Leading run-scorer, two-time runner-up – Salt certainly has pedigree in The Hundred.

The Welshman reached the final with Manchester Originals in 2022 and 2023, but believes he can go one step further and revive a latent Welsh Fire.

The Cardiff-based team is the worst-performing franchise in the tournament’s short history, with both the men’s and women’s teams finishing in last place last year.

Neither team has won the tournament and the men have yet to reach the play-offs, but with tech billionaire Sanjay Govil buying a 50% stake in the team for £40m, there is hope this year could be different.

“Historically Welsh Fire haven’t done that well, they haven’t given the fans much to get excited about, but I see this as a good opportunity to change things. I’m excited about it,” Salt said.

Salt said the Sophia Gardens pitch, along with the clubhouse music from indie-rock band Blossoms, should favor a high score.

Two further 2026 recruits, Glamorgan pair Ben Kellaway and Asa Tribe, will bring that local knowledge and Welsh heartbeat to the team.

“We have a lot of experience in the locker room,” Salt said.

“There’s been a lot of talk about the wicket – it looks like a really good place to play cricket when you look at Glamorgan’s scores this season.

“We have to start fast and play a lot of aggressive, front-foot cricket.

“Can we win the competition? Definitely. I don’t see why not.”

Phil Salt spoke to BBC Sport as part of a Compare the Market event.