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Sunrisers Leeds Edge Closer to Hundred Knockout After Win

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The Hundred men’s competition saw Sunrisers Leeds triumph 201-4, a 71‑run victory over Welsh Fire at Headingley. Mitch Marsh struck a 34‑ball 50 and added 89 with Ryan Rickelton, while Chris Woakes took 2‑41, removing key wickets including Brook and Marsh.

In the chase, only Matt Short (43) and Joe Root (31) exceeded 13 runs for the Fire. Brydon Carse dismissed Short, Salt and Jansen, and Nathan Ellis claimed Root; both Carse and Tom Kohler‑Cadmore finished unbeaten on 13. The Fire finished 130‑6, well short of the target.

With the win, Sunrisers Leeds now need only to avoid defeat against Manchester Super Giants to secure a knockout spot, and a victory would boost them into contention for the top slot if Trent Rockets fall to Southern Brave. Welsh Fire, sitting third on 16 points, will require wins over London Spirit and then rely on net run‑rate.

The next match at Nottingham pits Trent Rockets against Southern Brave, while the women’s top‑of‑table clash at 15:00 BST sees Rockets aiming for Lord’s final.