The previous match at the venue resulted in a rain-interrupted contest. The weather forecast is way better for this fixture.
Birmingham Phoenix will lock horns with Welsh Fire at the iconic Edgbaston Stadium in Birmingham in the 10th of August 2023. For Birmingham Phoenix, the current season has been marked by a challenging journey. With a meager tally of merely two points from three games, their performance has been far from satisfactory. The points they accrued were the result of weather-disrupted matches, underscoring the unpredictable nature of cricket. In their third fixture against the Manchester Originals, they faced a formidable target of 161 runs, yet faltered in their pursuit within the stipulated time. The forthcoming match, however, holds promise, as the return of seasoned players Moeen Ali and Liam Livingstone injects renewed hope into the team. Both the management and the fervent fan base are eagerly awaiting their impact, anticipating a turnaround in the Phoenix’s fortunes.
On the other hand, the Welsh Fire, hailing from the picturesque landscapes of Wales, has found themselves situated at the third spot on the leaderboard. With a solitary victory from their participation in three matches, their journey has been marked by fluctuations. One of their engagements concluded in a draw, while the other concluded with a defeat at the hands of the visiting side. Their campaign commenced on a triumphant note, securing a win against the Manchester Originals. However, they encountered a setback in their subsequent bout against the Southern Brave. The most recent match against the Oval Invincibles resulted in a rain-interrupted contest.
As the stage is set for yet another captivating showdown, cricket enthusiasts can brace themselves for an exhilarating display of skill and strategy in this unique and fast-paced format. The impending clash between Birmingham Phoenix and Welsh Fire promises to deliver not only thrilling cricket but also a generous serving of drama, underscoring the captivating nature of the Men’s Hundred 2023.
The surface at this venue helps the batters where the bowlers will have to bowl on a good line and length. The pace bowlers may get some movement from the surface as well. Temperatures in Manchester on Monday are likely to be between 11 and 18 degrees Celsius. Moreover, there is a 50% chance of rain predicted as well.
READ MORE: ICC ODI World Cup 2023 Schedule
Keeper – J Clarke
Batsmen – Ben Duckett
All-rounders – Green, S Khan, Howell, Willey, Ali
Bowlers – Milne, Afridi (C), Rauf (VC), Richardson
Budget Pick: J Clarke
Keeper – J Clarke
Batsmen – Ben Duckett, Glenn Phillips, Liam Livingstone (c)
All-rounders – Willey (VC), Howell (C), Green, S Khan
Bowlers – Milne, Afridi, Rauf
Budget Pick: B Green