The 17th match of the Super Smash 2024-25 will feature a thrilling encounter between Central Stags (CS) and Canterbury Kings (CK) at McLean Park, Napier, on January 17, 2025. With both teams eager to secure crucial points, this promises to be an exciting contest.
Match Details
- Fixture: Central Stags vs Canterbury Kings (CS vs CK), 17th Match, Super Smash 2024-25
- Date: Tuesday, January 17, 2025
- Time:
- GMT: 4:55 am
- IST: 10:25 am
- Local: 5:55 pm
- Venue: McLean Park, Napier
- Live Stream: Spark Sport, TVNZ Duke
Recent Form
Central Stags:
- Last 5 Matches: L, W, W, L, W
- Strengths: Balanced squad with strong performances from experienced players like Tom Bruce and Dane Cleaver.
- Concerns: Inconsistency in bowling under pressure.
Canterbury Kings:
- Last 5 Matches: NR, L, L, L, W
- Strengths: A well-rounded team with key players like Cole McConchie and Kyle Jamieson capable of game-changing contributions.
- Concerns: Struggles with middle-order batting collapses and defending targets.
Head-to-Head Record
- Overall: Played 32 | CS 14 wins | CK 17 wins | NR 1
- Recent 5 Matches: Played 5 | CS 1 win | CK 3 wins | NR 1
Pitch Report – McLean Park, Napier
- Pitch Type: Balanced with a slight edge for batters.
- Average Score: 160-180 in T20s.
- Chasing Advantage: Teams batting second often succeed due to dew.
Predicted Playing XI
Central Stags (CS):
- Tom Bruce (c)
- Curtis Heaphy
- Jack Boyle
- Dane Cleaver (wk)
- William Clark
- Blair Tickner
- Jayden Lennox
- Joey Field
- Ewald Schreuder
- Ajaz Patel
- Toby Findlay
Canterbury Kings (CK):
- Cole McConchie (c)
- Chad Bowes (wk)
- Rhys Mariu
- Matthew Boyle
- Harry Chamberlain
- Michael Rippon
- Zakary Foulkes
- Henry Shipley
- Kyle Jamieson
- Ish Sodhi
- Michael Rae
Dream11 Fantasy Tips
- Captain: Dane Cleaver, Cole McConchie
- Vice-Captain: Ajaz Patel, Kyle Jamieson
- Top Picks:
- Batters: Tom Bruce, Chad Bowes
- All-Rounders: Michael Rippon, Cole McConchie
- Bowlers: Ajaz Patel, Ish Sodhi
Toss Prediction
- Teams winning the toss are likely to bowl first, considering the pitch and dew factor at McLean Park.
Match Prediction
Who Will Win?
- Central Stags (CS) have a slight edge due to better form and home advantage.
- Key Player to Watch: Dane Cleaver – his batting at the top order can be a game-changer.
Final Verdict
Expect a close contest where Central Stags hold the upper hand, but Canterbury Kings’ experienced players could turn the tide.
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