The Auckland cricket team has announced the signing of English player Luke Wright as performance and talent coach on Thursday (June 23). Wright recently bagged a coaching role with the New Zealand national team for the upcoming Ireland, Scotland and Netherlands tours.

“The leading English domestic T20 run-scorer and ICC T20 World Cup winner returns to Auckland as the newly appointed ACES Performance and Talent Coach,” Auckland Cricket mentioned in an official statement.

The 37-year-old English all-rounder recently made the news after becoming the first player to achieve the 5000-run mark in T20 Blast history. He resigned from his captaincy duties before the start of this season and is struggling with injuries lately. He scored 46 runs against Glamorgan, his highest score this season, but Sussex suffered their seventh defeat from the opening ten matches. After the Glamorgan match, Wright hinted at his retirement plans at the end of this season despite another year left on his contract with Sussex.

ACES PERFORMANCE AND TALENT COACH | The leading English domestic T20 run-scorer and ICC T20 World Cup winner returns to Auckland as the newly appointed ACES Performance and Talent Coach.

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— Auckland Cricket (@aucklandcricket) June 23, 2022

Wright has previously played for the Auckland cricket team in the Super Smash tournament for the two seasons in 2013-14 and 2014-15, and had scored 188 runs in 10 matches. His wife Rebecca Whilst is from Auckland as well and the player said that he has a good memory of how the Auckland team treated him and his family.

“I really enjoyed my time on the pitch with the team but it was the memories of how my family and I were treated that stood out. My core values as a coach are to build relationships and belief in players. When players have confidence and belief, amazing things can happen. I can’t wait,” Wright said on the official Auckland cricket website.

Auckland head coach Doug Watson reckons that the player’s experience will prove helpful for the development of the players and will have a great impact on the team’s overall environment.

“He will bring fresh ideas to our set-up and has a good understanding of our team culture. Having someone of the calibre of Luke in our setup will be great for the development of the players and our overall team environment,” said Watson.

Preview:

Northern Brave will go one-on-one against Canterbury Kings in the Final of the Super Smash 2021/22 on Saturday. Northern Brave directly cemented their spot in the finals as they emerged as table toppers with 32 points. They have lost only one game so far in this tournament, which shows their level of consistency.

Canterbury Kings, on the other hand, had to take an extra route to reach the finals. In a close contest, they defeated Wellington Firebirds by 6 wickets in the Eliminator. Thanks to special innings from Cam Fletcher who finished the things for the Kings. Both teams have got star players in their line-up and we can expect a thrilling contest between them.

Match Details:

Northern Brave vs Canterbury Kings, Final

Venue: Seddon Park, Hamilton

Date & Time: 29th January at 11:20 AM IST and 6:50 PM Local Time

Live Streaming: Fancode

Pitch Report:

The runs will come quick and fast on this surface. As usual, the seamers can generate more pace and bounce. It’s a high-scoring venue and we can expect a run-fest in this match.

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Probable Playing XIs for NB vs CTB:

Northern Brave

Katene Clarke, Tim Seifert (wk), Jeet Raval (c), Colin de Grandhomme, Mitchell Santner, Henry Cooper, Anurag Verma, Tim Southee, Ish Sodhi, Joe Walker, Trent Boult

Canterbury Kings

Chad Bowes, Tom Latham, Daryl Mitchell, Leo Carter, Cole McConchie (c), Cam Fletcher (wk), Henry Shipley, Matt Henry, Todd Astle, Mitch Hay, Ed Nuttall

Top Picks for NB vs CTB Dream11 Match:

Top Picks – Northern Brave

Tim Seifert is back into his best of form which is quite relieving for Northern Brave. In 9 matches in this tournament, he has scored 234 runs at an average of 33.42 with the highest score of 88*

Mitchell Santner is an X-factor for Northern Brave. In 4 matches in this competition, he has scalped 7 wickets at an economy of 6.46 and has scored 66 runs in 3 innings.

Top Picks – Canterbury Kings

Cam Fletcher played a sensational knock in the run-chase against Wellington in the Eliminator, where he scored unbeaten 63 runs from just 25 balls, which includes 6 fours and 3 sixes. Overall in this tournament, he has accumulated 296 runs at an average of close to 50.

