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CLAIM NOWOtago Volts vs Northern Districts, FT, Today Match Prediction 14 February 2024
Toss Winner - Otago Volts won the toss and choose to bowl first
Otago Volts beat Northern Districts by 6 wickets
Otago Volts will be looking to improve upon their poor net run rate of -0.343.
- The previous clash between Otago Volts and Northern Districts this season was abandoned due to rain.
- Otago will be banking on Thorn Parkes to get a big score in this game.
- A score of around 260-270 will be par here.
Back Otago Volts as the winners of this clash.
| Tournament: | The Ford Trophy, 2023-24 |
| Format: | odi |
| Venue: | John Davies Oval (Cricket Stadium), Queenstown, New Zealand |
| Toss Prediction: | To Bowl |
OV vs ND Match Prediction & Analysis
Match number 25 of the Ford Trophy 2023/24 will see Otago Volts clash with Northern Districts at the John Davies Oval in Queenstown. Otago are currently in the third place with 17 points from 8 games. They have two matches left and can still end up in the top three to qualify for the next stage. However, that won’t be an easy task as they take on the No.1 team of the tournament.
RECENT PERFORMANCE
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330/8 in 50.0 6.6
285/10 in 49.0 5.82
181/4 in 20.0 9.05
137/10 in 19.5 6.91
138/7 in 20.0 6.9
228/6 in 20.0 11.4
102/10 in 18.3 5.51
105/3 in 15.3 6.77
HEAD TO HEAD
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TEAMS PREVIEW
Otago Volts Preview
Otago Volts have won three games and lost three this season. Their net run rate stands at a poor -0.343. To make it to the top three, they won’t just need to win games, but need to win them handsomely to improve their run rate.
Their best batsman this season has been Thorn Parkes. The middle-order batsman has amassed 251 runs in 6 innings at an average of 50.20. Following him closely is Dale Phillips, who has 206 runs to his name in 6 innings this season at an average of 34.33.
Phillips was the top-scorer for Otago in their previous match against Wellington. His 57 off 66 balls helped the team set up a decent total of 226 and win the match by 15 runs.
In the bowling department, our picks are Ben Lockrose and Luke Georgeson. They have been the most consistent performers for Otago, picking up 9 and 8 wickets each, respectively.
Otago Volts Predicted Playing XI:
Luke Georgeson, Jacob Cumming, Dean Foxcroft (c), Dale Phillips, Thorn Parkes, Llew Johnson, Max Chu (wk), Ben Lockrose, Andrew Hazeldine, Matthew Bacon, Jacob Duffy
Otago Volts Key Players From Previous Game Of The Ford Trophy, 2023-24
Otago Volts Actual Playing XI:
Dale Phillips, Llew Johnson, Thorn Parkes, Dean Foxcroft, Jacob Cumming, Luke Georgeson, Max chu, Andrew Hazeldine, Ben Lockrose, Jacob Duffy, Matthew Bacon
Northern Districts Preview
Northern Districts have had a great season so far. They have won 4 matches and lost only 2 to earn 22 points and sit comfortably at the top of the table.
The team’s batting unit has delivered big time this season. Leading the charge is Brett Hampton, with 321 runs in 6 innings at an impressive average of 107.
Joe Carter has had a superb run as well, scoring 208 runs in 7 innings at an average of 34.66.
Keep an eye out for Henry Cooper as well. The No.3 batsman smashed 121 off 132 deliveries against Wellington last week. Although it came in a losing cause, that performance showed how dangerous he can be.
Among the bowlers, look no further than Kristian Clarke. He is the season’s highest wicket-taker currently with 18 scalps, and is fresh off a spell of 5-67 against Wellington.
Matthew Fisher (9 wickets in 6 innings) is also worth backing.
Northern Districts Predicted Playing XI:
Tim Seifert (wk), Katene Clarke, Henry Cooper, Joe Carter, Jeet Raval (c), Brett Hampton, Peter Drysdale, Kristian Clarke, Tim Pringle, Scott Johnston, Matthew Fisher
Northern Districts Key Players From Previous Game Of The Ford Trophy, 2023-24
Northern Districts Actual Playing XI:
Henry Cooper, Jeet Raval, Joe Carter, Katene Clarke, Kristian Clarke, Brett Hampton, Joe Walker, Matthew Fisher, Tim Pringle, Peter Drysdale, Ewald Schreuder
PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS
Weather Conditions
The pitch at the John Davies Oval isn’t the best for batting. This will be a fresh pitch, so we can expect plenty of purchase for the fast bowlers. The new ball should move around considerably and make life difficult for batsmen. Also, this is an open stadium, meaning the breeze will definitely help the fast bowlers get movement off the air. The batsmen will have to really apply themselves to get the runs.
The weather in Queenstown will be pleasant and cool during the match.
OV vs ND Pitch Report
The average first innings score at the John Davies Oval in ODI cricket is just 189. The highest total posted here is New Zealand’s 283-4 (in a 21-overs-a-side match) versus West Indies. The boundaries are small at this ground, which will allow the batters to get quick runs once they’ve settled down.
Toss: To Bowl
Seven ODIs have been played at the John Davies Oval; six of those have been won by the team chasing. Going by these stats, we reckon the toss-winning team will opt to field first.
OV vs ND
Winning Prediction
Otago Volts will be desperate for a win in this match, while Northern Districts will be looking to establish their position at the top. Northern Districts look like a more complete side, but Otago’s desperation to win might just propel them to perform out of their skins. This is the reason we feel Otago will surprise their opponents and continue their winning momentum.
Back Otago Volts as the winners of this clash.
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