Match Details:
The 2nd match of the Super Smash 2020-21 will be played between Wellington Firebirds and Central Stags at McLean Park in Napier.
This match will start at 11:40 AM IST (7:10 PM local time). This tournament will be streamed live on Fancode.
Preview:
Wellington Firebirds have got exactly the start that they would have wanted. Against a strong Auckland Aces team, they registered a win by 4 wickets. Bowling first, Wellington’s bowlers were not exactly up to the mark, as they conceded 176 runs.
The target looked too steep a mountain to climb, but they showed great character and chased it down at the loss of 6 wickets, with 5 balls to spare. They will now take on the Central Stags, a formidable unit who have some renowned players in their squad in the likes of Doug Bracewell and Dane Cleaver.
CS vs WF Weather Report for Match 2:
Though the match looks like a tasty encounter on paper, the weather gods might prevent that from happening. The chances of precipitation are 40%, while the temperature is expected to be 15 °C.
Pitch Report:
The pitch at the McLean Park supported the batsmen in the last edition of this competition. However, the overcast conditions might make their lives a bit difficult tomorrow.
Average first innings score:
190 (3 matches played at the venue in Super Smash 2019-20)
Record of Chasing Teams:
Won – 1, Lost – 2
Injury & Availability News:
James Neesham and Devon Conway are back in Wellington Firebirds’ squad. Lauchie Johns is excluded from the team.
CS vs WF Today’s Probable Playing XIs:
Wellington Firebirds:
Fraser Colson, Troy Johnson, Michael Bracewell (C), James Neesham, Rachin Ravindra, Devon Conway, Logan van Beek, Finn Allen, Hamish Bennett, Michael Snedden, Peter Younghusband.
Bench:
Jamie Gibson, Ian McPeake.
Central Stags:
Tom Bruce (C), George Worker, Ajaz Patel, Jayden Lennox, Josh Clarkson, Blair Tickner, Dane Cleaver, Joey Field, Christian Leopard, Bayley Wiggins, Raymond Toole.
Bench:
Kieran Noema-Barnett.
CS vs WF Top Picks for Today’s Dream11 Match:
Finn Allen played a stunning knock of 53 runs in the last game, which gave his team the platform to chase the big total down. His innings was comprised of 9 fours.
Troy Johnson was another big reason behind Firebirds’ win. He scored 50 runs in the last game, which included a couple of fours and as many sixes.
Michael Bracewell might have had a poor start to his 2020-21 Super Smash campaign, but his 1539 runs in 72 T20I innings prove why is he is a must-have for your team.
The inclusion of James Neesham is bound to boost Firebirds’ campaign. He has scored over 1800 runs and has picked up 118 wickets in his T20 career.
Captain and Vice-Captain Selection
Captain Options: Finn Allen, Troy Johnson
Vice-Captain Options: Michael Bracewell, James Neesham
Suggested Playing XI No.1 for CS vs WF Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:
Keeper – Dane Cleaver
Batsmen – Tom Bruce, Michael Bracewell (VC), Troy Johnson
All-Rounders – Rachin Ravindra, Finn Allen (C), James Neesham, George Worker
Bowlers – Peter Younghusband, Jayden Lennox, Blair Tickner
Suggested Playing XI No.2 for CS vs WF Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:
Keeper – Dane Cleaver
Batsmen – Tom Bruce, Troy Johnson (C), Fraser Colson, Christian Leopard
All-Rounders – James Neesham (VC), George Worker, Doug Bracewell
Bowlers – Hamish Bennett, Logan van Beek, Blair Tickner
Expert Advice:
Central Stags will have their hopes pinned on their skipper Tom Bruce. He has scored over 1700 runs in 75 T20I innings at an average of nearly 30 and a strike rate of over 140. He should be included in both of your Dream11 Fantasy teams.
Today’s CS vs WF Probable Winners:
Wellington Firebirds are expected to win this match.
