CTB vs WF: Canterbury Kings will lock horns with defending champions Wellington Firebirds in the season opener of the Super Smash 2021/22 on Friday, November 26, 2021, at Hagley Oval, Christchurch.
Canterbury Kings and Wellington Firebirds are the finalists of the last edition of the tournament and faced each other three times including the final in which Wellington Firebirds defeated them twice including the final. We’re expecting an exciting contest between the both where Wellington has the upper hand on their counterpart.
Here are the match details, pitch report, probable playing 11, squads, player records/stats and dream11 fantasy team predictions for Match 1 of the Super Smash 2021/22 between Canterbury Kings and Wellington Firebirds.
CTB vs WF Match Details
- Match: Canterbury Kings vs Wellington Firebirds, Match 1
- Date: Friday, November 26, 2021
- Time: 11:10 AM (IST)
- Venue: Hagley Oval, Christchurch
- Live Streaming: Fancode
Pitch Report
The track at Hagley Oval has equal purchase for both the batters and bowlers. Initially, the ball comes nicely on the bat and the surface is good to score runs but the turf becomes slow as the game progress and spinners can get something out of the track.
CTB vs WF Probable Playing XI
Canterbury Kings Playing XI
Will Williams, Theo van Woerkom, Ken McClure, Cole McConchie, Henry Shipley, Matt Hay, Cam Fletcher, Ed Nuttall, Leo Carter, Matt Henry, Chad Bowes.
Wellington Firebirds Playing XI
Jakob Bhula, Ben Sears, Logan van Beek, Jimmy Neesham, Peter Younghusband, Troy Johnson, Michael Bracewell, Finn Allen, Jamie Gibson, Michael Snedden, Hamish Bennett.
Average First Innings Score
The average first innings score at this venue in the last 5 matches played is 163 runs.
Canterbury Kings & Wellington Firebirds Last 5 Matches Stats
CTB Form
WF Form
CTB vs WF Player Record/Stats (Top 5)
| Player | Stats (Last Edition) |
|---|---|
| Finn Allen | 512 Runs |
| Cole McConchie | 298 Runs & 5 Wickets |
| Michael Bracewell | 155 Runs & 8 Wickets |
| Matt Henry | 14 Wickets |
| Hamish Bennett | 13 Wickets |
CTB vs WF Captaincy Picks
- Finn Allen
- Logan van Beek
- Cole McConchie
CTB vs WF Dream11 Fantasy Team Prediction
Fantasy Team Suggestion 1
- Wicket-Keeper: Cam Fletcher
- Batsmen: Michael Bracewell, Ken McClure, Henry Nicholls, Finn Allen
- All-Rounders: Logan van Beek, Cole McConchie
- Bowlers: Hamish Bennett, Matt Henry, Ed Nuttall, Ben Sears
- Captain: Finn Allen
- Vice-Captain: Cole McConchie
Fantasy Team Suggestion 2
- Wicket-Keeper: Cam Fletcher
- Batsmen: Michael Bracewell, Chad Bowes, Finn Allen
- All-Rounders: James Neesham, Peter Younghusband, Logan van Beek, Cole McConchie
- Bowlers: Hamish Bennett, Matt Henry, Will Williams
- Captain: Logan van Beek
- Vice-Captain: Cole McConchie
Probable Winner Of The Match
Wellington Firebirds is expected to win this match.
Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team for the fantasy game please consider the points mentioned and make your own decision at the time of making your team.