasted an unbeaten 54-run stand during the powerplay, keeping the required run rate within reach. However, Birmingham's Pakistan spinner Usman Tariq shifted the momentum by dismissing Allen with a clever off-break that was caught by Scott Currie at long-on. Currie then removed Duckett with a delivery that jaged off the surface to find the edge, leaving the Rockets without their two in-form openers just short of half-centuries. Tariq continued to impress, producing a disciplined spell that included the crucial wicket of Tim David, who managed just two runs before edging behind to wicketkeeper Joe Clarke. Despite the setbacks, Tom Banton kept the chase alive with a blistering 67 off 32 balls, but his late assault proved insufficient as Trent Rockets finished on 204, falling 10 runs short. Among the Rockets' bowlers, Calvin Harrison emerged as the standout performer, conceding only 27 runs from 20 balls while claiming two wickets. Harrison also entertained with the bat, smashing consecutive sixes off the final two deliveries of the innings to finish with a remarkable strike rate of 600. Clarke Praises Team's Aggressive Approach Named the Meerkat Match Hero, Joe Clarke credited Birmingham's batting depth for allowing the top order to attack from the outset. "We've got licence at the top of the order with our strength in depth. We got the team off to a good start and then the big hitters came in at the end and gave us extra momentum," Clarke said. Reflecting on his innings, he added: "I didn't want to get out being defensive, so I thought I'd be ultra-aggressive, tried to put them off their lengths and luckily it came off in my favour." Clarke also praised teammate Usman Tariq for his match-winning spell. "It's interesting! I've spent the last few days keeping to him in the nets, trying to work out which balls are which, so it's going to be a hell of an experience through the tournament. He's been quality, and a very good 20 balls from him tonight." The victory gives Birmingham Phoenix an early boost in The Hundred, highlighting both their explosive batting firepower and the impact of Tariq's clever spin as they look to build momentum in the tournament.

Manchester Super Giants held their nerve to secure a dramatic seven-run victory over London Spirit in a thrilling men's Hundred 2026 contest at Lord's, overcoming a valiant all-round performance from Spirit captain Liam Livingstone. In front of a crowd of 23,847, the Super Giants successfully defended 138 for 9, restricting London Spirit to 131 for 6 in a contest that went down to the final five balls. England fast bowlers Gus Atkinson and Sonny Baker played decisive roles at the death, sharing four wickets between them and delivering under pressure to deny the hosts. Chasing 139, London Spirit found themselves under early pressure after losing three wickets inside the first 46 balls. Livingstone and South African batter Dewald Brevis then rebuilt the innings with a composed partnership before accelerating in the closing stages. With 56 runs required from the final 30 balls, Livingstone shifted gears, taking on spinner Noor Ahmad with a flurry of boundaries that included his trademark leg-side sweep. The England all-rounder reached his half-century from just 32 balls and continued to keep Spirit in the hunt with powerful hitting, bringing the equation down to 21 runs from the final 10 deliveries. However, Atkinson swung the momentum back in Manchester's favour by dismissing the dangerous Brevis with a sharp caught-and-bowled effort. Needing 12 from the final five balls, Livingstone remained Spirit's last hope, but Baker produced a pinpoint full delivery that crashed into the stumps, ending the captain's superb innings of 69 from 40 balls, which featured five sixes. Earlier, Manchester Super Giants owed much of their total to opener Tim Seifert, who marked his Hundred debut with a fluent 67 off 45 balls. Seifert anchored the innings as the visitors recovered from a cautious start to reach 105 for 2 after 67 balls. Despite appearing set for a much bigger total, Manchester suffered a dramatic collapse, losing seven wickets for just 33 runs to finish on 138 for 9. Livingstone played a major role in restricting the damage, bowling 20 of the final 25 deliveries and returning outstanding figures of 2 for 14. Although his all-round display was not enough to inspire victory, Livingstone was named the Meerkat Match Hero for his efforts. "It was a really good game of cricket on a very good wicket. It's just a shame we fell short," Livingstone said after the match. "It was never the plan for me to bowl 20 of the last 25 balls, but it was working, so we stuck with it. The pitch was a little up and down, and we felt they were around par. We just got a bit too far behind the required rate." The Spirit skipper praised his side's bowling performance, which helped claw the game back after Seifert's dominance. "We bowled really well through the middle and dragged things back towards the end. We nearly chased it down. Historically, chasing isn't easy at Lord's, so there are positives we can take and something to build on," he added. The victory gives Manchester Super Giants a winning start to their men's Hundred campaign, while London Spirit will take encouragement from Livingstone's all-round brilliance despite falling just short in a gripping contest.

Phil Salt produced a composed unbeaten innings under pressure as Welsh Fire secured their first-ever victory over Southern Brave with a six-wicket win in a low-scoring Men's Hundred contest on Thursday. Chasing a modest target of 136, Welsh Fire reached 138 for 4 with just two balls to spare, thanks largely to Salt's unbeaten 47, which guided the hosts through a tense finish after a dominant position threatened to unravel. Salt held the innings together throughout the chase, sealing victory in style by pulling Chris Jordan over midwicket for six. His match-winning knock came after Welsh Fire appeared comfortably in control through a 49-run third-wicket partnership with Rachin Ravindra, who contributed a brisk 24 off 16 balls. However, Ravindra's dismissal to leg-spinner Nikhil Chaudhary triggered a late wobble. With only 19 runs required from the final 20 balls, Southern Brave fought back through disciplined bowling from Adil Rashid and Jofra Archer. Rashid conceded just one run from his final five deliveries, while Archer gave away only nine runs from his next 10 balls, leaving Fire needing nine from the last five deliveries. Salt remained calm under pressure, combining with Asa Tribe, whose timely boundary eased the tension before the England opener finished the chase with a decisive maximum. Earlier, Welsh Fire's bowlers laid the foundation for victory with a disciplined display after opting to field first on a slow, two-paced surface. Seamers Chris Woakes, Sam Cook and Marco Jansen varied their pace effectively, restricting Southern Brave to 135 for 7 while conceding just 72 runs from their combined 60 deliveries. Cook struck early with a well-disguised leg-cutter to dismiss Jamie Smith, before Ben McKinney fell to an excellent boundary catch by Ravindra. David Miller and teenage batter Thomas Rew then rebuilt the innings with a patient partnership. Rew impressed on his competition debut, scoring 41 from 30 balls, while Miller recovered from a cautious start to finish with 44. The South African batter accelerated in the closing stages but was run out by a brilliant throw from Ravindra off the penultimate ball of the innings, limiting Brave to a total that ultimately proved insufficient. Named Meerkat Match Hero, Salt credited his team's all-round effort after the match. "It certainly wasn't easy out there. Chasing was an advantage on that surface, but in low-scoring games you have to bat deep and make sure you're there at the end," Salt said. He also praised Ravindra's contribution, describing the New Zealander's aggressive innings as crucial in easing the pressure during the chase. "Rachin's knock was massively important. We understood that I would hold one end while he attacked, and getting the equation close to a run a ball made a huge difference," he added. Salt also highlighted Welsh Fire's performance in the field, praising the team's catching and disciplined bowling attack. "We were electric in the field and bowled in the right areas throughout. There's still more improvement left in us, but it's a great start and I'm really enjoying this group." The victory gives Welsh Fire their first win of the 2026 Men's Hundred campaign and their maiden success against Southern Brave after losing their previous eight meetings.