Super Smash 2019-20, Match 3: Canterbury vs Wellington: Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Tips – Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Update

Match Details:

The 3rd match of the Super Smash 2019-20 will be played between Canterbury and Wellington, at the Hagley Oval in Christchurch.

The match starts at 4:10 PM local time (3:10 AM GMT) (8:40 AM IST).

Preview

Canterbury will begin their Super Smash campaign against Wellington on Sunday. They boast a strong top-order that comprises of Steve Murdoch, Chad Bowes and Andrew Ellis, who will look to help their side in winning their first game of the tournament. In bowling, they have Ed Nuttall, Henry Shipley forms a formidable bowling duo on which their side will bank on in the upcoming match.

Wellington has Michael Bracewell and Devon Conway, who will open their innings. In the previous season of Super Smash as well they did a good job for their side and the same would be expected from them in the opening match against Canterbury. However, the bowling unit also looks decent that holds a good mix up of young and experienced bowlers.

Weather Condition/Report:

There are no chances of rain and it is expected to be a perfect day for a cricket match. However, the temperature is expected to deviate between 22 and 25 Degree Celsius according to Accuweather.

Pitch Condition/Report:

The track at Hagley Oval is expected to go in favour of the fast bowlers. It might be a bouncy wicket that will help the pacemen during the match. However, the batsmen will also look to give a tough fight on this ground. The team winning the toss will look to bowl because the teams find it easy to chase at this venue.

Team News:

(Will be added when there is an update)

Probable Playing XIs:

Canterbury :

Andrew Ellis, Chad Bowes, Steve Murdoch, Cole McConchie (C), Leo Carter, Jack Boyle, Sean Davey, Cam Fletcher, Ed Nuttall, Henry Shipley, Will Williams

Bench – Blake Coburn

Wellington:

Michael Bracewell (c), Michael Pollard, Fraser Colson, Devon Conway (WK), Jamie Gibson, Jimmy Neesham, Hamish Bennett, Ollie Newton, Jeetan Patel, Rachin Ravindra, Logan Van Beek.

Bench – Malcolm Nofal, Iain McPeake

Top Picks:

Michael Bracewell will be a hot favourite pick for any Dream11 Fantasy Side. He has mustered 1389 runs in 69 T20s at a good strike rate of 134.59 with eight fifties. Stephen Murdoch will be another important player to watch out in the upcoming match.

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:

Captain – Chad Bowes, Steve Murdoch, Jeetan Patel

Vice-Captain – Michael Bracewell, Andrew Ellis, Cole McConchie

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper – Devon Conway

Batters – Michael Bracewell, Chad Bowes (C), Steve Murdoch (VC), Jack Boyle

All-Rounders –Andrew Ellis, Jimmy Neesham, Henry Shipley

Bowlers – Jeetan Patel, Logan Van Beek, Ed Nuttall

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper – Cam Fletcher

Batters – Michael Bracewell (VC), Chad Bowes, Steve Murdoch (C), Michael Pollard

All-Rounders –Andrew Ellis, Jimmy Neesham, Rachin Ravindra

Bowlers – Jeetan Patel, Logan Van Beek, Hamish Bennett

Expert Advice:

Try to pick pacers in this match, who will play an important role in the outcome of the match. However, picking middle-order batsmen on bowling friendly wicket will be one thing that should be kept in mind while picking players for Grand League.

Probable Winners:

Canterbury is expected to win the match.

*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.