Manchester Originals Suffer Heavy Defeat to Welsh Fire in The Hundred
- Jos Buttler was unable to participate due to a calf injury, impacting the performance of Manchester Originals.
- The team managed to score only 86 runs, leading to an eight-wicket defeat against Welsh Fire.
- With this loss, Manchester Originals' record stands at 4-3 in The Hundred tournament.
Manchester Originals faced a significant setback in their latest match against Welsh Fire, as they struggled in the absence of injured captain Jos Buttler. The Originals posted one of the lowest scores in The Hundred's history, managing only 78 runs before succumbing to an eight-wicket defeat at Emirates Old Trafford. Welsh Fire chased down the target in just 57 balls, with notable contributions from Jonny Bairstow and Joe Clarke, who scored 18 and 33 not out, respectively. Phil Salt, stepping in for Buttler, had a disappointing outing, dismissed for a duck on the second ball of the match. The Originals' batting lineup faltered early, with David Willey of Welsh Fire claiming three wickets for just 14 runs. Despite a few late efforts from Jamie Overton and Scott Currie, the Originals could not muster a competitive total, narrowly avoiding the record low score of 75 runs set by Birmingham Phoenix last year. Welsh Fire's bowlers dominated the match, with Willey leading the charge alongside Josh Little, David Payne, Mason Crane, and Jake Ball, all contributing to a comprehensive victory. This win marked the largest margin of victory in terms of deliveries remaining in the men's competition's history, surpassing the previous record held by Southern Brave. Looking ahead, The Hundred continues with the Northern Superchargers set to face the Trent Rockets on Friday, with the women's match available for live viewing on Sky Sports platforms.