Welsh Fire vs London Spirit Match 31 odds and prediction is the focus of this article, covering everything you need to know ahead of the 31st match of The Hundred Men’s 2026. Welsh Fire face London Spirit at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff, on August 12, 2026, at 7:30 PM IST, in the final league fixture of the season for both sides.
Welsh Fire are still fighting for a place in the knockouts, while London Spirit have already been eliminated and are playing purely for pride. Current prediction data gives Welsh Fire a narrow edge heading into the match.
In this article, we have covered the match details, odds, head to head record, recent form, key players, pitch report and score prediction.
Welsh Fire vs London Spirit Match 31 Details
Here are the key details of this fixture at a glance before we look at the odds and form of both sides.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Welsh Fire vs London Spirit |
| Match Number | 31 |
| Tournament | The Hundred Men’s 2026 |
| Date | Wednesday, August 12, 2026 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Sophia Gardens, Cardiff |
| Format | The Hundred |
| Broadcast | Star Sports Network and JioHotstar |
Welsh Fire vs London Spirit Match 31 Odds
These figures are prediction estimates, and actual bookmaker odds can move closer to the toss once team news is confirmed.
| Platform | Welsh Fire Win Odds | London Spirit Win Odds | Toss Odds (Welsh Fire) | Toss Odds (London Spirit) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | 1.75 | 2.08 | 1.9 | 1.9 |
| Stake | 1.75 | 2.08 | 1.88 | 1.88 |
| 4RABET | 1.75 | 2.08 | 1.9 | 1.9 |
| BetVibe | 1.75 | 2.08 | 1.88 | 1.88 |
Welsh Fire vs London Spirit Head to Head Record
Welsh Fire and London Spirit have met five times so far, with Welsh Fire winning twice and London Spirit winning three of those encounters.
Their first ever fixture was played on August 18, 2021, and their most recent meeting before this one was on August 9, 2025.
London Spirit hold a slight historical edge in this rivalry, though current form and match conditions will matter more than past results in a fast changing format like The Hundred.
| Detail | Record |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 5 |
| Won by Welsh Fire | 2 |
| Won by London Spirit | 3 |
| No Result | 0 |
Welsh Fire Recent Form
Welsh Fire sit fifth on the points table with four wins and three losses. Their latest match ended in a heavy 71-run defeat to Sunrisers Leeds, who scored 201 batting first. Matthew Short top-scored with 43, while Joe Root added 31, but Welsh Fire were bowled out for just 130.
Short remains their leading run-scorer with 238 runs this season, while Lockie Ferguson leads the bowling attack with seven wickets. Welsh Fire will need a much stronger batting performance to finish their season on a winning note against London Spirit.
London Spirit Recent Form
London Spirit sit seventh with two wins and five losses and are already out of knockout contention. Their latest match was a confident seven-wicket win over Birmingham Phoenix while chasing 162.
Liam Livingstone starred with 66 off 30 balls, hitting seven fours and four sixes, while Dewald Brevis added 55. The pair made the chase comfortable for London Spirit. Adam Milne leads their bowling with six wickets this season. Their recent batting form gives them confidence and could help them challenge Welsh Fire despite their weaker overall record.
Key Players to Watch in Welsh Fire vs London Spirit Match 31
A few individual performers could decide how this match goes. Here is a quick look at the players worth following from both sides.
- Matthew Short, Welsh Fire, their leading run scorer and key to a strong start
- Joe Root, Welsh Fire, capable of anchoring the innings when others struggle
- Lockie Ferguson, Welsh Fire, their most consistent wicket taking option with 7 scalps this season
- Chris Woakes, Welsh Fire, brings control and experience with the ball
- Rachin Ravindra, Welsh Fire, offers both batting depth and useful overs
- Liam Livingstone, London Spirit, in outstanding recent form and their biggest threat with 229 runs this season
- Jonny Bairstow, London Spirit, provides experience and a solid platform at the top of the order
- Dewald Brevis, London Spirit, capable of quick, match changing knocks
- Adam Milne, London Spirit, their leading wicket taker this season with 6 scalps
- Mason Crane, London Spirit, an important spin option through the middle overs
Welsh Fire vs London Spirit Predicted Playing XIs
Playing elevens are usually confirmed only after the toss, but based on recent squad selections, here is how both sides could line up for this match.
