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CLAIM NOWCanterbury Kings vs Auckland Aces, SST20, Today Match Prediction 07 January 2024
Toss Winner - Auckland Aces won the toss and choose to bowl first
Auckland Aces beat Canterbury Kings by 8 wickets
Canterbury Kings have won three of their last five Super Smash games against Auckland Aces.
- Martin Guptill has found form and is coming off a match-winning performance in Auckland’s previous encounter against Wellington.
- Auckland’s bowlers have done a fantabulous job this season.
- Scores between 150 to 169 have been achieved 14 times in 38 domestic T20 matches at Hagley Oval.
Back Auckland Aces as the winners of this game.
| Tournament: | Super Smash, 2023-24 |
| Format: | t20 |
| Venue: | Hagley Oval, Christchurch, New Zealand |
| Toss Prediction: | To Bowl |
| Weather: | 21.0°C|Sunny |
CANT vs AUCK Match Prediction & Analysis
Auckland Aces finally got a win under their belt after three games by defeating table-toppers Wellington Firebirds. Despite that win, they are still in second place in the table with 12 points from five games and a NRR of 1.241. Now they will take on Canterbury Kings this Sunday in Christchurch. Canterbury are in third place currently with 12 points from 5 games and a NRR of 0.343.
RECENT PERFORMANCE
CANT
W W L L L
CANT
142/8 in 19.0 7.47
185/4 in 20.0 9.25
185/5 in 20.0 9.25
158/10 in 17.5 8.86
247/8 in 50.0 4.94
192/10 in 44.0 4.36
AUCK
W L W W W
AUCK
192/6 in 20.0 9.6
139/10 in 18.3 7.51
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
HEAD TO HEAD
Last 3 Matches
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413/9 in 121.0
PS
Canterbury Kings beat Auckland Aces by 8 wickets
63/1 in 16.1
TEAMS PREVIEW
Canterbury Kings Preview
Auckland Aces are coming off a comprehensive 53-run win over Wellington Firebirds. Batting first, they posted 192-6 on the board, courtesy of a delightful unbeaten 85 from 52 deliveries by Martin Guptill and a sparkling 50 off 24 balls by fellow opener Finn Allen. The two openers can change the complexion of the game if they get going, and Auckland will be counting on another great start from the two in this match.
You should also keep an eye out for skipper Robert O'Donnell, who has scored 276 runs in his last 10 matches at an average of 30.67 and a strike rate of 123.31.
Danru Ferns has been their most consistent bowler this season, picking up 8 wickets in 3 innings at an economy of 7.08. Louis Delport and Ben Lister, both of whom have 7 wickets each, have been the other two standout bowlers. These three picked up all 10 wickets to fall in the match against Wellington and will certainly find help on this pitch as well.
Canterbury Kings Predicted Playing XI:
Martin Guptill, Finn Allen, Sean Solia, Robert O’Donnell (c), Mark Chapman, Cam Fletcher (wk), Ryan Harrison, Danru Ferns, Lockie Ferguson, Louis Delport, Ben Lister
Canterbury Kings Key Players From Previous Game Of Super Smash, 2023-24
Canterbury Kings Actual Playing XI:
Chad Bowes, Henry Nicholls, Cole McConchie, Daryl Mitchell, Michael Rippon, Zakary Foulkes, Tom Latham, Ish Sodhi, Matt Henry, Michael Rae, William O'Rourke
Auckland Aces Preview
Canterbury’s previous game against Central Districts was washed off. Before that, they had secured convincing wins against Otago and Central Districts.
Captain Cole McConchie has led from the front, smashing 118 runs in 3 innings at an average of 59 and a strike rate of 147.50.
Henry Nicholls, who is fresh from a superb 59 (off 33 balls) against Otago, provides the team stability at the top. His partnership with Chad Bowes (198 runs from the last 10 matches at an average of 24.75 and a strike rate of 139) might well define the course of the game.
Michael Rippon (83 runs in 3 innings at a strike rate of 138) has played some useful cameos down the order and can be handy here.
Among the bowlers, keep a lookout for Zakary Foulkes and Michael Rae, both of whom have taken 5 wickets each this season at a healthy economy rate.
Auckland Aces Predicted Playing XI:
Chad Bowes, Henry Nicholls, Leo Carter, Cole McConchie (c), Mitchell Hay (wk), Michael Rippon, Bevon Jacobs, Zakary Foulkes, Angus McKenzie, Michael Rae, William O’Rourke
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
PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS
Weather Conditions
The pitch at Hagley Oval is a neutral one that provides an even bounce, which allows batters to play freely. Seamers should find help in the initial few overs, but as the shine wears off from the ball, batting will become easier. Spinners will have an important role to play in the middle overs.
The weather in Christchurch will be mostly sunny and pleasant.
CANT vs AUCK Pitch Report
The average first innings score at Hagley Oval is 159 in domestic T20s. The highest total posted here is Northern Districts’ 219/7 against Canterbury in 2020. Totals above 190 have been achieved just three times here in 38 domestic T20 matches.
Toss: To Bowl
Hagley Oval usually favors the team batting second, and we reckon the toss-winning team will field first in this match.
CANT vs AUCK
Winning Prediction
Auckland Aces hold a 22-13 head-to-head record against Canterbury Kings in the Super Smash. They will be riding high on confidence coming into the game after their victory against Wellington and will start as favorites for the clash. Canterbury are a good side too, and they can take out any team on their day. However, their batting doesn’t really inspire confidence right now. We think Auckland should dominate this match.
Back Auckland Aces as the winners of this game.
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