The Canterbury Kings will face the Auckland Aces in Match 11 of the Super Smash 2024-25 at Hagley Oval, Christchurch, on Friday, January 12th, 2024, at 11:00 AM IST. Both teams have had contrasting starts to the tournament, with the Kings struggling for momentum and the Aces showcasing glimpses of dominance. The weather forecast is clear, ensuring an uninterrupted contest.
Match Details
Match | Canterbury Kings vs. Auckland Aces |
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Date | Friday, January 12th, 2024 |
Time | 11:00 AM IST |
Venue | Hagley Oval, Christchurch |
Teams Preview
Canterbury Kings Preview
The Kings are desperate for a turnaround after a disappointing start to their campaign. Despite a strong bowling lineup featuring Kyle Jamieson and Ish Sodhi, they have failed to deliver consistent results. In their last outing, Ish Sodhi picked up two wickets, but Jamieson remained wicketless. With the bat, the team has heavily relied on Matthew Boyle, who scored an unbeaten 81 in the last match.
Captain Cole McConchie has been unable to lead from the front, with a lackluster performance in the previous matches. The Kings need their top order to step up and provide a solid foundation if they aim to get their campaign back on track. The home crowd will expect a much-improved performance from their team.
Key Players: Matthew Boyle, Ish Sodhi, Kyle Jamieson, Henry Shipley
Auckland Aces Preview
The Aces come into this match with confidence, having secured a convincing win against the Kings in their last encounter. Martin Guptill has been a standout performer, scoring 60 off 35 balls in the previous game. Bevon Jacobs and William O’Donnell have also contributed significantly with the bat.
Their bowling unit, led by Jock McKenzie and Danru Ferns, has been effective, troubling opposition batters. Adithya Ashok has added variety to their attack with his leg-spin, and the Aces look like a well-balanced side capable of exploiting the Kings’ vulnerabilities.
Key Players: Martin Guptill, Bevon Jacobs, Jock McKenzie, Adithya Ashok
Predicted Squads
Canterbury Kings
Chad Bowes (wk), Rhys Mariu, Matthew Boyle, Cole McConchie (c), Harry Chamberlain, Michael Rippon, Zakary Foulkes, Henry Shipley, Kyle Jamieson, Ish Sodhi, Michael Rae
Auckland Aces
Martin Guptill, William O’Donnell, Michael Sclanders, Sean Solia (c), Bevon Jacobs, Cam Fletcher (wk), Jock McKenzie, Siddhesh Dixit, Adithya Ashok, Danru Ferns, Ben Lister
Fantasy Team XI
Position | Player | Team |
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Captain | Martin Guptill | Auckland Aces |
Vice-Captain | Matthew Boyle | Canterbury Kings |
Batsmen | Bevon Jacobs | Auckland Aces |
William O’Donnell | Auckland Aces | |
Chad Bowes | Canterbury Kings | |
All-Rounders | Henry Shipley | Canterbury Kings |
Sean Solia | Auckland Aces | |
Wicketkeeper | Cam Fletcher | Auckland Aces |
Bowlers | Ish Sodhi | Canterbury Kings |
Jock McKenzie | Auckland Aces | |
Adithya Ashok | Auckland Aces |
Pitch Report
The Hagley Oval pitch offers good carry and bounce, with assistance for pacers early on and some turn for the spinners later. A par score here is likely around 180. Teams winning the toss often prefer to bowl first, taking advantage of the early movement.
Winning Prediction
Given their recent form and balanced lineup, the Auckland Aces are favorites to win this contest. Canterbury Kings will need to overcome their inconsistencies to challenge the Aces effectively.
Prediction: Auckland Aces to win.
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