Sunrisers Leeds Near Qualification After Victory Over Welsh Fire

Sunrisers Leeds enhanced their chances of qualifying for the knockout stages of The Hundred with a decisive 71-run victory over Welsh Fire.

In the match, Sunrisers scored 201-4, led by Mitch Marsh, who contributed a half-century off 34 balls. He formed a strong opening partnership of 89 runs with Ryan Rickelton, who made 40 runs. Chris Woakes took two wickets for Welsh Fire, while captain Zak Crawley added a quick 34 runs.

In response, Welsh Fire managed only 130-6, with Matt Short scoring 43 and Joe Root adding 31. Brydon Carse took three wickets for Sunrisers, and the Fire's chances of advancing are now slim, needing a win against London Spirit and favorable net run-rate outcomes.