The Hundred 2025: Batters to Watch in the 12th Match of WF vs MO Clash

As you prepare for the 12th match of The Hundred 2025 between Welsh Fire (WF) and Manchester Originals (MO), you are surely looking forward to at least some big hitting and second-to-none batting. Either team has some excellent run scorers this season, but some batters could be game-changers for both teams. So grab some snacks and get comfy because we are going to have a look at the key players that could flip the game on its head.

Jonny Bairstow – WF

First up is the Welsh Fire’s Jonny Bairstow, a rollercoaster with a bat who nobody would want to play against on Wednesday. Bairstow has tallied 251 runs across 9 games, with an average of 35.86 and a strike rate of 143.42. What makes Bairstow such a batter to watch is the combination of aggression and consistency. 

He is aggressive and will run with regularity, but doesn’t mind a partnership to build up a score before adding some heavy artillery. If Welsh Fire are gonna post or chase a competitive score, Bairstow’s form is important to achieving it. Bairstow is a batter who knows how to keep the crowd entertained when he is in full flight, and he likes to let the opposition know they are under pressure, especially with those lovely drives and the cheeky paddle sweep.

Tom Kohler-Cadmore – WF

Tom Kohler-Cadmore hasn’t had the best of times this season. He has only 152 runs in 10 matches, at an average of 19 and a strike rate of just over 111. That is a bit underwhelming for someone of his skill and big potential. The game is all about bouncing back, and if Kohler-Cadmore can find a way to strike form in this match, he could be a player who goes under the radar for Welsh Fire. Once he starts moving, he has an astonishing range of stroke play and the ability to accelerate an innings through the middle overs. 

Phil Salt – MO

Joining Manchester Originals this season, Phil Salt continues to light up The Hundred with his batting. He’s played ten matches, scored 360 runs, with an average of 36, and a strike rate of 147.54 — crisp. But what makes him special is his fearless attacking nature at the top of the order. He’s the type of player who can take the game completely away from you in the power play. Bowlers hate him. If he gets himself in and starts connecting with the ball, there probably isn’t a bowler in the tournament who can stop him. For MO, he’s not just their top run-scorer, he’s their engine. Expect fireworks if he’s in the crease.

The Battle That Could Define the Match

So who will prevail in the batter’s battle? Bairstow’s experience and power, Kohler-Cadmore seems to be back on the mend, or Salt, who is simply on fire? Each one will offer very different value, making this 12th fixture of The Hundred 2025 a very interesting spectacle to watch. Whether you support Welsh Fire or Manchester Originals, these batters will be tied to the success of their teams.

Will Kohler-Cadmore shut his critics up and rise to the occasion? Or will Bairstow and Salt have such consistent brilliance that they steal the show? There’s no question — expect the skies to be ablaze with fireworks! This match guarantees plenty of batting entertainment, so keep your popcorn close!

Disclaimer: This Exclusive News is based on the author’s understanding, analysis, and instinct. As you review this information, consider the points mentioned and form your own conclusions.

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