Daryl Mitchell brings more balance into the side in any form of the game. In 4 matches in this competition, he has smashed 140 runs at an average of 46.66 and has also picked up a wicket

NB vs CTB Must Picks for Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for NB vs CTB Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Tom Latham (vc), Tim Seifert (c), Cam Fletcher, Chad Bowes, Jeet Raval, Katene Clarke, Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Santner, Trent Boult, Matt Henry, Anurag Verma

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for NB vs CTB Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Tom Latham, Tim Seifert, Cam Fletcher, Leo Carter, Chad Bowes, Katene Clarke, Colin de Grandhomme (vc), Daryl Mitchell (c), Tim Southee, Ish Sodhi, Matt Henry

Today’s NB vs CTB Probable Winners:

Canterbury Kings are expected to win this match.

Note: Updated Fantasy teams and Playing XIs of every match will be provided in our Telegram channel if the information is available.

Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.

Preview

Canterbury Kings and Wellington Firebirds will be playing the Elimination final of the Super Smash 2021-22. The winner of this game will play the final against Northern Knights on January 29. Canterbury won seven out of the ten games in the tournament and is placed in second place in the points table.

Wellington won five of the ten group matches and is placed in the third position in the points table. The team has won three of their last five matches.

Match Details

Canterbury Kings vs Wellington Firebirds, Elimination Final

Venue: University Oval, Dunedin

Date & Time: 27th January at 06:10 AM IST and 01:40 PM Local Time

Live Streaming: Fancode

Pitch Report

The pitch is likely to give equal opportunity to both the batters and the bowlers. As the game will progress, the batters will find it easy to play shots and gather runs.

Probable Playing XIs for CTB vs WF

Canterbury Kings

Tom Latham, Chad Bowes, Leo Carter, Daryl Mitchell, Cam Fletcher (wk), Cole McConchie (c), Matt Henry, Henry Shipley, Blake Coburn, Todd Astle, Ed Nuttall

Wellington Firebirds

Devon Conway, Finn Allen, Tom Blundell (wk), Michael Bracewell (c), Rachin Ravindra, James Neesham, Logan van Beek, Nathan Smith, Ben Sears, Peter Younghusband, Ollie Newton

Top Picks for CTB vs WF Dream11 Match

Top Picks – Canterbury Kings

Henry Shipley has made 140 runs in nine matches at an average of 28 and a strike rate of 140. He has taken 15 wickets at an average of 13.53, an economy of 7.51, and a strike rate of 10.8.

Matt Henry has picked 12 wickets in eight matches at an average of 20.5, an economy of 7.68, and a strike rate of 16.

Top Picks – Wellington Firebirds

Michael Bracewell is the leading run-scorer in the tournament. He has made 397 runs in nine matches at an average of 79.40 and a strike rate of 148.68. Bracewell has made a century and three half-centuries in the tournament.

Finn Allen has made 268 runs in ten matches at an average of 26.8 and a strike rate of 197.05. He has made three half-centuries in the tournament.

CTB vs WF Must Picks for Dream11 Fantasy Cricket

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for CTB vs WF Dream11 Fantasy Cricket

Tom Latham, Finn Allen, Michael Bracewell (c), Chad Bowes, Leo Carter, Daryl Mitchell, Henry Shipley (vc), Logan van Beek, Matt Henry, Ed Nuttall, Ben Sears

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for CTB vs WF Dream11 Fantasy Cricket

Devon Conway, Tom Latham (c), Michael Bracewell, Chad Bowes, Leo Carter, James Neesham, Henry Shipley, Logan van Beek (vc), Matt Henry, Ben Sears, Ollie Newton

Today’s CTB vs WF Probable Winners

Canterbury Kings are expected to win this match.

Note: Updated Fantasy teams and Playing XIs of every match will be provided in our Telegram channel if the information is available.

Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.

Preview

The Wellington Firebirds will take on the Northern Knights in Match 30 of the New Zealand Men’s T20 tournament. The Northern Knights are comfortably perched at the top of the points table and have posted 7 wins in 9 games.

On the other hand, the Wellington Firebirds are stationed at the 3rd position in the table and have emerged triumphant in 5 out of their 9 rubbers. The Knights won the previous meeting between the two sides.

