The Hundred Men’s 2026: Match 31, WEF vs LNS Match Prediction – Who will win today’s Hundred match between Welsh Fire vs London Spirit?

Welsh Fire (WEF) take on London Spirit (LNS) in Match 31 of The Men’s Hundred 2026 at Sophia Gardens in Cardiff on Wednesday, August 12. This is the last league fixture for both teams.The Fire are still in contention for the knockout spot, but will need a huge win to reverse their negative net run rate, which looks like a herculean task. They were beaten by the Sunrisers Leeds in their last match, conceding a mammoth total of 201 for 4 and scoring just 130 for 6, losing by 71 runs.The London Spirit have already been eliminated from the tournament and will be looking to complete their season on a high note. They beat fellow bottom-dwellers Birmingham Phoenix by seven wickets, chasing down a total of 163 in just 82 balls.WEF vs LNS: Match Details

Sophia Gardens, Cardiff: Pitch ReportSophia Gardens in Cardiff has seen a wicket on a slightly slower end, offering help to bowlers. Batters can, however, score runs freely due to the boundaries, but the variable bounce can offer help for the pacers and spinners, with grip and turn also on offer.WEF vs LNS: Head-to-Head Record

WEF vs LNS: Predicted Playing 11sWelsh Fire:Phil Salt (c/wk), Matt Short, Joe Root, Rachin Ravindra, Jordan Cox, Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Marco Jansen, Jordan Clark, Chris Woakes, Lockie Ferguson, Sam Cook.London Spirit:Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Jonny Bairstow (wk), Liam Livingstone (c), James Coles, Dewald Brevis, Joe Moores, David Willey, Jamie Overton, Mason Crane, Adam Milne, Henry Crocombe.WEF vs LNS: Probable Best Performers of the MatchProbable Best Batter: Liam LivingstoneSpirit captain Liam Livingstone scored a stunning 30-ball 66 against the Phoenix, taking on his side’s chase. He hit seven fours and four sixes in the knock and is one of the most feared hitters in the format. He has scored 229 runs in seven innings, striking at 161.26, and will be looking to take his team to a respectable finish.Probable Best Bowler: Lockie FergusonThe Fire have struggled with their bowling all season, but one sign of promise is New Zealand seamer Lockie Ferguson. He has picked up seven wickets in seven games and is the Fire’s leading wicket-taker this season. His hit-the-deck skills have proved vital for the Welsh side.Today’s Match Prediction: Chasing side to win the match