OV vs CS T20 Match Prediction & Betting Tips, Super Smash 2023
After beating the Central Stags at Nelson in a comfortable fashion, Otago Volts are once again going to lock horns against the side in Match 25 of the 2022-23 Super Smash tournament at the University Oval, Dunedin on Sunday. Given that there are going to be plenty of stars locking horns against one another, let us take a detailed look at the preview, betting tips, and winnings odds of both these sides.
After losing their first couple of games in the 2022-23 edition, Otago Volts has bounced back emphatically in this tournament. In their previous four encounters in the same spoken-off tournament, Volts haven’t lost a single encounter and have registered two wins as well.
On the other hand, Stags enter this contest after failing to build on their positive start. They have dropped their last two showdowns, wherein one was against the Otago Volts at Neson.
Otago Volts vs Central Stags T20 Live Streaming
This match will be shown live on BT Sport 2, BT Sports App, SKY Sports NZ, and Fancode.
Super Smash 2022 Live Streaming: Fans can stream the match on BT Sports and Fancode.
OV vs CS Match Toss Prediction
The ideal option for either of the captains to win the toss - will be to choose bowling first. This gives them the perfect opportunity to restrict the opposition to a low score. Moreover, the previous game at Dunedin was won by the team chasing the target.
OV vs CS, University Oval Pitch Report
While the boundaries of this ground are short, the pitch undoubtedly favors the bowlers here. The pitch offers unexpected turn and bounce which often surprises the top-order batsman, who are still getting handy of the conditions.
Dunedin Weather Report
The weather is going to be sunny, as there are going to be no signs of a rain interruption whatsoever. Moreover, a gentle breeze will also flow during the game wherein the temp will be around 19-8 degrees.
Read on for team previews, betting tips, latest odds, and match prediction for Otago Volts vs Central Stags, Super Smash 2023
Otago Volts Team News & Playing 11
OV Team News
As there were no injuries for the Otago Volts’ players in the previous game, the lineup could pretty much be centered around the bowling attack. This could the Volts an extra edge to play an all-rounder or an out-and-out bowling option.
OV Key Players
- Matthew Bacon- Having claimed 5 wickets for just 28 runs for the Volts in their game against the Central Stags, this right-arm medium bowler could once again be the leading wicket-taker, especially on a track that helps the bowlers.
- Michael Rae- The 27-year-old right-arm medium-fast has been the leading wicket-taker for this team and can considerably add to his tally if he gets the required bounce.
- Dean Foxcroft- Given that this player has the ability to brilliantly analyze the situation of the game, he could well be their leading run-scorer in this game as well. Fox is on the backs of a strong knock of 66 runs against the Stags in the previous game.
OV Team Form
Having won five out of their previous three games, Otago Volts are undoubtedly the team with a better momentum heading into Match 25.
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Otago Volts Predicted Playing 11
Hamish Rutherford (c), Dale Phillips (wk), Dean Foxcroft, Josh Finnie, Llew Johnson, Nick Kwant, Jake Gibson, Ben Lockrose, Andrew Hazeldine, Michael Rae, Matthew Bacon
CS Team News
The second-placed team in the standings knows the importance of this showdown and will be concerned about putting in a worthy effort against a side that has already got the better of them in the tournament. While there are no injuries, Stags could drop one of their players from the batting department to add an all-rounder to strengthen their bowling lineup as well.
CS Key Players
- William Clark- Having smashed 44 off 36 balls in the previous encounter for the Stags, Clark will be expected to score decently on this challenging wicket as well.
- Jayden Lennox- This left-arm slow orthodox bowler has caused problems on the smoothest batting tracks as well. If the Stags are to avenge their prior loss, Lennox will have to have an efficiency impact on Match 25.
- Josh Clarkson- This all-rounder has already taken has already scored runs for his side and has even clinched crucial wickets, two in the previous game.
CS Team Form
Central Stags had the chance to claim the top spot in the standings but their two consecutive losses haven’t made their ambitions quite clear.
Ben Smith, Bayley Wiggins (wk), Will Young, Bevan Small, Tom Bruce(c), Josh Clarkson, William Clark, Brett Randell, Ajaz Patel, Jayden Lennox, Raymond Toole
Otago Volts vs Central Stags Head to Head
Having locked horns 18 times in total, Central Stags clearly have the dominance over Volts. However, it was the latter team who won by 4 runs in a nail-biting contest last time around. Yet Otago Volts have only won one out of the last 5 games against the mentioned side
OV vs CS Head to Head Stats in T20s
| |
Matches Played |
OV Won |
CS Won |
Tie |
NR |
| Overall |
18 |
7 |
11 |
0 |
0 |
| Last 5 |
5 |
1 |
4 |
0 |
0 |
Otago Volts vs Central Stags Betting Odds
Otago Volts has already beaten the Central Stags once in the last week. That spoken-off loss seems to have bothered the Stags as they failed to beat Cantery in their last encounter. Although Stags have beaten the Volts 6 out of the 8 times they have played in this tournament, the latter team has a better set-bowling attack.
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While Stags hold the edge statistically ahead of Match 25, our money is going to be on Otago Volts, especially given the pitch conditions and the bowling attack at their disposal. We expect this to be a close encounter yet Volts will once again get the better of Stags to move to 18 points, second in the standings.
Jan 29, 2023
07:10 IST / 1:40 GMT
Seddon Park - Hamilton, New Zealand
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