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Sunrisers thump Fire to close in on qualification

Sunrisers Leeds move closer to securing qualification for The Hundred's knockout stages with a comprehensive 71-run win over Welsh Fire.

Sunrisers thump Fire to close in on qualification

The Hundred men's competition in Headingley saw Sunrisers Leeds secure a 71-run victory over Welsh Fire, moving closer to qualification for the knockout stages. Mitch Marsh led the way for Sunrisers with a half-century, while Chris Woakes took 2-41 to claim a crucial breakthrough. Fire, on the other hand, posted a total of 130-6, but were unable to maintain the required run rate, finishing at 130-6.

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