Match Details

Wellington Firebirds Women vs Northern Knights Women, Match 30

Venue: Basin Reserve, Wellington

Date & Time: 24th January at 07:10 AM IST and 02:40 PM Local Time

Live Streaming: Fancode

Pitch Report

The pitch will assist stroke-making but the willow wielders should make sure that they get through the initial phase.

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Probable Playing XIs for WFI vs NOR

Wellington Firebirds

Finn Allen (wk), Devon Conway, Michael Bracewell (c), Tom Blundell, James Neesham, Rachin Ravindra, Nathan Smith, Logan van Beek, Peter Younghusband, Ben Sears, Hamish Bennett

Northern Knights

Katene Clarke, Tim Seifert (wk), Jeet Raval (c), Mitchell Santner, Colin de Grandhomme, Henry Cooper, Scott Kuggeleijn, Ish Sodhi, Joe Walker, Trent Boult, Tim Southee

Top Picks for WFI vs NOR 11 Wickets Fantasy Cricket

Michael Bracewell is the second-highest run-scorer in the tournament and has blasted 334 runs at a stupendous average of 83.50. Bracewell can rip apart any bowling attack on his day.

Finn Allen has plundered 204 runs in the competition and has scored his runs at a strike rate of close to 190. Allen can clear any boundary with ease.

Joe Walker has picked up 11 wickets in the tournament and has taken his wickets at a strike rate of just 12.50. Walker is a bowler who can take wickets at regular intervals and put pressure on the opposition.

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for WFI vs NOR 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket

Finn Allen, Tim Siefert, Scott Kuggeleijn, Colin de Grandhomme, James Neesham, Michael Bracewell (C), Jeet Raval, Henry Cooper, Joe Walker (VC), Trent Boult, Hamish Bennett

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for WFI vs NOR 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket

Finn Allen (C), Scott Kuggeleijn, Colin de Grandhomme (VC), Logan van Beek, Nathan Smith, Michael Bracewell, H Cooper, Katene Clarke, Joe Walker, Ish Sodhi, Hamish Bennett

Captain and Vice-Captain Options

Captain Options: Michael Bracewell and Finn Allen

Vice-Captain Options: Joe Walker and Colin de Grandhomme

Note: Updated Fantasy teams and Playing XIs of every match will be provided in our Telegram channel if the information is available.

Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.

Preview:

Wellington Firebirds will face Northern Brave in the final league game of the Super Smash 2021/22. It’s an insignificant match as both sides have already qualified for the playoffs. Wellington Firebirds are placed at the third spot in the standings with 20 points. They will take on Canterbury Kings in the Eliminator, which is scheduled for 27^th January.

Northern Brave, on the other hand, are buzzing with confidence as they already made a cut into the Finals. They still would want to finish the league stages with a win and keep themselves ready for the grand Finale. Colin de Grandhomme and Tim Seifert are in good knick which is a positive sign for them.

Match Details:

Wellington Firebirds vs Northern Brave, Match 30

Venue: Basin Reserve, Wellington

Date & Time: 24th January at 7:10 AM IST and 2:40 PM Local Time

Live Streaming: Fancode

Pitch Report:

It’s an evenly poised surface with overall equal support for batters and bowlers. The outfield is super quick and the ball travels quite fast into the fence. Anything over 160 is a defendable score here.

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Probable Playing XIs for WF vs NB:

Wellington Firebirds

Finn Allen (wk), Devon Conway, Michael Bracewell (c), Tom Blundell, Jimmy Neesham, Rachin Ravindra, Nathan Smith, Logan Van Beek, Peter Younghusband, Ben Sears, Hamish Bennett

Northern Brave

Katene Clarke, Tim Seifert (wk), Jeet Raval (c), Colin de Grandhomme, Mitchell Santner, Henry Cooper, Scott Kuggeleijn, Tim Southee, Ish Sodhi, Joe Walker, Trent Boult

Top Picks for WF vs NB Dream11 Match:

Top Picks – Wellington Firebirds

Devon Conway will boost more firepower at the top of the order for Wellington Firebirds. He managed to score only 7 runs in the last game against Auckland, but we can expect big innings from him on Monday.

