AA vs ND T20 Match Prediction & Betting Tips, Super Smash 2024
Auckland will be up against Northern Brave in the 28th match of the Super Smash 2023-2024. The match will be played at Eden Park, Auckland and will start at 8:30 AM IST on January 20.
Auckland are placed at the top of the points table, with five wins and two defeats. Two matches were washed out due to rain. Auckland’s four match winning streak was broken in the last game after they suffered a 15 run defeat to Central Stags when they failed to chase 174.
Meanwhile, Brave are tottering at the bottom of the points table, with two wins and six defeats. Their chances of reaching the playoffs are next to nil. They have an outside chance if they register big wins but they will also need other results to go their way. They lost to Canterbury by 90 runs in last game after they could only score 138 in chase of 229.
Auckland Aces vs Northern Brave T20 Match Live Streaming
TV channels: Star Sports will broadcast Auckland Aces vs Northern Brave match in India. In UK, BT Sports will telecast the matches while Spark Sport have the rights for broadcast in New Zealand. Fans in South Africa will have to turn to Super Sport to watch the matches.
Live Streaming: You can live-stream the match on Hotstar and Website.
AA vs ND Match Toss Prediction
The captains are keen on bowl first and restrict the opposition to a low score. The conditions will be overcast and bowlers will get help.
AA vs ND Pitch Report
The pitch will be good for batting but bowlers will also get help with the new ball. The overhead condition will be overcast so new ball will move around a bit thus batters can get under pressure.
Auckland Weather Report
The skies will be overcast but rain is likely to stay away from the game. The temperature will range between 27 and 21 degrees.
Read on for team previews, betting tips, latest odds, and match prediction for Auckland Aces vs Northern Brave, Super Smash 2024
Auckland Aces Team News & Playing 11
AA Team News
Finn Allen, Mark Chapman continue to miss the squad due to their national commitments. Martin Guptill will also not be available as will be playing in ILT20.
AA Key Players
- Sean Solia- He has had a very ordinary tournament but in the absence of senior players, he will have to come good if Auckland have to continue the good run in the tournament. He brings a lot of value to the team as an all-rounder.
- William ODonnell- William O Donnell played a blistering innings of 45 in 26 balls and helped Auckland reach a decent Total. He will be eyeing another good show with the bat in the next game.
- Danru Ferns- Danru Ferns has been brilliant in the Super Smash 2023-24 season. He is the leading wicket-taker for his team, with 15 wickets in seven games. He will be eyeing another good show.
AA Team Form
Auckland have played well after a slow start to the tournament. Despite missing a few key players, the team has managed to win four out of the last five games.
Auckland Aces Predicted Playing 11
George Worker, Cole Briggs, Sean Solia, Robert ODonnell (c), William ODonnell, Jock McKenzie, Cam Fletcher (wk), Ryan Harrison, Danru Ferns, Louis Delport, Ben Lister
Northern Brave Team News & Playing 11
ND Team News
Zak Gibson and Joe Carter have returned to the squad for the Auckland clash. The team has performed poorly this season and need a miracle to qualify for the playoffs. Neil Wagner has been left out.
ND Key Players
- Katene Clarke- Katene Clarke scored 32 in the last game. He has been very ordinary in the tournament. However, the knock in the last game might have got him into some rhythm so he may play well in next game.
- Jeet Raval- Jeet Raval has been the most consistent batter for the team in the tournament. Raval has scored 180 runs in eight games, including two half-centuries. He needs to fire if they team has to stop the losing streak.
- Scott Kuggeleijn- Scot Kuggeleijn is a good addition to the team. Like other players, he has not set the stage on fire but he brings some value to the team owing to his all-round skills. If he has good game, the chances of Brave winning will increase significantly.
ND Team Form
Brave have had a poor tournament. They have been let down by the batters. The team has lost six out of the seven games.
Northern Brave Predicted Playing 11
Henry Cooper, Katene Clarke, Jeet Raval (c), Joe Carter, Flynn Sumpter, Peter Cocock (WK) Brett Hampton, Scott Kuggeleijn, Tim Pringle, Zak Gibson, Frederick Walker.
Auckland Aces vs Northern Brave Head to Head
Auckland have struggled against Brave but they been way better in the on-going season. They also defeated Brave in the first meet of the tournament.
AA vs ND Head to Head Stats in T20s
| |
Matches Played |
AA Won |
ND Won |
Tie |
No Result |
| Overall |
32 |
18 |
14 |
0 |
0 |
| Last 5 |
5 |
4 |
1 |
0 |
0 |
Auckland Aces vs Northern Brave Betting Odds
The bookies are backing Auckland to win. Auckland have form and momentum behind them and have won four of the last five games. Brave, on the other have lost, six out of the seven games.
Who will win Auckland Aces vs Northern Brave T20 Match?
We suggest backing Auckland to win. Brave have been poor in the tournament. None of their batters have shown any form in the tournament, resulting in six defeats. Auckland, on the other hand, have been dominant and have won four out of the five games. Their bowlers have been brilliant.
🏆 Auckland Aces vs Northern Brave Prediction
Auckland can be backed to win. Auckland have been top notch in the tournament. Despite missing a few key players, Auckland have managed to top the points table. They have won four out of the last five games. The bowlers have been superb and have played a huge role in the team’s juggernaut. Brave on the other hand have been poor as none of the players have shown any form. Back Auckland to win the game.
Auckland Aces to beat Northern Brave
Jan 20, 2024
08:30 IST / 3:00 GMT
Eden Park Outer Oval - Auckland, New Zealand
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