The Hundred Returns to Cardiff – And Welsh Fire Are Ready to Blaze Again

The Hundred returns to Cardiff for its fifth year on 9 August, with the double-header visit of London Spirit.

The wait is nearly over, The Hundred is back in Cardiff this summer, and it all kicks off on Saturday 9th August at Sophia Gardens, when Welsh Fire take on London Spirit in what promises to be a blockbuster opening double-header.

This isn’t just cricket — it’s fast, fun and full-throttle, with both the men’s and women’s teams playing back-to-back in front of thousands of fans. With tickets already flying out, the buzz is building fast.

What is The Hundred?

If you’re new to it, The Hundred is cricket with a twist. Each team has just 100 balls to bat or bowl, making games shorter, sharper and packed with action. Designed to attract new audiences to the sport, it blends world-class cricket with live music, street food, and a summer festival vibe, all in under three hours.

A Huge Year for Welsh Fire

The Welsh Fire women’s team made history in 2024, reaching their first-ever Hundred final. After finishing top of the table, to book their spot at Lord’s, where they narrowly lost to London Spirit in one of the most competitive finals the tournament has seen — by just four wickets with two balls remaining. The rematch on 9th August promises fireworks.

The men’s team also had a strong season, finishing fourth , a massive improvement on previous years when they had sat bottom of the table. With both sides now genuine contenders, Cardiff is fast becoming a fortress for Fire.

Australian superstar Steve Smith has become Welsh Fire’s first Direct Signing in The Hundred, signing up on Deadline Day as the men’s and women’s teams begin to form their squad.

Smith joins the likes of Tom Kohler-Cadmore, captain Tom Abell and Jonny Bairstow in Mike Hussey’s men’s squad, while the women’s team have secured the return of overseas trio Hayley Matthews, Jess Jonassen and Shabnim Ismail, as well as captain Tammy Beaumont.

Cardiff Fixtures

Don’t miss any of the action at Sophia Gardens:

Saturday 9 August – vs London Spirit – Tickets
Wednesday 13 August – vs Manchester Originals
Wednesday 20 August – vs Southern Brave
Sunday 24 August – vs Trent Rockets

All home games are double-headers, featuring both men’s and women’s matches on the same day so it’s a full day of fun at an affordable price

Tickets & Info

Most of the tickets have already been snapped up for the opening fixture, with prices from just £5 for under-16s and £21 for adults — making it a brilliant, affordable summer day out for all the family

Visit thehundred.com to grab your tickets now.

With strong turnouts, competitive matches, and rising performances from both Fire teams, Cardiff has firmly cemented itself as one of The Hundred’s most exciting venues — drawing in passionate local fans and travelling supporters ready for festival vibes.

So whether you’re a seasoned cricket lover or just up for something different this summer with the kids, The Hundred in Cardiff is not to be missed.