Michael Bracewell is leading by an example in this tournament for Firebirds. In 8 matches, he has mustered 334 runs at an average of 83.5 with a strike rate of 145.85 and has also picked up 6 wickets.

Top Picks – Northern Brave

Tim Seifert played a sensational inning in the last game against Canterbury Kings. He scored an unbeaten 88 from 62 balls to give his side their seventh win in this tournament.

Veteran all-rounder Colin de Grandhomme has been impressive with the bat in the last few matches. Overall in 8 matches in this tournament, he has scored 215 runs at an average of 35.83

WF vs NB Must Picks for Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for WF vs NB Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Devon Conway, Tim Seifert (c), Finn Allen (vc), Michael Bracewell, Jeet Raval, Katene Clarke, Colin de Grandhomme, Logan Van Beek, Trent Boult, Ish Sodhi, Peter Younghusband

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for WF vs NB Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Devon Conway (c), Tom Blundell, Finn Allen, Michael Bracewell, Jeet Raval, Katene Clarke, Colin de Grandhomme (vc), Jimmy Neesham, Tim Southee, Hamish Bennett, Joe Walker

Today’s WF vs NB Probable Winners:

Northern Brave are expected to win this match.

Note: Updated Fantasy teams and Playing XIs of every match will be provided in our Telegram channel if the information is available.

Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.

Preview:

In a dead rubber contest, Otago Volts will lock horns with Canterbury Kings in the 29^th match of the Super Smash 2021/22 on Sunday. Otago Volts have had a terrible tournament as they have managed to win only one game. They will finish at the bottom of the table even if they win their final league game.

Canterbury Kings have performed quite well in this tournament. They are already through to the knockouts and will be hoping to win this game to keep themselves in good spirits ahead of the Eliminator. With 6 wins and 3 losses, they are at the second spot in the standings with 24 points.

Match Details:

Otago Volts vs Canterbury Kings, Match 29

Venue: University Oval, Dunedin

Date & Time: 23rd January at 6:10 AM IST and 1:40 PM Local Time

Live Streaming: Fancode

Pitch Report:

Both batters and bowlers will have an equal edge on this wicket. Having said that, the ball comes quite easily onto the bat as the game progresses. Since it’s an afternoon game, bowling first makes more sense.

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Probable Playing XIs for OV vs CTB:

Otago Volts

Hamish Rutherford (c), Neil Broom, Nick Kelly, Dale Phillips, Llew Johnson, Anaru Kitchen, Michael Rippon, Max Chu (wk), Angus Mckenzie, Jake Gibson, Jacob Duffy

Canterbury Kings

Chad Bowes, Tom Latham, Daryl Mitchell, Leo Carter, Cole McConchie (c), Cam Fletcher (wk), Henry Shipley, Todd Astle, Matt Henry, Ed Nuttall, William O’Rourke

Top Picks for OV vs CTB Dream11 Match:

Top Picks – Otago Volts

Hamish Rutherford is the leading run-scorer for Otago Volts in this tournament. In 8 innings, he has accumulated 223 runs at an average of 27.87 with the highest score of 82 and has also picked up 2 wickets.

Neil Broom is an experienced player. He has scored 164 runs in 8 innings in this competition at an average of 20.5, with the highest score of 62.

Top Picks – Canterbury Kings

Daryl Mitchell has played only 2 matches in this tournament. He has scored 61 runs at an average of 30.5 and a strike rate of 148.78.

Chad Bowes is one of the most consistent players for Canterbury Kings. In 9 matches in this tournament, he has scored 243 runs at an average of 27 and a strike rate of 147.27.

OV vs CTB Must Picks for Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for OV vs CTB Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Tom Latham (vc), Cam Fletcher, Neil Broom (c), Hamish Rutherford, Chad Bowes, Nick Kelly, Anaru Kitchen, Daryl Mitchell, Jacob Duffy, Ed Nuttall, William O’Rourke

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for OV vs CTB Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Tom Latham, Neil Broom, Hamish Rutherford, Chad Bowes, Anaru Kitchen (vc), Daryl Mitchell (c), Cole McConchie, Henry Shipley, Jacob Duffy, Matt Henry, William O’Rourke

Today’s OV vs CTB Probable Winners:

Canterbury Kings are expected to win this match.

