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WELL vs AUCK Win Probability
Toss Winner - Wellington Firebirds won the toss and choose to bowl first
Auckland Aces beat Wellington Firebirds by 53 runs
Auckland look to end their losing run
- Auckland Aces have lost 3 consecutive matches
- Wellington Firebirds have lost both home games so far
- Auckland’s batting is out of form
Wellington Firebirds to win
| Tournament: | Super Smash, 2024-25 |
| Format: | t20 |
| Venue: | Basin Reserve, Wellington, New Zealand |
| Toss Prediction: | To Bowl |
| Weather: | 18.1°C|Sunny |
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WELL vs AUCK Match Prediction & Analysis
Wellington Firebirds will be hoping to carry the momentum from the recent win as they come to Basin Reserve for their 3rd home game of the season. Auckland Aces are struggling to find rhythm in the batting department and have lost 3 matches on the trot.
There has been inconsistency in the home team’s batting lineup as well. However, they have delivered much better performances in comparison. Wellington have crossed the 180-run mark twice in their last 3 outings.
Auckland Aces, on the other hand, finished with less than 140 runs in two of their last 3 matches. Opener Tim Robinson is the key in-form player for the Wellington Firebirds. While there hasn’t been anyone consistent for the Aces, Bevon Jacobs is one to watch out for in the middle order.
Jacobs’ 90 off 56 balls at number 5 led Auckland to 187 at Seddon Park in a recent match that they lost by 5 wickets. The home team is coming off a win and will have a slight edge going into this contest.
RECENT PERFORMANCE
WELL
W L L W L
WELL
166/4 in 18.2 9.06
160/8 in 20.0 8
AUCK
L L L W W
AUCK
187/5 in 20.0 9.35
SST20
Northern Districts beat Auckland Aces by 5 wickets
193/5 in 19.1 10.07
270/10 in 86.4 3.12
PS
Auckland Aces beat Wellington Firebirds by 54 runs
177/10 in 46.3 3.81
HEAD TO HEAD
Last 7 Matches
Auckland Aces beat Wellington Firebirds by 54 runs
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295/3 in 38.3
266/5 in 35.0
TEAMS PREVIEW
Wellington Firebirds Preview
Tim Robinson’s current form is crucial for the Firebirds. His second fifty in the last 3 matches led Wellington to a competitive total against Central Stags in the last match.
This time around, he was ed by skipper Nick Kelly who scored 57 off 32 balls at number 3. Michael Bracewell added the finishing touches with 20 off 8 balls taking Wellington’s total beyond 180.
It was an ideal outing for the Firebirds with their bowlers also finding their form. The bowlers have been decent even in the losses. However, in their first home game, they failed to defend 192 runs against Central Stags.
Logan van Beek, Ben Sears, and Michael Bracewell are the key pacers in this bowling attack. They will pose a tough challenge to a struggling Auckland batting order.
Moreover, they’ve also got the experienced Muhammad Abbas and the leg-break bowler Peter Younghusband who can deliver crucial breakthroughs.
Nick Kelly needs to continue his form in the middle order while Tom Blundell will be expected to convert his starts into something bigger at the top. It is a strong overall squad and with the recent win, they’ve got the momentum on their side as well.
Wellington Firebirds Predicted Playing XI:
Tim Robinson, Tom Blundell (wk), Nick Kelly (c), Troy Johnson, Muhammad Abbas, Michael Bracewell, Jesse Tashkoff, Logan van Beek, Peter Younghusband, Ben Sears, James Hartshorn
Wellington Firebirds Key Players From Previous Game Of Super Smash, 2024-25
Wellington Firebirds Actual Playing XI:
Peter Younghusband, Jesse Tashkoff, Muhammad Arslan Abbas, Nick Kelly, Tim Robinson, Troy Johnson, Michael Snedden, Logan van Beek, Tom Blundell, Michael Bracewell, Ben Sears
Auckland Aces Preview
Auckland Aces have won just 1 match so far. It was at their home venue against Canterbury after two of their previous games were abandoned due to rain. Since then, the Aces have lost 3 consecutive matches.
The batting has been quite disappointing, to say the least. William ODonnell and Simon Keane seemed to be getting back in form with a good-looking partnership in the last match.
However, neither of the two batsmen could stay longer at the crease to convert their starts into a game-changing knock. The middle-order collapsed and the Aces ended up with just 139 runs on the board.
Skipper Sean Solia has a big responsibility at number 3. His batting returns have been poor in recent outings and that is a big concern going ahead. His strike rates are also a major issue.
The 22-year-old batting all-rounder Bevon Jacobs showed great promise with his 90-run knock against Northern Knights. He will be one to watch out for in the middle-order along with wicket-keeper batsman Cam Fletcher.
Danru Ferns and William ODonnell will lead the bowling attack or Auckland Aces. They’ve got many options in the bowling department with a great many all-rounders in the side.
Simon Keene, Jock McKenzie, and Lachlan Stockpole are also handy with the ball and can deliver some economic spells and pick up a few wickets.
Auckland Aces Predicted Playing XI:
William O Donnell, Simon Keene, Sean Solia (c), Cam Fletcher (wk), Bevon Jacobs, Lachlan Stackpole, Jock McKenzie, Riley Mudford, Adithya Ashok, Angus Olliver, Danru Ferns
Auckland Aces Key Players From Previous Game Of Super Smash, 2024-25
Auckland Aces Actual Playing XI:
Cameron Fletcher, Simon Keene, Jock Mckenzie , Sean Solia, Danru Ferns, Adithya Ashok, Angus Olliver, Bevon Jacobs, William O'Donnell, Martin Guptill, Lachlan Stackpole
PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS
Weather Conditions
It will be partly cloudy in Wellington on the match day with a high of 19 degrees Celsius. There is no prediction for rain around the game time and we are most likely to have an uninterrupted T20 match.
WELL vs AUCK Pitch Report
It is a balanced wicket that witnessed two opposite results in the recent outings here. Bowlers have enjoyed the upper hand at this venue in the past and will play a key role in this game too. The average 1st innings score in the last 10 matches is 138 runs. However, the highest total successfully chased at this venue is 196 runs. There is enough help for both batters and bowlers and we reckon a 170+ total will be a highly competitive score.
Toss: To Bowl
Teams bowling first have won 8 of the last 10 matches at the Basin Reserve. Both teams have a quality bowling attack and should back themselves to restrict the opposition to a par score.
WELL vs AUCK
Winning Prediction
Auckland Aces haven’t got any reliable and consistent batters. Wellington Firebirds have the winning momentum and the home advantage. It can be a close contest given the bowling strengths of both teams. However, the home team will be slightly ahead considering their overall strength and current form. Wellington will start as favorites in our match prediction.
Wellington Firebirds to win
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