| Welsh Fire | London Spirit |
|---|---|
| Phil Salt (captain, wicketkeeper) | Lhuan dre Pretorius |
| Matt Short | Jonny Bairstow (wicketkeeper) |
| Joe Root | Liam Livingstone (captain) |
| Rachin Ravindra | James Coles |
| Jordan Cox | Dewald Brevis |
| Tom Kohler Cadmore | Joe Moores |
| Marco Jansen | David Willey |
| Jordan Clark | Jamie Overton |
| Chris Woakes | Mason Crane |
| Lockie Ferguson | Adam Milne |
| Sam Cook | Henry Crocombe |
The final elevens can still change slightly depending on pitch conditions and team combinations decided closer to the toss.
Sophia Gardens Pitch Report for Welsh Fire vs London Spirit
Sophia Gardens in Cardiff has an average first innings score of 147 and an average second innings score of 137 this The Hundred Men’s 2026 season. The surface here tends to play on the slightly slower side, which offers some help to the bowlers.
Batters can still score freely because of the shorter boundaries, but variable bounce gives both pacers and spinners a chance to find grip and turn.
Chasing sides have generally fared better at this ground this season, so the team winning the toss may prefer to bowl first and chase under these conditions.
Welsh Fire vs London Spirit Toss Prediction
Prediction data for this match favours London Spirit to win the toss. Given how well chasing sides have performed at Sophia Gardens this season, London Spirit are likely to choose to bowl first if they do win the toss, putting Welsh Fire under pressure to set a competitive target rather than chase one.
If Welsh Fire win the toss instead, they may also lean towards bowling first given the same venue trend.
Welsh Fire vs London Spirit Score Prediction
Based on current form and the venue’s usual scoring pattern, here is how both totals could look in this match.
| Team | Predicted Score |
|---|---|
| Welsh Fire | 150 to 160 |
| London Spirit | 145 to 155 |
Both totals sit close to the venue average, which reflects how evenly matched this fixture looks on paper despite the difference in points table position.
Welsh Fire vs London Spirit Winning Chances
| Team | Winning Chance |
|---|---|
| Welsh Fire | 54.5 percent |
| London Spirit | 45.5 percent |
These figures are prediction estimates based on current form and player data, not confirmed bookmaker prices, and they can shift once the toss and final playing elevens are known.
Welsh Fire vs London Spirit Match 31 Prediction
Welsh Fire hold a narrow edge based on their overall season record, and Lockie Ferguson gives them a genuine wicket taking option with the ball.
Their batting has been the bigger concern, and they will need contributions from Matthew Short and Joe Root to avoid a repeat of their last outing. London Spirit have enough firepower through Liam Livingstone and Dewald Brevis to trouble any bowling attack, and their recent form makes them a real threat despite their lower position on the table.
The venue’s tendency to favour chasing sides could also play a part in how this match unfolds.
Predicted Winner: Welsh Fire
Final Verdict
Welsh Fire enter this match as narrow favourites, largely because of their stronger season record and Lockie Ferguson’s consistent form with the ball.
London Spirit cannot be ruled out though, especially after Liam Livingstone and Dewald Brevis powered them to a confident win in their last match.
With both teams playing their final league fixture of the season, expect a competitive contest at Sophia Gardens. Check the confirmed toss result and final playing elevens before placing any bets on this match.
FAQs
Welsh Fire are predicted to win this match with a 54.5 percent winning chance, though London Spirit remain a real threat after their recent seven wicket win.
Prediction estimates give Welsh Fire a 54.5 percent chance and London Spirit a 45.5 percent chance. Official bookmaker odds can move closer to the match.
The two sides have met five times, with Welsh Fire winning twice and London Spirit winning three matches.
Sophia Gardens plays on the slower side with variable bounce, which helps both pacers and spinners while still allowing batters to score freely.
Matthew Short and Lockie Ferguson lead the way for Welsh Fire, while Liam Livingstone and Dewald Brevis are the key names for London Spirit.
Welsh Fire are expected to score between 150 and 160, while London Spirit are expected to reach a total between 145 and 155.
Prediction data favours London Spirit to win the toss, and the side winning it is likely to choose to bowl first given how well chasing teams have done at this venue.
Yes, London Spirit have a realistic chance given their recent batting form, even though Welsh Fire hold a narrow statistical advantage.
The match will be broadcast on the Star Sports Network and streamed live on JioHotstar in India.