Note: Updated Fantasy teams and Playing XIs of every match will be provided in our Telegram channel if the information is available.

Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.

Preview:

Auckland Aces will square off with Central Stags in the 28^th match of the Super Smash 2021/22 on Saturday. Auckland Aces will be fighting to finish in the third spot and they must win this game to keep their hopes alive, while Wellington must lose their final league fixture to keep Auckland’s hopes alive. Despite having great depth in their squad they weren’t consistent and hopeful of giving their best one last time in the league stages.

On the other hand, Central Stags are already out of the tournament. They didn’t look good at all in the second half of the tournament as they lost 5 matches on the trot before heading into this match. With 3 wins and 6 losses, they have positioned themselves at the fifth spot in the standings with 12 points.

Match Details:

Auckland Aces vs Central Stags, Match 28

Venue: Eden Park Outer Oval, Auckland

Date & Time: 22^nd January at 6:10 AM IST and 1:40 PM Local Time

Live Streaming: Fancode

Pitch Report:

The surface is conducive for the bowlers and the batters need to show more character here. Anything more than 150 is a defendable score on this wicket.

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Probable Playing XIs for AA vs CS:

Auckland Aces

George Worker, Martin Guptill, Mark Chapman, Glenn Phillips, William O’Donnell / Ross Ter Braak, Robert O’Donnell (c), Sean Solia, William Somerville, Lockie Ferguson, Adithya Ashok, Ben Lister

Central Stags

Ben Smith, Will Young, Dane Cleaver (wk), Tom Bruce (c), Joey Field, Josh Clarkson, Doug Bracewell, Ajaz Patel, Seth Rance, Blair Tickner, Adam Milne

Top Picks for AA vs CS Dream11 Match:

Top Picks – Auckland Aces

Martin Guptill has scored 135 runs in 5 matches in this tournament at an average of 33.75 and a strike rate of 125. He is returning to the squad after missing the last few matches.

Mark Chapman is a reliable batter for Auckland Aces, though he has failed to score runs in the last 3 matches. Overall in this tournament, he has accumulated 179 runs at an average of 22.37 and even picked up a wicket as well.

Top Picks – Central Stags

Ben Smith was the leading run-scorer for Central Stags in the previous game against Northern Brave with 68 runs from 53 balls. Overall in 4 innings in this tournament, he has accumulated 125 runs at an average of 41.66.

Dane Cleaver has had a great tournament so far. In 8 matches, he has smashed 349 runs at an average of 49.85, with the highest score of 114*.

AA vs CS Must Picks for Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for AA vs CS Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Dane Cleaver (vc), Martin Guptill (c), George Worker, Mark Chapman, Tom Bruce, Doug Bracewell, Josh Clarkson, Seth Rance, Lockie Ferguson, William Somerville, Ben Lister

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for AA vs CS Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Dane Cleaver, Glenn Phillips, Martin Guptill, Robert O’Donnell, Mark Chapman (c), Ben Smith (vc), Doug Bracewell, Sean Solia, Seth Rance, Blair Tickner, William Somerville

Today’s AA vs CS Probable Winners:

Auckland Aces are expected to win this match.

Note: Updated Fantasy teams and Playing XIs of every match will be provided in our Telegram channel if the information is available.

Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.

Preview:

Auckland will lock horns with Wellington in the 26th match of Super Smash T20 on Thursday. Auckland Aces have blown hot and cold in this competition. They have won four of their eight matches and are placed in the fourth position in the standings.

On the other hand, Wellington Firebirds have had an exactly similar campaign. They too have won four of their eight matches, but thanks to their healthy net run rate, they are placed in the third position.

Match Details:

Auckland Aces vs Wellington Firebirds, Match 26

Venue: Eden Park, Auckland

Date & Time: 20th January, at 6:10 AM IST and 1:40 PM Local Time

Live Streaming: FanCode

Pitch Report:

The pitch at Eden Park is a balanced one, where both batters and bowlers will enjoy equal assistance.

