WF vs CTB T20 Match Prediction & Betting Tips, Super Smash 2024
Wellington will be up against the Canterbury in the 29th match of the Super Smash 2023-2024. The match will be played at Basin Reserve, Wellington and will start at 8:30 AM IST on January 22.
Wellington started the tournament brilliantly and topped the table for most part. However, they have lost the previous two games, resulting in them slipping to the second spot. The team lost to Northern Brave in the last game by seven wickets after they were bowled out for 102.
Meanwhile, Canterbury have won four out of the nine games they have played. They picked up a big win of 90 runs over Brave in the last game. Both these teams will again clash in the Eliminator thus would like to win the game and head into the knockout game with momentum on their side.
Wellington Firebirds vs Canterbury Kings T20 Match Live Streaming
TV channels: Star Sports will broadcast Wellington Firebirds vs Canterbury Kings 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.
WF vs CTB Match Toss Prediction
The captains will be keen to chase as that has been the trend in the tournament and the teams have got desired results as well.
WF vs CTB Pitch Report
The pitch will offer some movement with the new ball but it should become flat and good for batting once the ball is a few overs old. Spinners will come into play in middle overs.
Wellington Weather Report
There will be some clouds around but rain is likely to stay away. The temperature will range between 26 and 19 degrees.
Read on for team previews, betting tips, latest odds, and match prediction for Wellington Firebirds vs Canterbury Kings, Super Smash 2024
Wellington Firebirds Team News & Playing 11
WF Team News
Gareth Severin is likely to make his debut against Canterbury. Also, pacers Ben Sears and Adam Milne have returned to the squad. Rachin Ravindra has been released.
WF Key Players
- Nick Kelly- Nick Kelly has failed to deliver consistent performances in the tournament so far However, he has been good in patches. He has scored 184 runs in eight games. He will be key with the bat in coming game.
- Muhammad Abbas- Muhammad Abbas has impressed one and all with his performances in the tournament. He has been consistent for the team, scoring 169 runs in seven innings.
- Logan van Beek- Logan Van Beek has shown remarkable consistency for the team in the tournament, taking 12 wickets in eight games and playing a big role in Wellington's juggernaut.
WF Team Form
Wellington’s performance with the bat in the last few games has not been good and the team will be looking to improve on that.
Wellington Firebirds Predicted Playing 11
Gareth Severin, Nick Greenwood, Nick Kelly (c), Muhammad Abbas, Michael Bracewell, Jesse Tashkoff, Callum/Troy Johnson, McLachlan (wk), Nathan Smith, Logan van Beek, Peter Younghusband, Adam Milne
Canterbury Kings Team News & Playing 11
CTB Team News
The squad has not been announced but players like Daryl Mitchell, Matt Henry, Ish Sodhi, who were part of the New Zealand T20I series vs Pakistan, should return to the team.
CTB Key Players
- Chad Bowes- Chad Bowes finally got going as he played a brilliant knock of 85 in 43 balls against Brave. Having got runs behind him now, Bowes will be keen on being consistent in remaining games of Super Smash 2023-24.
- Daryl Mitchell- Daryl Mitchell is likely to return to the playing XI. Mitchell showed good form in the T20I series vs Pakistan and scored 158 runs in four innings. He will look to continue the good run.
- Zakary Foulkes- Zakary Foulkes has been the most consistent bowler for Canterbury this season, having taken nine wickets in as many games. He is bowling well so will be an important player for the team.
CTB Team Form
The team has blown hot and cold but with big guns returning, the team can be backed for consistency in remaining games.
Canterbury Kings Predicted Playing 11
Chad Bowes, Tom Latham, Henry Nicholls, Cole McConchie (c), Mitchell Hay (wk), Michael Rippon, Daryl Mitchell, Zakary Foulkes, Matt Henry, Michael Rae, William ORourke/Ish Sodhi
Wellington Firebirds vs Canterbury Kings Head to Head
There is nothing to separate the two teams in the Super Smash history as both sides have won 17 games against each other.
WF vs CTB Head to Head Stats in T20s
| |
Matches Played |
WF Won |
CTB Won |
Tie |
No Result |
| Overall |
34 |
17 |
17 |
0 |
0 |
| Last 5 |
5 |
2 |
3 |
0 |
0 |
Wellington Firebirds vs Canterbury Kings Betting Odds
Both teams are getting even odds on betting platforms. Wellington have been the best team of the tournament but they have lost form in recent games. Canterbury, on the other hand, will be boosted by the return of key players.
Who will win Wellington Firebirds vs Canterbury Kings T20 Match?
We suggest backing Canterbury to win. Wellington have not shown good form in recent games. They were riding on the performances of Tim Robinson but he is out due to injury. Other batters have looked very ordinary. Meanwhile, Canterbury have played good cricket and with big guns back, they look very strong.
🏆 Wellington Firebirds vs Canterbury Kings Prediction
We are backing Canterbury to win. The team has a lot of quality in batting, with Chad Bowes, Tom Latham, Henry Nicholls, Daryl Mitchell in the lineup. Also, return of players like Matt Henry and Ish Sodhi will boost the bowling. The likes of Zakary Foulkes and William O Rourke are also doing well. Wellington are struggling with the form of batters so we feel Canterbury will win the game.
Canterbury Kings to beat Wellington Firebirds
Jan 22, 2024
08:30 IST / 3:00 GMT
Queens Park - Invercargill, New Zealand
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