London Spirit emerged victorious against Welsh Fire in a thrilling match of the Hundred Women’s 2025 tournament, winning by a mere two runs. The star of the show was 22-year-old Charlie Not, whose exceptional all-around performance proved decisive. Not not only top-scored for her team but also took a crucial wicket.
London Spirit, batting first, scored 124 runs in 99 balls. Not’s powerful innings of 47 runs off 33 balls, including seven boundaries, was a standout. Other contributors included Kira Chatley with 19 runs and Grace Harris with 18 runs. Welsh Fire bowlers Freya Davies and Katie Levick each took three wickets.
Welsh Fire, attempting to chase down a target of 125, could only manage 122 runs in their 100 balls, losing five wickets. Not’s bowling also played a key role in the victory, as she dismissed the Welsh Fire captain. Despite efforts from Sophia Dunkley (36 runs), Hayley Matthews (26 runs), and Jess Jonassen (29 runs), Welsh Fire fell short of the target.