Auckland vs Canterbury, Super Smash 2020-21
Auckland have hit a hattrick of losses and desperately need to win to stay alive in the tournament. They're up against a strong Canterbury side who're coming back from a massive win over Otago.
Can Auckland put a brake on this losing streak. Read as we preview Auckland Vs Canterbury match. The game will be played at the Eden Park and is scheduled to get underway at 3:00 PM local time
Auckland will be very disappointed with the way things have transpired for them in the tournament. They've lost 3 back to back games and their future in the tournament look really gloomy now.
They've conceded 219 and 226 in their previous two games which is big concern. Also the batting has been pretty disappointing.
Players like Dean Solia, Graeme Beghin, Robert O Donnell, William O Donnell, Glen Phillips have scored some runs but none of them have stayed long enough to get a big score.
Once you're in, it's your responsibility to get your team to a solid total but the casual approach from the batsmen have cost Auckland three crucial matches.
In the bowling department, Ben Lister and William Somerville have been good but the support bowlers have been far too expensive.
Auckland somehow needs to find a way to stop this flow of runs. If they can restrict their opponents to around 180, we think Auckland have a good enough batting to chase the score. They can also try to bat first and put a decent total.
Canterbury put up a powerful performance against Otago in their previous match and look a real force with player like Chad Bowes, Ken McClure, Jack Boyle, Cole McConchie, Leo Carter and Cam Fletcher. All of their batsmen looked composed and batted with great control.
The bowling was also top class with Ed Nuttall, Cole McConchie, Todd Astle and Will Williams bowling splendidly well.
Overall, Auckland do have a decent batting but their bowling is a big cause of concern. Canterbury on the other hand showed great composure against Otago and are our favourites for this match.
AUK vs CAN Live Streaming
Sky Sports will broadcast the tournament in New Zealand and Australia while Star Sports have the broadcasting rights in India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh and Maldives. If you’re from Pakistan, you can watch the match on PTV Sports. Willlow TV will stream the matches in United States while fans in South Africa can watch the games on SuperSport.
Live Streaming: Livestream of the tournament will also be available on Fox Sports, SuperSport, Willow TV, and Willow HD
Toss Prediction
The wicket will be brilliant for batting so both captains would like to bat first and put big runs on the board.
Pitch Report
The surface offered will be a batting friendly and short boundaries will make life difficult for the bowlers.
Weather Report
The weather prediction is not good with plenty of rain around on the match day.
Read on for team previews, betting tips, latest odds and match prediction for Auckland vs Canterbury, Super Smash 2020-21.
Auckland Aces Team News & Playing 11
AUK Team News
Mark Chapman and Louis Delport have been added to the Auckland squad for their clash against Canterbury.
AUK Key Players
- Sean Solia - Sea Solia is a top class batter and have a couple of good knocks to his name in the Super Smash 2020-21. He missed out in the last match but will be eager to do well for his team in crucial game against Canterbury.
- Glenn Phillips - Glen Phillips scored a fiery 42 off 22 against Otago. He is one of the finest Kiwi batsmen and will play a big role for Auckland in the upcoming game.
- William Somerville - If you leave Somerville's performance against Otago, he's been very good in the other two games. We back him to come good in the next match as well.
AUK Team Form
Auckland have now lost three back to back matches and desperately need a win to stay alive in the tournament.
Auckland Aces Predicted Playing 11
Graeme Beghin, Sean Solia, William O Donnell, Glenn Phillips, Robert ODonnell (c), Ben Horne (wk), Bradley Rodden, William Somerville, Olly Pringle, Danru Ferns, Ben Lister
Canterbury Kings Team News & Playing 11
CAN Team News
Fraser Sheet has been added to the Canterbury squad as a replacement to Matt Henry who's been called to represent New Zealand against Pakistan in place of the injured Neil Wagner.
CAN Key players
- Chad Bowes - He's one of the most exciting upcoming Kiwi cricketer and started the Super Smash 2020-21 with a brilliant 72 against Otago. We expect him to continue his form against Auckland.
- Ken McClure - Ken McClure too looked good in a quick fire knock of 40. Canterbury will hope he can give them another brisk start.
- Ed Nuttall - Ed Nuttall was exceptional in the last match with figures of 3-18 in his 4 overs. He bowed with great control and created a lot of trouble for the Otago batsmen. He'll lead Canterbury's charge in the absence of Matt Henry.
CAN Team Form
Canterbury had a great start to the Super Smash 2020-21 as they thrashed Otago in their opening encounter.
Canterbury Kings Predicted Playing 11
Chad Bowes, Ken McClure, Jack Boyle, Cole McConchie (c), Leo Carter, Cam Fletcher (wk), Matthew Hay, Matt Henry, Todd Astle, Will Williams, Ed Nuttall
Auckland Aces vs Canterbury Kings Head to Head
Canterbury has been sensational against Auckland in the Super Smash.
AUK vs CAN Head to Head Stats in T20
| Matches Played |
AUK Won |
CAN Won |
Tie |
No Result |
| 28 |
20 |
8 |
0 |
0 |
Auckland Aces vs Canterbury Kings Betting Odds
Auckland are getting odds of 2.00 on Bet365 while you can back Canterbury at 1.80 on the same platform. On Betway, the odds are 2.05 and 1.72 on Auckland and Canterbury respectively.
🏆 Auckland Aces vs Canterbury Kings Prediction
Auckland have a very strong batting lineup but all their players have been very inconsistent. Also, their bowling is a major cause of concern. Canterbury on the other hand were neat in their last match and look a pretty balanced team.
Jan 03, 2021
07:30 IST / 2:00 GMT
Eden Park - Auckland, New Zealand
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