Super Smash 2019-20, Match 25: Wellington vs Canterbury: Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Tips – Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Update

Match Details:

The 25th match of the Super Smash 2019-20 will be played between Canterbury and Wellington at the Basin Reserve in Wellington.

The match starts at 4:10 PM local time (3:10 AM GMT) (8:40 AM IST). The live stream for Super Smash in India will be available on Hotstar. Live telecast can be watched on Star Sports Select 1 and Star Sports Select 1 HD.

Preview for Dream11 Fantasy

Canterbury is currently on the verge of getting knocked out from the tournament. They are currently ranked fifth in the points table with 10 points. Now they have to win all the games left in order to stay in the race for the semi-finals. At the moment, Canterbury is struggling with the inconsistency of their players in bowling and batting.

And, they will soon have to find a solution for the same. They have some good batters in their line up that comprises of Chad Bowes, Jack Boyle and Stephen Murdoch that will be having the responsibility on their shoulder to win the crucial game for their side.

Wellington has all their spaces covered as their players are in prime form in their respective traits. Thir side has won their previous two games and they would be looking forward to continuing with their winning streak against out of form Canterbury in the next match. Also, they have a big chance to consolidate their position in the league table on the back of their players’ impressive performance.

Weather Condition/Report:

The weather is expected to be clear and perfect for a cricket banter. The wind will blow at 4 km/hr with chances of rain being very slim. Also, the temperature is expected to deviate between 11 and 23 Degree Celsius throughout the day according to Accuweather.

Pitch Report

The track at the Basin Reserve is expected to offer a great contest between the bat and ball. It will be a 180+ run track as far as the stats of this season are concerned. In all the games played on this ground in Super Smash 2019-20, the sides have managed to post a score of 180+ runs. But, the sides chasing the target have certainly found it difficult in their quest to go past the target. So, the side winning the toss will most probably look to bat first at this venue.

Average first innings score: 183 (In three games played at this venue in Super Smash 2019-20)

Record of the chasing teams: Won – 0; Lost – 3; NR- 0

Team News:

Canterbury has excluded Ken McClure from the squad as they officially announced a 12 man squad for the upcoming game.

James Neesham and Jamie Nofal are not the part of Wellington’s 12 man squad for the clash against Canterbury.

Probable Playing XIs:

Canterbury

Chad Bowes, Jack Boyle, Stephen Murdoch, Cole McConchie (c), Cam Fletcher (wk), Andrew Ellis, Leo Carter, Henry Shipley, Will Williams, Blake Coburn/Sean Davey, Ed Nuttall.

Bench – Blake Coburn/Sean Davey

Wellington

Devon Conway (WK), Michael Pollard, Rachin Ravindra, Michael Bracewell (C), Lauchie Johns/Ian McPeake, Fraser Colson, Jamie Gibson, Logan van Beek, Ollie Newton, Hamish Benett, Peter Younghusband

Bench – Lauchie Johns/Ian McPeake

Top Picks

Devon Conway is currently the leading scorer in Super Smash 2019-20 and he will be an obvious pick for any Dream11 Fantasy Side. Michael Pollard didn’t get off to a good start to his season in the ongoing tournament but he has managed to pull off some brilliant performances with the bat for Wellington and he cannot be ignored while picking fantasy team. Cole McConchie will be a player to watch out in all-rounders’ category as he has contributed well with the bat and ball for Canterbury.

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:

Captain – Devon Conway, Chad Bowes, Ollie Newton

Vice-Captain – Jack Boyle, Cole McConchie, Michael Pollard

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper – Devon Conway (C)

Batters – Michael Bracewell, Michael Pollard, Chad Bowes (VC), Jack Boyle

All-Rounders –Andrew Ellis, Cole McConchie, Rachin Ravindra

Bowlers –Ollie Newton, Hamish Benett, Will Williams

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper –Cam Fletcher, Devon Conway

Batters –Stephen Murdoch, Michael Bracewell, Jamie Gibson, Jack Boyle (C)

All-Rounders – Malcolm Nofal, Cole McConchie (VC)

Bowlers – Logan van Beek, Ollie Newton, Ed Nuttall

Expert Advice

James Neesham has not been picked in the squad of Wellington for the clash against Canterbury and 84% users have picked him in their squad. So, please don’t pick him in your fantasy side. Also, try to pick the top order from Wellington that is performing in red-hot form with the bat.

Probable Winners

Wellington is expected to win this match against Canterbury.

*Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.