Phil Salt leads Welsh Fire to victory over Southern Brave in The Hundred
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Last updated Jul 22, 2026

Phil Salt captained Welsh Fire to a six-wicket win against Southern Brave in The Hundred on July 23, 2026, ending an eight-match losing streak against them. Chasing a target of 135, the Fire required 14 runs from the final 10 balls. Salt's unbeaten 47 runs included a decisive six that sealed the victory. The Brave struggled early, with key players like David Miller (44) and Thomas Rew (41) contributing runs but failing to build a substantial partnership.
- •Welsh Fire beat Southern Brave by six wickets in The Hundred.
- •Phil Salt scored an unbeaten 47 runs to lead his team.
- •Fire required 14 runs off the last 10 balls to win.
- •David Miller and Thomas Rew were top scorers for the Brave.
- •The match took place on July 23, 2026.
"Phil Salt weathered a bowling storm from England fast bowler Jofra Archer as the Welsh Fire captain led his side to a six-wicket victory over Southern Brave in The Hundred.
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