Northern Superchargers vs Welsh Fire Head-to-Head Records: Most Runs, Wickets, and Highest Total

Northern Superchargers vs Welsh Fire Head-to-Head Records in Hundred

The Superchargers, led by Harry Brook, are eager to improve this year with stars like Adil Rashid,  David Miller, and Mitchell Santner. In the previous season,  Superchargers reached the Eliminator round with five victories and a draw. However, they failed to bring the best out of it. In the new season, Northerners are all set to open their campaign against Welsh Fire at their home ground, Headingley Cricket Ground in Leeds. 

In 2025, Steven Smith was assigned the duty of the Welsh Fire’s new captain, replacing Tom Abell after a disastrous 2024 The Hundred season. They won only two games and failed to defend their batting lineup. This year, Welsh has a fiery squad featuring Steve Smith, Jonny Bairstow, and Luke Wells. Plus, all-rounders Chris Green, Saif Saif Zaib, Tom Abell, and Chris Woakes, adding extra layers to the squad’s attacking line-up. Headingley is popular for its super close contests and high-octane matches. The pitch supports batters favouring the home team’s deep batting line-up. However, Welsh Fire’s previous record will give them confidence over the Superchargers in the upcoming match.  

Here’s a detailed breakdown of the overall Northern Superchargers and Welsh Fire stats:

Northern Superchargers vs Welsh Fire Head to Head: Winning Percentage

Superchargers and Welsh Fire played only four matches in the Hundred tournament. Out of four games, two were won by the Welsh Fire, and in one game, the Superchargers became the winners.  One game went without any result. 

Let’s take a look at the win percentage for both Northern Superchargers and Welsh Fire sides:

Superchargers vs Fire Head to Head: Win Breakdown by Batting First & Chasing

Northern Superchargers won only one match while chasing the target against the Welsh Fire, while their opponent won two games against one match batting first and the other match by chasing.  

Here is the winning breakdown by batting first and chasing for the Superchargers and the Fire. 

Superchargers vs Fire: Head to Head at Different Venues

Let’s take a look at the overall Superchargers vs Fire head-to-head record at different venues, including the Sophia Gardens, Headingley, Leeds, and other neutral venues.

NOS vs WEF Head to Head At Sophia Gardens, Cardiff

The home ground of the Welsh Fire, Sophia Gardens, has witnessed 2 matches of the home team against Northern Superchargers in The Hundred tournament. In which only Superchargers were able to triumph over the Fire in one match. And one match went without any result.      

Here’s the detailed Sophia Gardens, Cardiff records and stats for the Superchargers and the Fire:

NOS vs WEF Head to Head At Headingley, Leeds

The Headingley cricket ground in Leeds only hosted two games of the Superchargers. In both games, Welsh Fire outmusled the Superchargers at their home ground and won the games.  

Here’s the detailed Headingley, Leeds records and stats for the Superchargers and the Fire-

NOS vs WEF Head to Head At Neutral Venues

Apart from Sophia Gardens and Heedingley cricket ground, there are no other venues where Superchargers and Fire played against each other. So, there is no record available for the Superchargers vs Fire stats at the neutral venues.

Superchargers vs Fire: Last 5 Matches

The  Last time Superchargers and Fire faced each other in The Hundred 2024 tournament was on 8 August at the Sophia Gardens in Cardiff. The match was abandoned and went without a result.  

NSC-M vs WF-M: Key Matches from History

Welsh Fire Dominance – Headingley, Leeds (August 22, 2023)

In 2023, Welsh Fire secured their second win over Superchargers and continued their dominance, winning the match by 8 wickets with 10 balls remaining at Headingley. Northern Superchargers posted 158/7, with Harry Brook’s blistering 105* off 42 balls, including 12 fours and 4 sixes. However, Stephen Eskinazi (58 runs), Jonny Bairstow (44 runs), and Joe Clarke’s unbeaten 44 off 22 balls led Welsh Fire to 159/2 in just 15 overs. 

Start of the Welsh and Superchargers Rivalry – Headingley, Leeds (July 24, 2021)

In 2021, Welsh Fire and Northern Superchargers met for the first time in the tournament at Heedingley in Leeds. Fire beat the host team by 5 runs in a thrilling close encounter. Welsh Fire gave a target of 173/4, powered by Jonny Bairstow’s aggressive 56 and Glenn Phillips’ 42 runs. Qais Ahmad’s sensational 4/13, dismantling Superchargers’ middle order, restricted them to 168/7 despite Ben Stokes’ valiant 39 runs, Welsh Fire clinched their first victory in The Hundred 2021’s inaugural season.

Superchargers triumph over Fire– Sophia Gardens, Cardiff (August 26, 2022)

In a thrilling contest, Northern Superchargers triumphed over the Welsh Fire and clinched a 6-wicket victory with 9 balls remaining at Sophia Gardens. From the start, Welsh Fire struggled to 114/4 in their 100 balls. In response, Adam Lyth composed 47 off 34 balls, paired with David Wiese’s unbeaten 15, which contributed to Superchargers to 116/4 in 91 balls. Craig Miles’ tight bowling couldn’t halt Superchargers’ steady chase, marking a clinical performance in The Hundred 2022.

