Auckland vs Northern Knights,13th Match,Super Smash 2024-25,2025-01-13 03:25 GMT

Auckland vs Northern Knights Match Preview

13th T20I of Super Smash 2024/25

The Auckland Aces are set to face off against the Northern Districts in the 13th T20I of the Super Smash 2024/25 on January 13, 2025, at Seddon Park, Hamilton.

Team News and Predicted XIs

Auckland Aces

The Auckland Aces have had a mixed start to the tournament, with 7 wins and 3 losses in their last 10 matches. Martin Guptill and Bevon Jacobs have been the top run-scorers for the team, with 111 and 57 runs respectively. Danru Ferns and Jock McKenzie have been the top wicket-takers, with 6 wickets each. The predicted XI for the Auckland Aces includes William O Donnell, Martin Guptill, Michael Sclanders, Sean Solia, Bevon Jacobs, Cam Fletcher, Jock McKenzie, Lachlan Stackpole, Simon Keene, Adithya Ashok, and Danru Ferns.

Northern Districts

The Northern Districts have won 2 and lost 2 of their last 4 matches. Joe Carter and Jeet Raval have been the top run-scorers, with 67 and 45 runs respectively. Kristian Clarke and Rohit Gulati have been the top wicket-takers, with 4 and 3 wickets respectively. The predicted XI for the Northern Districts includes Katene Clarke, Joe Carter, Robert O Donnell, Jeet Raval, Brett Hampton, Ben Pomare, Rohit Gulati, Kristian Clarke, Neil Wagner, Frederick Walker, and Matthew Fisher.

Pitch Report and Toss

The match will be held at Seddon Park, Hamilton, which has a batting-friendly pitch. The average score in the first innings is 183, while the average score in the second innings is 149. The team that bats first has a 48% chance of winning. The toss will be crucial, and the team that wins the toss is likely to bat first.

Head-to-Head and Recent Performance

The head-to-head record between the two teams is not available. However, in their recent performances, the Auckland Aces have been more consistent, with 7 wins in their last 10 matches. The Northern Districts have been inconsistent, with 2 wins and 2 losses in their last 4 matches.

Dream11 Team and Fantasy Tips

The Dream11 team for this match includes Jock McKenzie as the captain, Kristian Clarke as the vice-captain, Ben Pomare as the wicket-keeper, Martin Guptill, William O Donnell, Bevon Jacobs, and Joe Carter as the batsmen, Jock McKenzie and Kristian Clarke as the all-rounders, and Danru Ferns, Adithya Ashok, Frederick Walker, and Rohit Gulati as the bowlers.

Conclusion

The Auckland Aces and the Northern Districts are set to face off in a thrilling match, with both teams looking to gain momentum in the tournament. The team that wins the toss and bats first is likely to have an advantage, but the Northern Districts have the potential to cause an upset. The Dream11 team and fantasy tips can help fans make informed decisions and enjoy the match.