In The Women’s Hundred 2026, Sunrisers Leeds and Welsh Fire head into Match 27 locked in a tight mid-table scrap, sitting 4th and 5th respectively on 12 points apiece after six outings. Sunrisers Leeds edge ahead on net run rate with +0.674 compared to Welsh Fire’s +0.345, though both teams share identical records of three wins and three losses. Having picked up crucial victories in their recent outings, this clash carries massive weight for both sides as they look to break out of the mid-pack and lock in a firm grip on playoff qualification.
Squads:
Welsh Fire Women’s Cricket Team
Sophie Devine (C), Em Arlott, Sarah Bryce, Georgia Davis, Heather Graham, Niamh Holland, Freya Kemp, Ella McCaughan, Fi Morris, Abi Norgrove, Grace Potts, Sophia Smale, Rhianna Southby, Grace Thompson, Georgia Voll, Georgia Wareham
Sunrisers Leeds Women’s Cricket Team
Florence Miller, Phoebe Litchfield, Bryony Smith, Deepti Sharma, Jess Jonassen, Annabel Sutherland, Danielle Gibson (C), Lauren Winfield-Hill, Katie Jones, Hannah Baker, Cassidy McCarthy, Rachel Slater, Claudie Cooper, Kate Cross
Players to watch out:
Georgia Voll
Across 6 matches for Welsh Fire, Georgia Voll has been a vital force at the top of the order, piling up 217 runs at an impressive average of 36.16. Striking at 125.43, her top score of 78 stands out alongside two half-centuries in the tournament so far. She has consistently set the tempo for her team, dispatching 26 boundary fours and clearing the ropes 3 times to keep opposition bowlers under pressure.
Phoebe Litchfield
Phoebe Litchfield has provided fiery firepower for Sunrisers Leeds, scoring 207 runs across her 6 appearances while maintaining a superb average of 41.40. Playing with aggressive intent, she has clicked at a blistering strike rate of 153.33, highlighted by a top score of 71 not out and a half-century. Her quick scoring is underpinned by raw boundary-clearing ability, having struck 34 fours and 3 sixes throughout the campaign.
Heather Graham
Heather Graham has been a key strike bowler for Welsh Fire, picking up 9 wickets across 6 matches with an average of 15.88. She has bowled 21.4 overs (109 balls) in total, registering best bowling figures of 4 for 19 which included a four-wicket haul. With an economy rate of 7.87 and a strike rate of 12.11, she consistently breaks partnerships and delivers breakthroughs in crucial moments.
Annabel Sutherland
Annabel Sutherland has stood out as a premier all-rounder for Sunrisers Leeds, accumulating 183 runs at an astounding average of 91.50 in 5 innings. Striking at 156.41 with a top score of 59 not out, she has chipped in heavily with the bat while striking 12 fours and 7 sixes. On top of her batting, she has taken 6 wickets in 23.1 overs at an economy rate of 6.46 and the best of 2 for 26, proving her immense value in both departments.
Pitch:
The pitch at Headingley is famous for being one of the most seam and swing-friendly tracks in England, particularly in the opening sessions. The surface traditionally offers genuine pace, good bounce, and lateral movement off the seam.
Weather:
Leeds can expect cloudy conditions with occasional sunny intervals throughout the day. Temperatures will peak at a high of 23°C and drop to an overnight low of 13°C.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Sophie Devine, Heather Graham, Freya Kemp, Georgia Voll, Georgia Wareham, Phoebe Litchfield, Bryony Smith, Deepti Sharma, Jess Jonassen, Annabel Sutherland, Kate Cross
Match Details:
Date – August 09, 2026
Time – 3:30 PM IST
Venue – Headingley, Leeds
Broadcast – The game will be telecasted on Star Sports network.