Top Performers in NOS vs WEF Rivalry

Top Run Scorers

Harry Brook (NOS) - 182 runs

Harry Brook is the highest run scorer of the Northern Superchargers against Welsh Fire in the tournament’s history. Brook has scored 182 runs, including his dynamic knock of 105 runs against Fire in 2023. Against Welsh Fire, he delivered a breathtaking 105* off 42 balls in 2023 at Headingley, the fastest century in the competition’s history, though Superchargers fell short by 8 wickets. In 2021, also at Headingley, Brook smashed 62 off 31 balls, including five sixes, nearly clinching a chase of 174. His aggressive strokeplay and ability to dominate Fire’s bowlers highlight his importance to the Superchargers.

Ben Duckett (WEF) - 105 runs

Ben Duckett is the top scorer of the Welsh Fire, who scored 105 runs against the Superchargers in The Hundred. Ben Duckett was the key player for Welsh Fire in The Hundred, delivering impactful performances with his elegant left-handed batting. Against Northern Superchargers, Duckett’s standout display came in 2022 at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff, where he scored a 64 off 48 balls, a noteworthy contribution in the 114/4, which they lost against Superchargers.

Top Wicket Takers

Adil Rashid (NOS) - 3 wickets

Adil Rashid has taken the most wickets, 3 for the Superchargers against Welsh Fire in the tournament's history. Adil Rashid has been a key player for Northern Superchargers in The Hundred, with his leg-spin with precision, and cunning. Against Welsh Fire, his standout performance came in 2022 at Sophia Gardens, where he claimed 1/17 in 20 balls. His ability to outsmart batsmen like Jonny Bairstow showcases his class. With his experience and variations, Rashid remains a vital asset for Superchargers, consistently challenging Fire’s batting lineup in their high-octane clashes.

Qais Ahmad (WEF) - 4 wickets

Quis Ahmad is the bowler who has taken the most wickets for the Welsh Fire against the Northern Superchargers in the tournament. He only played one game with the Fire in 2021 and impressed with his bowling, delivering a remarkable 4/13 in 20 balls, dismantling the Superchargers’ batting with sharp leg-spin to secure a thrilling 5-run victory for Fire.This spell remains his best bowling figure against Superchargers and one of the finest in The Hundred’s history.

Northern Superchargers vs Welsh Fire: Team Insights

Northern Superchargers Team Insight

The Northern Superchargers kick off their 2025 Hundred campaign against Welsh Fire on August 7 at Headingley, Leeds, aiming to leverage their strong batting and bowling units. Historically, Welsh Fire hold a 2-1 edge in men’s matches, overshadowing Superchargers’ 2022 6-wicket victory. The 2024 clash was abandoned due to rain. 

The 2025 Northern Superchargers squad boasts firepower with Harry Brook, Dawid Malan, and Zak Crawley. Adil Rashid anchors the bowling alongside Matthew Potts and Mohammad Amir, who is replacing Ben Dwarshuis, who is out of the tournament due to International commitment. Imad Wasim is another Pakistani player who has signed a deal with Supercargers to replace Mitchell Santner for the two games. New additions include Rocky Flintoff and Dan Lawrence, replacing departed players like Ben Stokes, enhancing batting depth.

Superchargers’ balanced squad, with Brook’s form (162.65 strike rate) and Rashid’s spin threat, gives them a slight edge. Headingley’s balanced pitch favors their aggressive batting, but Fire’s revamped lineup, including Steve Smith and Jonny Bairstow, poses a challenge. Despite Fire’s 2023 dominance, Superchargers’ home advantage and squad stability suggest a 55% chance of winning the opener, setting a strong tone for their playoff push.

NOS 2025 squad

Harry Brook, David Miller (o), Adil Rashid, Mitchell Santner (o), Brydon Carse, Matthew Potts, Graham Clark, Pat Brown, Mohammad Amir (o), Tom Lawes, Zak Crawley, Dan Lawrence, Michael Pepper, Dawid Malan, James Fuller, Rocky Flintoff, Imad Wasim

Welsh Fire Team Insight

Welsh Fire faced Northern Superchargers in their 2025 Hundred opener on August 7 at Headingley, Leeds, seeking to overturn a mixed 2024 campaign. In 2024, their August 8 clash at Sophia Gardens was abandoned after 27 balls due to rain, with Superchargers at 26/5 while Fire’s  Matt Henry, Haris Rauf had 2 wickets each. 

The 2025 Welsh Fire squad features Jonny Bairstow, Steve Smith, Tom Abell, and Glenn Phillips. Bowling relies on David Payne, Josh Hull, Riley Meredith, and Mason Crane, with Haris Rauf’s departure a blow. 

Fire’s revamped batting, led by Smith and Bairstow, offers firepower, but their 2024 sixth-place finish (2 wins, 4 losses) exposes inconsistencies. Superchargers’ strong lineup, including Harry Brook and Adil Rashid, and home advantage at Headingley, turned the game. With a balanced pitch, Fire have a 45% chance of winning, needing their batsmen to fire. 

WEF 2025 squad

Chris Woakes, Steve Smith (C), Jonny Bairstow, Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Tom Abell, Luke Wells, Stephen Eskinazi, David Payne, Paul Walter, Riley Meredith, Chris Green, Saif Zaib, Josh Hull, Mason Crane, Ajeet Singh Dale, Ben Kellaway.