NS vs WF Match Prediction : 3rd Match, The Hundred Mens Competition 2025

Harry Brook would have grown into his captaincy role for the Northern Superchargers after experiencing captaining his country. The Superchargers have made the necessary changes to their squad, transforming into a formidable lineup.

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Northern Superchargers vs Welsh Fire Head-to-Head Record

The Northern Superchargers and Welsh Fire have had some interesting encounters over the years. The previous match they played was a no result in 2024. In the times before that, the Welsh Fire have won twice, and the Northern Superchargers have won once.

Northern Superchargers vs Welsh Fire Live-streaming and Broadcast

Northern Superchargers and Welsh Fire take aim at each other on Thursday, 7 August 2025 at Headingley. The action will be available in India on both the Sony Sports Network and the Sony Liv app.

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NS vs WF Team Previews

Northern Superchargers

Northern Superchargers enter this clash at Headingley with a star-studded lineup and a point to prove. After finishing bottom in 2023, they have reloaded with proven match-winners and a balanced squad.
England’s Dawid Malan joins as a powerhouse opener in domestic and international T20 cricket. Malan was the Hundred’s leading run-scorer in 2022 with 377 runs. The English batter is a two-time Men’s Hundred champion with Trent Rockets in 2022 and Oval Invincibles in 2024.

Superchargers skipper Harry Brook currently holds a T20 strike rate over 150. Brook was also part of England’s 2022 T20 World Cup triumph. South African veteran David Miller is now beyond 10000 T20 runs in his career. He brings finishing experience and brutal six-hitting ability. Wicketkeeper Michael Pepper and all-rounder Dan Lawrence round out a deep batting unit for a brilliant batting surface.

Leg-spinner Adil Rashid was joint top wicket-taker in 2021 with 12 scalps and 11 more wickets in 2023. He’s backed by fellow Englishman in James Fuller. The savvy all-rounder has nine wickets in his Men’s Hundred career.

Pace options Brydon Carse and Matthew Potts offer bounce and swing in the familiar territory of English conditions. Aussie recruit Ben Dwarshuis and Big Bash stalwart adds left-arm variety.
The team will be strong favourites to open their campaign with a win if they can play to even half of their potential.

Northern Superchargers Expected Playing 11

Zak Crawley, Michael Pepper (wk), Dawid Malan, Harry Brook (c), David Miller, Dan Lawrence, James Fuller, Brydon Carse, Matthew Potts, Adil Rashid, Ben Dwarshuis

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Welsh Fire

Welsh Fire ended last season in sixth. The Welsh team will aim to build on that momentum. After finishing near the foot of the table, they surged to a top-four spot in 2023 but dipped back out of the top four again in 2024.

The Fire have a high-profile batting order led by returning hero Jonny Bairstow at the top and the addition of Australian superstar Steve Smith. Smith, often labelled as a Test specialist, has never featured in one of England’s premier short-format competitions.

The top-order batter has over 5800 T20 runs, proving he can dominate the shorter format. Big-hitting Tom Kohler-Cadmore and captain Tom Abell are consistent run-getters in domestic cricket. Luke Wells and Stephen Eskinazi offer other aggressive options if called upon.

The Welsh Fire’s bowling unit is led by the experienced Chris Woakes, who brings champion pedigree as a member of England’s 2019 ODI and 2022 T20 World Cup winning squads. Woakes’ new-ball swing and calm under pressure will be vital in the powerplay. He’s supported by Australian quick Riley Meredith with his pace and wicket-taking in the BBL.

Left-armer David Payne is a reliable operator in English conditions. Off-spinning all-rounder Chris Green adds variety with his economical middle-overs bowling. Tall all-rounder Paul Walter provides a useful seam option and batting depth down the order.

On paper, Welsh Fire has a balanced side with reasonable quality. They will need their big names to fire consistently to overcome a strong Superchargers outfit on their home turf.

Welsh Fire Expected Playing 11

Stephen Eskinazi, Jonny Bairstow (wk), Steve Smith, Tom Abell (c), Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Luke Wells, Paul Walter, Chris Woakes, Chris Green, David Payne, Riley Meredith

NS vs WF Toss Prediction

Both captains are likely to be satisfied with bowling first. Two of the four matches between the Superchargers and the Fire were won by chasing. The Superchargers’ previous victory was through batting second.

Pitch Report and Weather Conditions

The Headingley wicket generally favours the batters in the 100-ball competition. You can expect high-octane stroke play and fast scoring while the sun is out. While seam bowling can still make an impact early on, the slightly flat deck and minimal seam movement after the powerplay tend to reward batters.

A sharp start or middle overs acceleration can up the ante. The Superchargers put up a first innings score of 158 for seven in the last match they played against the Fire at Headingley.

Matchday in Leeds is expected to be partly sunny with warm conditions, while also being humid. Rain is highly unlikely with only an 11 percent chance incoming.

NS vs WF: Who Will Win?

The Welsh Fire has been a bit of a bogey team for the Northern Superchargers. The hosts have generally been better in the league overall, though. The Superchargers ended the last three matches of last season unbeaten and could keep up that momentum with a win to start 2025.

Bet on Northern Superchargers to win.

NS vs WF win percentage stands at 56% in favor of NS.

Todays Match Prediction: Northern Superchargers to Win.