Preview:
Canterbury Kings and Central Stags will lock horns with each other for Match 5 of the New Zealand Men’s T20. The former lost their opening fixture of the tournament to Wellington. Whilst chasing the target of 178 runs, they were wrapped up at 150 runs.
Central Stags, on the other hand, have had a splendid outing in the league so far. The team have won both their matches in the tournament until now and will aim to take their winning momentum further in the league.
Match Details:
Canterbury Kings vs Central Stags, Match 5
Venue: Hagley Oval, Christchurch
Date and Time: December 10 at 11:10 AM IST
Live Streaming: Sony Sports Network
Pitch Report:
The pitch are expected to be inclined towards the batters. The bowlers will have to maintain tight lines and lengths in order to reap rewards on this surface.
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Probable Playing XIs for CKI vs CST:
Canterbury Kings
Chad Bowes, Ken McClure, Jack Boyle, Cole McConchie (c), Cam Fletcher (wk), Henry Shipley, Matthew Hay, Matt Henry, Will Williams, Blake Coburn, Ed Nuttall
Central Stags
Bayley Wiggins, Greg Hay, Dane Cleaver (wk), Christian Leopard, Tom Bruce (c), Josh Clarkson, Doug Bracewell, Ben Wheeler, Jayden Lennox, Blair Tickner, Seth Rance
Top Picks for CKI vs CST 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket
Josh Clarkson was exceptional with the bat in the previous match. He played a belligerent inning of 71 runs to be one of the architects of the team’s victory. He can be a good pick for this match.
Skipper Tom Bruce also scored 69 runs in the last match. He will be determined to make a larger impact on the side. He can be the other good player to bank on for this game.
Ed Nuttall picked up three wickets in the last match. His contributions will be pivotal for the side. He can be the other good pick for this match.
Suggested Playing XI No.1 for CKI vs CST 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket
Cam Fletcher, Dane Cleaver, Tom Bruce, Greg Hay, Ken McClure, Josh Clarkson (c), Cole McConchie, Doug Bracewell, Ed Nuttall (vc), Blair Tickner, Seth Rance
Suggested Playing XI No.2 for CKI vs CST 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket
Dane Cleaver, Tom Bruce (c), Greg Hay, Jack Boyle (vc), Doug Bracewell, Ken McClure, Josh Clarkson, Blair Tickner, Ed Nuttall, Ben Wheeler, Blair Tickner
Captain and Vice-Captain Options:
Captain Options: Josh Clarkson and Tom Bruce
Vice-Captain Options: Ed Nuttall and Jack Boyle