MNR Playing 11 for Welsh Fire vs Manchester Originals, Match 2 of The Hundred; Top Picks, Fantasy Cricket Tips for WEF vs MNR Dream11 Team Prediction

The second match of The Hundred, featuring Welsh Fire and Manchester Originals, is scheduled to be held at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff. The game is set to commence at 07:30 PM IST on 02 August.

Manchester Originals had an impressive campaign in the 2022 edition of The Hundred, securing the runners-up position. They finished second on the points table with five wins and three losses, and their strong performance earned them a spot in the Eliminator. They overcame London Spirit in a thrilling contest to advance to the finals. However, in the ultimate showdown, they faced defeat at the hands of Trent Rockets, narrowly missing out on the championship title.

This year, Manchester Originals will be led by the experienced Jos Buttler, who will bring his leadership skills and explosive batting to the forefront. Supported by a talented roster, including Laurie Evans, Paul Walter, Phil Salt, and Wayne Madsen, the team looks well-equipped to make another strong run in the tournament. 

Manchester Originals Playing 11 Team News

• The team has a clean bill of health with no injury worries.
• All players are fit and eligible for selection.
• Jos Buttler will captain the team, while Phil Salt will take on the wicket-keeping duties.

MNR Playing 11

1. Jos Buttler (c)
2. Phil Salt (wk)
3. Laurie Evans
4. Wayne Madsen
5. Max Holden
6. Ashton Turner
7. Paul Walter
8. Tom Lammonby
9. Tom Hartley
10. Richard Gleeson
11. Josh Little

Manchester Originals Squad

Ashton Turner, Fred Klaassen, Jamie Overton, Jos Buttler, Josh Little, Josh Tongue, Laurie Evans, Max Holden, Mitchell Stanley, Paul Walter, Phil Salt, Richard Gleeson, Tom Hartley, Tom Lammonby, Usama Mir, Wayne Madsen

WEF vs MNR Dream11 Prediction

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Paul Walter Stats in The Hundred

Meanwhile, Paul Walter showcased remarkable form in the T20 Blast 2023, scoring 363 runs in 17 matches and also displaying his all-round skills by taking 12 wickets. In the previous edition of The Hundred, he was the leading wicket-taker with 14 wickets in 10 matches.

With the approaching Welsh Fire and Manchester Originals match, Walter will be eager to maintain his outstanding performances and play a crucial role in his team’s quest for victory.

Phil Salt Stats in The Hundred

Phil Salt was the second-highest run-scorer in the previous season of The Hundred, amassing 353 runs in 10 matches with an impressive average of 39.22. Additionally, he had a decent run in the T20 Blast, scoring 237 runs in 12 matches. 

As the upcoming Welsh Fire and Manchester Originals Dream11 match approaches, Salt will aim to replicate his successful performances and contribute significantly to his team’s success.