Welsh Fire is set to ignite Cardiff's Sophia Gardens this summer with four action-packed matchdays in The Hundred cricket competition, featuring a headline performance from 90s rock band Feeder, alongside rising Welsh star Hana Lili and Cardiff-based trio Mellt. Tickets start at £18 for adults and just £5 for children, making it an affordable family day out.
Matchday Schedule and Cricket Action
The matchdays will take place on July 25, July 29, August 3, and August 12, 2026, when Welsh Fire's men's and women's teams compete in The Hundred – a fast-paced 100-ball cricket format designed to keep spectators on the edge of their seats. The shorter format ensures non-stop excitement, with each match lasting around two and a half hours.
Headline Entertainment Lineup
On July 25, former Cardiff and Wales rugby star Josh Navidi will serve as headline DJ. Navidi, who won the 2019 Grand Slam and captained his country, will also participate in on-stage interviews and photo opportunities, sharing stories from his legendary career. July 29 features Hana Lili, a rising Welsh talent who previously supported Coldplay at the Principality Stadium, blending indie, pop, and rock with honest songwriting. August 3 sees Newport band Feeder, Kerrang! Hall of Fame inductees with over 1.4 million albums sold and five consecutive UK Top 10 records, take the stage. On August 12, Cardiff-based Welsh-language rock trio Mellt will perform, known for their high-energy sound and award-winning debut album Mae’n Hawdd Pan Ti’n Ifanc, which won Welsh Language Album of the Year in 2018.
Family Entertainment and Activities
Beyond cricket and music, each matchday will be packed with extra entertainment, including daredevil BMX stunt shows, spectacular fire jugglers and pyrotechnics bringing the 'festival of Fire' to life, handpicked street food stalls offering flavours from across Wales, and interactive sports games and activities for all ages.
Quotes and Ticket Information
“It’s never just been about the cricket, it’s about the atmosphere, the pride and giving our supporters a day they’ll never forget,” said Gemma Polding, Head of Marketing at Welsh Fire. “We’ve got legends, homegrown talent and all the fun you could ask for, all for a price that won’t break the bank. Fuel the fire and come be part of something special.” Tickets are on sale now via the official Welsh Fire website.
