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CLAIM NOWAuckland Aces vs Wellington Firebirds, SST20, Today Match Prediction 04 January 2024
Toss Winner - Wellington Firebirds won the toss and choose to bowl first
Auckland Aces beat Wellington Firebirds by 53 runs
A few players who were part of the T20I series against Bangladesh are expected to return to their respective sides for this week’s encounters.
- The Eden Park Outer Oval will become 'The Martin Guptill Oval' to honor the illustrious Kiwi stalwart for this match.
- Wellington Firebirds are yet to lose a match this season.
- Chasing sides usually fare better at the Eden Park Outer Oval.
Back Auckland Aces as the winners of this clash.
| Tournament: | Super Smash, 2023-24 |
| Format: | t20 |
| Venue: | Eden Park Outer Oval, Auckland, New Zealand |
| Toss Prediction: | To Bowl |
| Weather: | 22.0°C|Partly cloudy |
AUCK vs WELL Match Prediction & Analysis
It will be a top-of-the table clash in Auckland on January 4 as Auckland Aces taken on Wellington Firebirds in the 13th match of Super Smash 2024. Auckland is currently second in the points table with 8 points from four games and a NRR of 0.534. Wellington, meanwhile, are sitting pretty at the top with 14 points from four matches and a NRR of 4.410.
RECENT PERFORMANCE
AUCK
L W W W W
AUCK
185/5 in 20.0 9.25
158/10 in 17.5 8.86
295/3 in 38.3 7.66
266/5 in 35.0 7.6
WELL
W W W L W
WELL
154/8 in 20.0 7.7
177/8 in 20.0 8.85
47/10 in 12.4 3.71
53/1 in 4.3 11.78
234/5 in 20.0 11.7
160/10 in 16.5 9.51
295/3 in 38.3 7.66
266/5 in 35.0 7.6
247/8 in 50.0 4.94
192/10 in 44.0 4.36
HEAD TO HEAD
Last 3 Matches
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295/3 in 38.3
266/5 in 35.0
TEAMS PREVIEW
Auckland Aces Preview
Auckland Aces started their season with a comfortable 27-run win over Canterbury. Their next two matches were abandoned due to weather, and they lost to Otago by three wickets in their previous game.
Robert O'Donnell is the player to watch out for in this game. He has been in a good run of form of late, scoring 299 runs in his last 10 games at an average of 33.322 and a strike rate of 122.54.
Cole Briggs (179 runs in the last 8 matches at an average of 22.38 and a strike rate of 127) is a dependable batter and can have a good game here.
Of course, all eyes will be on Martin Guptill, who is being honored in this game for his contribution to both New Zealand and Auckland cricket. The 37-year-old is a T20 stalwart and will be eager to make this day special.
Among the bowlers, Danru Ferns and Louis Delport have impressed the most so far, picking up 5 and 4 wickets respectively at a healthy average and a decent economy rate.
James Neesham is expected to return to the team for this game after finishing his duties in the recently concluded limited-overs series against Bangladesh.
Auckland Aces Predicted Playing XI:
Martin Guptill, Finn Allen, Sean Solia, Robert O’Donnell (c), James Neesham, Cam Fletcher (wk), Ryan Harrison, Danru Ferns, Louis Delport, Nikith Perera, Ben Lister
Auckland Aces Key Players From Previous Game Of Super Smash, 2023-24
Auckland Aces Actual Playing XI:
Finn Allen, Mark Chapman, Martin Guptill, Robert O'Donnell, Ryan Harrison, Sean Solia, Cameron Fletcher, Benjamin Lister, Danru Ferns, Lockie Ferguson, Louis Delport
Wellington Firebirds Preview
Wellington Firebirds have played four matches this season and have won three, with one game being abandoned due to rain. The Firebirds are coming off a comfortable 23-run win against Northern Knights.
Opener Tim Robinson has been the standout batter for Wellington this season, scoring 189 runs in just 3 innings at a mind-boggling average of 94.50 and a strike rate of 207.69.
Tom Blundell, playing his first game of the season, smashed an imperious 71 off just 39 balls in the match against Northern Knights. That knock eventually helped the team put on a match-winning 177 on the board.
Wellington’s main stars have been their bowlers this season. Nathan Smith and Peter Younghusband have both picked up 8 wickets each and are at topping the bowling charts. Ian Meake has picked up 5 wickets as well and an economy of 8.03.
Wellington Firebirds Predicted Playing XI:
Tom Blundell (wk), Tim Robinson, Nick Kelly (c), Muhammad Abbas, Jesse Tashkoff, Callum McLachlan, Nathan Smith, Logan van Beek, Peter Younghusband, Ben Sears, Ian Meake
Wellington Firebirds Key Players From Previous Game Of Super Smash, 2023-24
Wellington Firebirds Actual Playing XI:
Muhammad Arslan Abbas, Nick Greenwood, Nick Kelly, Tim Robinson, Logan van Beek, Michael Bracewell, Nathan Smith, Peter Younghusband, Callum McLachlan, Adam Milne, Ben Sears
PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS
Weather Conditions
The pitch at the Eden Park Outer Oval is a balanced one. Batters will have a great time here as the ball comes on nicely to the bat almost all the way through. Seam bowlers, too, will find help and movement here when the ball is new.
The weather in Auckland during the game will be pleasant and cool.
AUCK vs WELL Pitch Report
The average score batting first at the Eden Park Outer Oval in domestic T20 games is 167. The highest total posted here is a massive 230-2 by Wellington against Auckland. Scores above 190 have been achieved 13 times here in 38 domestic T20 games.
Toss: To Bowl
Three of the last five Super Smash matches played at the Eden Park Outer Oval have been won by the team chasing. It usually favors the chasing side so we feel the team winning the toss will look to field first here.
AUCK vs WELL
Winning Prediction
Auckland Aces hold a 19-14 head-to-head record against Wellington Firebirds. The previous scheduled game between the two sides this season was abandoned due to rain. Wellington will believe they have the team to take down any side this year. Their bowlers, particularly, are doing an excellent job. Auckland have a strong batting unit and if Finn Allen and James Neesham return, it will be bolstered further. We reckon the home advantage will spur Auckland to bring out their best and come out on top in this game.
Back Auckland Aces as the winners of this clash.
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