Super Smash 2019-20, Match 5: Canterbury vs Auckland : Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Tips – Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Update

Match Details:

The 5th match of the Super Smash 2019-20 will be played between Auckland and Canterbury 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 has a strong batting line up that comprises of Chad Bowes, Jack Boyle, Stephen Murdoch. However, the trio couldn’t perform well in the opening match. They are match-winners on their good days and will try to click a good knock with the bat. Their bowling unit also flopped in the previous encounter and they need to come up with an improved show with the ball in the next match.

Auckland did a commendable job as a unit against Otago in the previous match. Their batsmen pile some big runs on the scoreboard and later on the bowling unit successfully defended the total. They are currently in good form with all the areas covered in respective departments and Auckland looks like the favourite to win their second consecutive match

Weather Condition/Report:

The chances of rain during the match are high but it might not affect the length of the game. However, the temperature is expected to deviate between 17 and 19 Degree Celsius according to Accuweather.

Pitch Condition/Report:

The track at Hagley Oval might go in favour of the fast bowlers as they will be able to swing the ball on this ground. However, the batsmen will have to settle down before they start playing strokes against the pacers. The team winning the toss will look to field first because the teams have found it difficult to defend on this ground.

Average first innings score: 129 (In 1 T20 played at the venue this season of Super Smash 2019-20)

Record of chasing teams: Won-1, Lost-0, Tie/NR – 0

Team News:

(Will update if there is any news)

Probable Playing XIs:

Canterbury:

Auckland:

Martin Guptill, Colin Munro, Glenn Phillips (wk), Mark Chapman, Craig Cachopa (c), Corey Anderson, Sean Solia, Ronnie Hira, William Somerville, Mitchell McClenaghan, Kyle Jamieson

Bench – Robert ODonnell, Ben Lister

Top Picks:

Chad Bowes is a brilliant opener irrespective of the start he got in this tournament. He has mustered 1020 runs in 41 games with eight centuries in T20s. And, he will be a wise pick for a fantasy side. Martin Guptill is a dashing opener, who has a big experience of playing for New Zealand. In the last five T20s, he has scored 197 runs at a brilliant average of 39.7 and it makes him a hot favourite pick for any Dream11 Fantasy Side. Cole McConchie, who grabbed three wickets in the previous game will be another important player to watch out.

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:

Captain – Cole McConchie, Martin Guptill, Colin Munro

Vice-Captain – Cole McConchie, Mark Chapman, Jack Boyle

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper – Glenn Phillips

Batters – Martin Guptill (C), Chad Bowes, Stephen Murdoch

All-Rounders –Corey Anderson, Cole McConchie (VC), Henry Shipley

Bowlers – William Somerville, Mitchell McClenaghan, Ronnie Hira, Ed Nuttal

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper – Glenn Phillips

Batters – Colin Munro (C), Jack Boyle, Stephen Murdoch

All-Rounders –Sean Solia, Cole McConchie, Mark Chapman (VC)

Bowlers – Blake Coburn, Mitchell McClenaghan, Ronnie Hira, Ed Nuttal

Expert Advice:

Stephen Murdoch didn’t get off to a great start with the bat for his side in their opening game. However, he will look to play a good knock with the bat in the game against Auckland. Looking forward to Murdoch’s form, he can be a risky pick but will be worth for any Grand League Side.

Probable Winners:

Auckland 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.