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Probable Playing XIs for AA vs WF:

Auckland Aces:

Will ODonnell, Sean Solia, Mark Chapman, Glenn Phillips, Robert ODonnell (c), Ben Horne (wk), William Somerville, Lockie Ferguson, Ross ter Braak, Adithya Ashok, Ben Lister

Wellington Firebirds:

Finn Allen (wk), Tim Robinson, Michael Bracewell (c), Troy Johnson, Rachin Ravindra, James Neesham, Nathan Smith, Logan van Beek, Peter Younghusband, Ben Sears, Hamish Bennett

Top picks for AA vs WF Dream11 Match:

Top Picks – Auckland Aces

Lockie Ferguson has been in sensational form with the ball for Auckland Aces. He has picked up 14 wickets at an economy rate of under 7.

Auckland have not had many decent performers with the bat, except perhaps Mark Chapman. He has scored 172 runs at an average of nearly 25.

Top Picks – Wellington Firebirds

Michael Bracewell has scored 280 runs for the Wellington Firebirds at an excellent average of 70, while he also has picked up 6 wickets.

Finn Allen has also been in good touch with the bat for the Firebirds. He has scored 188 runs at an average of nearly 25.

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for AA vs WF Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Glenn Phillips, Finn Allen, Michael Bracewell (C), Robert ODonnell, Mark Chapman, James Neesham, Logan van Beek, Lockie Ferguson (VC), Peter Younghusband, Ben Lister, Adithya Ashok

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for AA vs WF Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Finn Allen (C), Glenn Phillips, Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, William ODonnell, James Neesham, Logan van Beek (VC), Sean Solia, Lockie Ferguson, Ben Sears, Ben Lister

AA vs WF Risky Captaincy Choices:

Logan van Beek has picked up 7 wickets for Wellington Firebirds at an economy rate of just over 8, while he also has scored 142 runs.

Ben Lister has been in excellent form with the ball for the Aces. He has picked up 11 wickets at an economy rate of under 7.

Note: Updated Fantasy teams and Playing XIs of every match will be provided in our Telegram channel if the information is available.

Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.

Preview:

Canterbury Kings will lock horns with Auckland Aces in the 25th match of the Super Smash 2021/22 on Tuesday. Both sides are yet to confirm their playoff spot and considering the context of the tournament, this will be a crucial game for both sides. Canterbury Kings are in explosive form having won their last 3 matches with a lot of ease. With 5 wins and 2 losses, they are placed at the 2^nd spot in the standings with 20 points.

Auckland Aces, on the other hand, registered a one-win wicket win over Otago Volts on Saturday to claim their 4^th win in this tournament. They had lost to Canterbury in their previous meeting by 5 wickets and they are waiting to give it back for them.

Match Details:

Canterbury Kings vs Auckland Aces, Match 25

Venue: Hagley Oval, Christchurch

Date & Time: January 18th at 11:10 AM IST and 6:40 PM Local Time

Live Streaming: Fancode

Pitch Report:

Hagley Oval has hosted 3 matches in this tournament where the team batting first posted 170 plus runs on all 3 occasions and defended the target quite successfully. Going with the previous results whoever wins the toss should bat first.

Probable Playing XIs for CTB vs AA:

Canterbury Kings

Chad Bowes, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Latham, Leo Carter, Cole McConchie (c), Cam Fletcher (wk), Henry Shipley, Todd Astle, Matt Henry, Ed Nuttall, William O’Rourke /Blake Coburn

Auckland Aces

George Worker, Glenn Philipps, Mark Chapman, Graeme Beghin, Robert O’Donnell (c), Ben Horne (wk), Sean Solia, William Somerville, Lockie Ferguson, Adithya Ashok, Ben Lister

Top Picks for CTB vs AA Dream11 Match:

Top Picks – Canterbury Kings

Cam Fletcher has been the main contributor with the bat for Canterbury Kings. In the last 7 matches, he has hammered 199 runs at an average of 49.75 with a strike rate of 153.07.

Daryl Mitchell might open the innings for Canterbury Kings. We saw how destructive he was in the T20 World Cup 2021 for the Blackcaps. He is a must-pick for your fantasy teams.

Top Picks – Auckland Aces

Mark Chapman is a busy cricketer. He always looks to score runs no matter what the situation is. In 6 matches in this tournament, he has added 154 runs at an average of 25.66 with the highest score of 55 and picked up a wicket as well.

