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Central Hinds take on Northern Brave in the 8th match of Women’s Super Smash 2024-25 at Saxton Oval, Nelson, on 6th January 2025 at 5:10 AM IST. Both teams are looking for their first win of the season after two matches. Central Hinds have suffered back-to-back losses, while Northern Brave faced a washout in their opener and a narrow loss in their second game. Both teams will aim to break the streak and climb the points table.
Match Details
| Fixture | Central Hinds vs Northern Brave |
|---|---|
| Date | January 6, 2025 |
| Time | 5:10 AM IST |
| Venue | Saxton Oval, Nelson |
Teams Preview
Central Hinds Preview
Central Hinds have struggled with their batting in the first two games, failing to cross the 100-run mark in either match. Their bowling unit has shown promise, but the lack of runs on the board has been their Achilles heel.
In their opener against Otago Sparks, the Hinds posted only 89 runs, a target that was nearly defended thanks to an impressive bowling display. Against Wellington Blaze, their bowlers once again restricted the opposition to 114, but their batting collapsed, leading to a 25-run defeat.
For this game, Central Hinds will need experienced players like Hollie Armitage, Hannah Rowe, and skipper Mikaela Greig to step up. Rosemary Mair and Ocean Bartlett have been excellent with the ball and will again be key players.
Key Players: Hollie Armitage, Rosemary Mair, Ocean Bartlett, Hannah Rowe
Central Hinds Predicted Playing XI:
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Hollie Armitage | Batter |
| Emma McLeod | Batter |
| Thamsyn Newton | All-rounder |
| Hannah Rowe | All-rounder |
| Mikaela Greig (c) | All-rounder |
| Flora Devonshire | Batter |
| Georgia Atkinson | All-rounder |
| Rosemary Mair | Bowler |
| Kate Gaging (wk) | Wicketkeeper |
| Claudia Green | Bowler |
| Ocean Bartlett | Bowler |
Northern Brave Preview
Northern Brave narrowly lost their second match after a rain-affected no-result in their opener. In their most recent game, they showed significant fight, nearly chasing down a daunting target of 150 against Wellington Blaze, thanks to a stunning lower-order knock by Carol Agafili.
Their bowling lineup, led by Marama Downes and Amanda-Jade Wellington, will need to be more consistent to support the batters. The top order, including Jess Watkin and Chamari Athapaththu, will look to convert starts into match-winning contributions.
The Brave appear to have a stronger batting lineup compared to Central Hinds, which could give them the edge in this contest.
Key Players: Carol Agafili, Jess Watkin, Chamari Athapaththu, Amanda-Jade Wellington
Northern Brave Predicted Playing XI:
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Jess Watkin (c) | All-rounder |
| Chamari Athapaththu | Batter |
| Caitlin Gurrey | Batter |
| Nensi Patel | All-rounder |
| Amanda-Jade Wellington | All-rounder |
| Yasmeen Kareem | Batter |
| Eve Wolland | Bowler |
| Carol Agafili | Batter |
| Holly Topp (wk) | Wicketkeeper |
| Marama Downes | Bowler |
| Shriya Naidu | Bowler |
Fantasy Team XI
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| Captain | Chamari Athapaththu |
| Vice-Captain | Hollie Armitage |
| Batsmen | Chamari Athapaththu, Jess Watkin, Hollie Armitage |
| All-rounders | Hannah Rowe, Amanda-Jade Wellington, Nensi Patel |
| Wicketkeeper | Kate Gaging |
| Bowlers | Rosemary Mair, Marama Downes, Ocean Bartlett, Claudia Green |
Pitch and Weather Conditions
Pitch Report
The Saxton Oval has historically been a balanced surface, offering assistance to both batters and bowlers. While seamers are expected to find movement early on, spinners may come into play as the game progresses. A par score on this surface would be around 140-150 runs.
- Average 1st Innings Score: 145
- Batting 2nd Record: Teams chasing have struggled in the past.
Toss Prediction: Bat First
Captains may prefer to bat first and put runs on the board, given the conditions at Saxton Oval.
Weather Conditions
Cloudy skies are expected throughout the game with minimal chances of rain. The temperature will range between 10°C and 21°C, offering ideal conditions for cricket.
Winning Prediction
Northern Brave enter this contest with slightly better form and a stronger batting lineup compared to Central Hinds. If their bowlers maintain discipline and the top order fires, they are well-positioned to secure their first win of the season.
Prediction: Northern Brave to win.
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