Superb Short half-century guides Fire past Brave
Welsh Fire claim their fourth win in five matches in this season's Hundred as a well-crafted half-century from Matt Short helps them defeat Southern Brave by six wickets in Cardiff.
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Key People
Joe Root is an English cricketer and the former captain of the England Test team.
Jofra Archer is an English cricketer known for his fast bowling.
Marcus Stoinis is an Australian cricketer known for his all-round capabilities.
Matt Short is a cricketer who played for Welsh Fire.
Phil Salt is an opening batsman for the England cricket team.
Rachin Ravindra is a New Zealand cricketer who played a significant innings.
Sam Cook is an English cricketer known for his bowling skills.
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Welsh Fire claim their fourth win in five matches in this season's Hundred as a well-crafted half-century from Matt Short helps them defeat Southern Brave by six wickets in Cardiff.
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