Match Details:
The 16th match of the Ford Trophy 2020 will be played between Central Districts and Canterbury at the Pukekura Park in New Plymouth.
This match is scheduled to start at 11:00 AM Local Time (03:30 AM IST).
Preview:
The last encounter between these two sides made it very clear that there is a big gulf in class. Central Districts came into that game on the back of 3 straight defeats and an abandoned match. On the contrary, Canterbury came into that game on the back of 3 wins and a lone defeat.
For obvious reasons, Canterbury were the outright favourites, but fans expected a resilient effort from the Central Districts. Unfortunately for them, that was not to be as they were bundled out for only 213. Canterbury chased it down without breaking much sweat and will now be looking to do the double.
CD vs CTB Weather Report for Match 16:
It will be a pleasant and ideal day for cricket at New Plymouth, with the temperature being in the region of 19 °C. Chances of precipitation are only 10%.
Pitch Condition/Report:
The pitch at Pukekura Park has been slightly on the side of bowlers, but Cantebury batsmen proved that there is something for the batsmen as well if they manage to dig in and be resilient.
Average first innings score:
203 (Last 3 Ford Trophy matches played at this venue)
Record of Chasing Teams:
Won: 2, Lost: 1, NR: 0
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Injury and Availability News:
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CD vs CTB Today’s Probable Playing XIs:
Central Districts:
Tom Bruce (c), Josh Clarkson, Dane Cleaver (wk), Joey Field, Jayden Lennox, Seth Rance, Brad Schmulian, Ben Smith, Bayley Wiggins, Christian Leopard, George Worker.
Bench:
Ray Toole.
Canterbury:
Chad Bowes, Jack Boyle, Ken McClure, Leo Carter, Todd Astle, Mitch Hay (wk), Fraser Sheat, Will Williams, Matt Henry, Theo van Woerkom, Cole McConchie (c).
Bench:
Jackson Latham.
CD vs CTB Top picks for Today’s Dream11 Match:
There are not many players from an unimpressive Central Districts team to speak about, but George Worker has been outstanding. He has scored 214 runs at an average of over 50 and has also scalped a couple of wickets.
From the batsmen, Ken McClure should be the first batsman to get a place in your team. He has amassed 273 runs which include a couple of centuries and a half-century as well.
As for the bowlers, there cannot be a better pick than Sean Davey. He has picked up 9 wickets and has an economy rate of under 5 runs per over.
Todd Astle is a player who can be effective with both the bat and the ball. He has picked up 4 wickets and has also scored 102 runs.
Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:
Captain Options – Ken McClure, George Worker
Vice-Captain Options – Todd Astle, Sean Davey
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Suggested Playing XI No.1 for CD vs CTB Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:
Keeper – Bayley Wiggins
Batters – Ken McClure, Chad Bowes, Brad Smith
All-Rounders – Todd Astle, George Worker (C), Josh Clarkson
Bowlers – Joey Field, Sean Davey (VC), Will Williams, Matt Henry
Suggested Playing XI No.2 for CD vs CTB Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:
Keeper – Dane Cleaver
Batters – Chad Bowes, Leo Carter, Ken McClure (C)
All-Rounders – Todd Astle (VC), George Worker, Josh Clarkson, Cole McConchie
Bowlers – Sean Davey, Seth Rance, Matt Henry
Expert Advice:
Chad Bowes has been in great touch recently. He has scored 211 runs at an average of over 40 and a strike rate of over 90. Bowes should get a place in both of your Dream11 Fantasy teams.
CD vs CTB Probable Winners:
Canterbury are expected to win this match.
