Who Will Win Auckland Aces vs Northern Knights?
Auckland Aces will look to avenge their defeat from last time when they lock horns with Northern Knights in this top-of-the-table clash at the Eden Park Outer Oval in Auckland. This will be the 24th game of the Super Smash 2017/18 which is scheduled to be played on January 7. Live action will begin at 4:10 PM local time.
Auckland vs Northern Knights: Where to watch/Live streaming
TV channels: Sky Sport, Fox Sports
Live streaming: Bet365, Sky Go
Read on for team analysis, betting odds, betting tips and match prediction for Auckland vs Northern Knights, Super Smash 2017/18...
Auckland Aces Team News & Playing 11
They will be relying heavily on Mark Chapman to score the big runs at the top of the order. He is currently the second-highest run-getter in the tournament and is coming off a classy 58-ball 101 against Canterbury Kings. Robert O'Donnell batted well in the reverse fixture and he will be a vital cog in the middle order. Tarun Nethula (10 wickets in 5 matches) and Benjamin Lister (8 wickets in 5 matches) will be the go-to bowlers for Auckland.
Auckland Predicted Playing 11
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Craig Cachopa (c), Ronnie Hira, Tarun Nethula, Ben Horne (wk), Robert O'Donnell, Mark Chapman, Sam Curran, Michael Barry, Sean Solia, Benjamin Lister, Teja Nidamanuru
Northern Knights Team News & Playing 11
The opening pair of Tim Seifert and Anton Devcich hold the key to the team's batting. Seifert is the season's leading run-scorer and he had also blitzed a century in the earlier encounter against Auckland. Devcich struck an unbeaten 88 in the last game and he too is amongst the top run-getters. He has also been impressive with his left-arm spin and has taken 10 wickets so far. He along with seamer Daryl Mitchell will have a crucial role in restricting Auckland.
Northern Predicted Playing 11
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Dean Brownlie (c), Daniel Flynn, Chris Jordan, Sean Davey, Anton Devcich, Tim Seifert (wk), Brett Randell, Daryl Mitchell, Brett Hampton, Nicholas Frederick Kelly, Joe Walker
Auckland Aces vs Northern Knights Betting Odds
Northern Knights are leading the points table with five wins and two losses in eight league games. Their last fixture against Canterbury Kings had to be abandoned due to rain. Prior to that, they beat Otago Volts by nine wickets. Auckland Aces are second in the league standings with four wins and a loss in seven matches. They defeated Canterbury Kings by seven runs before their next game against Central Districts was washed out. Betfair is offering a 1.03 price on both these teams to win this match.
Auckland Aces vs Northern Knights Prediction
A close contest can be expected in this game as both teams have been on top of their game in this year's Super Smash. While Northern Knights will take confidence from having beaten Auckland Aces in their first clash at the Bay Oval, the latter have the privilege of playing on their home ground where they have won four out of last six matches. Although both teams have been equally competitive all through the season, we feel Auckland have their noses just in front due to the home advantage.
Final Verdict: Back Auckland Aces to beat Northern Knights at 1.03 on betfair.
Jan 07, 2018
08:40 IST / 3:10 GMT
Eden Park - Auckland, New Zealand
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