Welsh Fire's men and women miss out on Eliminators in The Hundred
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 4:32 AM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
Welsh Fire's men's and women's teams both failed to qualify for the Eliminators in The Hundred after improved seasons in 2026. Despite finishing fifth in the standings, the women's side finished without a top-three finish, while the men's team fell short in a recent match against London Spirit, losing by six runs. Replacement captain Georgia Wareham helped the women finish strong with a win over London Spirit, while Chris Woakes expressed disappointment over the men's continued struggles. Both teams will now prepare for the 2027 season after a mix of optimism and setbacks this year.
- •Welsh Fire's men finished fifth, failing to qualify for the Eliminators.
- •Women's team secured a 15-run victory against London Spirit in their final match.
- •Both teams need to improve their performance for the next season.
- •Chris Woakes highlights team's potential despite another disappointing campaign.
- •Replacement captain Georgia Wareham praises team's effort and fan support.
- 4:32 AMYahoo Sports — What next for Welsh Fire?
- 4:31 AMBBC Sport — What next for Welsh Fire?
"Players and fans reflect as Welsh Fire's men's and women's sides again miss out on the Eliminators, despite a drastically improved season in The Hundred.
"Players and fans reflect as Welsh Fire's men's and women's sides again miss out on the Eliminators, despite a drastically improved season in The Hundred.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 13, 2026, 4:32 AMWhat next for Welsh Fire?
Players and fans reflect as Welsh Fire's men's and women's sides again miss out on the Eliminators, despite a drastically improved season in The Hundred.
- BBC SportAug 13, 2026, 4:31 AMWhat next for Welsh Fire?
Players and fans reflect as Welsh Fire's men's and women's sides again miss out on the Eliminators, despite a drastically improved season in The Hundred.
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