Welsh Fire (WEF) will take on Trent Rockets (TRT) in match No. 11 of the ongoing The Hundred Men’s 2026 tournament. This game will be played at Sophia Gardens in Cardiff on Wednesday, July 29.
Phil Salt-led Welsh Fire have had a great start to the season. They find themselves at No. 2 in the standings, having beaten Southern Brave by six wickets and MI London by 15 runs. Welsh Fire would want to build on their impressive start.
Meanwhile, Sam Billings’ Trent Rockets have played two matches, winning one and losing one. They started with a gut-wrenching 10-run defeat to the Birmingham Phoenix. In the following game, the Rockets defeated London Spirit by four wickets.
WEF vs TRT: Match Details
| Match | Welsh Fire vs Trent Rockets, Match 11, The Hundred Men’s 2026 |
| Date and Time (IST) | Wednesday, July 29, 2026, 7:30 PM (IST) |
| Venue |
Sophia Gardens, Cardiff
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| Broadcast and Live-Streaming | Click here to watch WEF vs TRT Live Stream on Sports Live Hub (SLH) |
Sophia Gardens, Cardiff: Pitch Report
The Sophia Gardens in Cardiff is expected to provide a decent surface for batting. However, bowlers can cause trouble if they bowl in the right areas, especially when the ball is new. Winning the toss and bowling first would be the better idea as the game will start early and there could be some moisture on the surface.
WEF vs TRT: Head-to-Head Record
| Matches Played | 5 |
| Won By WEF | 3 |
| Won By TRT | 2 |
| No Result | – |
| First-ever Fixture | August 6, 2021 (TRT Won) |
| Most Recent Fixture | August 24, 2025 (TRT Won) |
WEF vs TRT: Predicted Playing 11s
Welsh Fire:
Phil Salt (C & WK), Matthew Short, Joe Root, Rachin Ravindra, Jordan Cox, Marco Jansen, Asa Tribe, Ben Kellaway, Chris Woakes, Lockie Ferguson, Sam Cook.
Trent Rockets:
Ben Duckett, Finn Allen, Tom Banton, Tim David, Sam Billings (C & WK), Mitchell Santner, Lewis Gregory, Craig Overton, Calvin Harrison, Matt Henry, Mohammad Amir.
WEF vs TRT: Probable Best Performers of the Match
Probable Best Batter: Ben Duckett
Ben Duckett has had a fantastic start to the campaign. In two games, he has registered scores of 75 and 49. The southpaw is striking at 172.22. He will look to get his team off to a swashbuckling start on Wednesday.
Probable Best Bowler: Lockie Ferguson
The experienced Lockie Ferguson would love bowling in these conditions. The right-arm seamer has picked up four wickets in two games at an average of 15.25 and an economy rate of 9.15. His spell on Wednesday could prove to be defining.
WEF vs TRT Match Prediction- FAQs
1. When and where will the Welsh Fire vs Trent Rockets match be played?
The Welsh Fire will face the Trent Rockets in Match 11 of The Hundred Men’s 2026 on Wednesday, July 29, at Sophia Gardens in Cardiff. The match is scheduled to begin at 7:30 PM IST.
2. Where can I watch the WEF vs TRT match live?
Fans can watch the match live on Sony Sports Network, while live streaming will be available on the FanCode app and website.
3. What is the head-to-head record between Welsh Fire and Trent Rockets?
Welsh Fire and Trent Rockets have met five times in The Hundred Men. Welsh Fire have won three matches, while Trent Rockets have claimed two victories.
4. Who are the key players to watch in the WEF vs TRT match?
Ben Duckett is expected to be the key batter for Trent Rockets after scoring 75 and 49 in his first two matches this season. For Welsh Fire, Lockie Ferguson will be the bowler to watch, having picked up four wickets in two games.
5. What is the pitch report for Sophia Gardens, Cardiff?
The Sophia Gardens pitch is expected to provide a good batting surface, although fast bowlers could enjoy some early movement with the new ball. Teams winning the toss may prefer to bowl first, as early moisture could offer assistance to the seamers.
Today’s Match Prediction: Chasing side to win the match
Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.
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