Glenn Philips has got all the shots in the book and is an impressive fielder too. He managed to score 67 runs in 3 matches in this competition with the highest score of 53 and also picked up 3 wickets.

CTB vs AA Must Picks for Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for CTB vs AA Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Glenn Philipps, Cam Fletcher, George Worker, Mark Chapman (c), Chad Bowes (vc), Daryl Mitchell, Henry Shipley, Sean Solia, Matt Henry, Lockie Ferguson, Ed Nuttall

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for CTB vs AA Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Glenn Philipps (vc), Cam Fletcher, Robert O’Donnell, Mark Chapman, Chad Bowes, Daryl Mitchell (c), Cole McConchie, Henry Shipley, Todd Astle, Lockie Ferguson, William Somerville

Today’s CTB vs AA Probable Winners:

Auckland Aces are expected to win this match.

Note: Updated Fantasy teams and Playing XIs of every match will be provided in our Telegram channel if the information is available.

Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.

Preview:

Northern Brave will face Wellington Firebirds in the 24^th match of the Super Smash 2021/22 on Sunday. Northern Brave have already made their way into the playoffs. However, they will be looking to finish at the top of the standings, which will give them direct entry into the finals. They won 5 matches in this competition and their only loss came against Otago Volts by 3 wickets.

Wellington Firebirds, on the other hand, are inching closer to the playoffs. With 4 wins and 3 losses, they placed themselves at the third spot in the standings with 16 points. Both sides are meeting for the first time in this competition and we can expect a cracker of a contest between them.

Match Details:

Northern Brave vs Wellington Firebirds, Match 24

Venue: Cobham Oval (New), Whangarei

Date & Time: 16th January at 6:10 AM IST and 1:40 PM Local Time

Live Streaming: Fancode

Pitch Report:

The surface here at Cobham Oval tends to assist the batters more. Having said that, there will be little purchase for the quicks as well. Both sides are unaware of how the surface going to behave and hence bowling first makes sense here.

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Probable Playing XIs for NB vs WF:

Northern Brave

Jeet Raval (c), Tim Seifert (wk), Joe Carter, Colin de Grandhomme, Mitchell Santner, Henry Cooper, Scott Kuggeleijn, Anurag Verma, Ish Sodhi, Joe Walker, Matthew Fisher

Wellington Firebirds

Finn Allen (wk), Tim Robinson, Michael Bracewell (c), Troy Johnson, Jimmy Neesham, Rachin Ravindra, Nathan Smith, Logan Van Beek, Ollie Newton / Peter Younghusband, Ben Sears, Hamish Bennett

Top Picks for NB vs WF Dream11 Match:

Top Picks – Northern Brave

Colin de Grandhomme finally arrived at the party with a blistering knock of 86 runs from 45 balls against Central Stags on Friday. Overall in 6 matches so far in this tournament, he has scored 164 runs at an average of 27.33.

Joe Carter is among the runs for Northern Brave in this tournament. In 6 matches, he has accumulated 174 runs at an average of 34.8 with the best score of 75*.

Top Picks – Wellington Firebirds

Michael Bracewell recorded the highest score by an individual in this tournament with a sensational knock of 141* runs from 65 balls against Central Stags. In 6 matches in this tournament, he has scored 265 runs at an average of 88.33 and has also picked up 5 wickets.

Finn Allen has hammered 181 runs in 7 matches in this competition at an average of 25.85 which includes 2 half-centuries.

NB vs WF Must Picks for Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for NB vs WF Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Tim Seifert (vc), Finn Allen, Michael Bracewell (c), Jeet Raval, Joe Carter, Tim Robinson, Colin de Grandhomme, Logan Van Beek, Hamish Bennett, Ish Sodhi, Anurag Verma

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for NB vs WF Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Tim Seifert, Finn Allen (vc), Michael Bracewell, Jeet Raval, Joe Carter (c), Colin de Grandhomme, Jimmy Neesham, Rachin Ravindra, Hamish Bennett, Ish Sodhi, Joe Walker

Today’s NB vs WF Probable Winners:

Northern Brave are expected to win this match.

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Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.