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Welsh players feature prominently in The Hundred's sixth edition

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 22, 2026, 5:40 AM

Last updated Jul 22, 2026

Welsh players feature prominently in The Hundred's sixth edition
Summary

Six Welsh players are participating in the sixth edition of The Hundred, which began on 22 July 2026. Welsh Fire, seeking their first title, features three players including captain Phil Salt, who holds the record for most runs in the competition. Ben Kellaway returns after being named Player of the Match in his debut last season, while Sophia Smale represents Welsh Fire as the sole Welsh woman in the tournament. The competition marks a record contribution of homegrown talent for Wales.

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By the Numbers
  • •Welsh players total six in The Hundred 2026.
  • •Phil Salt captains Welsh Fire, looking for a title.
  • •Ben Kellaway was Player of the Match in his debut.
  • •Sophia Smale is the only Welsh woman in the tournament.
  • •Competition began on 22 July 2026 with Welsh Fire's first match.
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  • 5:40 AMYahoo Sports — The Welsh players competing in The Hundred in 2026
  • 5:40 AMBBC Sport — The Welsh players competing in The Hundred in 2026
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Take a closer look at the Welsh players competing in the sixth edition of The Hundred, as the home franchise seeks a revival.

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Take a closer look at the Welsh players competing in the sixth edition of The Hundred, as the home franchise seeks a revival.

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