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OV vs ND Match Prediction: Who Will Win Today’s Super Smash 2024-25 Match 16 Between Otago Volts And Northern Brave?

Soumyajit Dutta

Otago Volts will face Northern Brave for the second time in Super Smash 2024-25 [Source: @ndcricket/X.com]Otago Volts will face Northern Brave for the second time in Super Smash 2024-25 [Source: @ndcricket/X.com]

The Otago Volts are all set for their 7th match of the season which is scheduled against the Northern Brave at the University Oval, Dunedin. The high-octane clash is set to take place at 8:55 AM IST and is scheduled for January 16, 2025.

Otago Volts

Otago will be clashing against the Northern Brave for the second time in this season of Super Smash 2024-25 and they have dominated the field the last time they met. Otago Volts delivered a commanding performance to secure an emphatic 8-wicket victory over Northern Brave at Seddon Park, Hamilton. 

After a stellar bowling effort led by Jacob Duffy, who picked up 4/19, and Jake Gibson’s 3/19, the Volts bundled out the hosts for a modest 128 in 18.3 overs. The chase was anchored by skipper Dean Foxcroft, who remained unbeaten on 55 off 48 balls, and Glenn Phillips, whose explosive 53* off 30 balls sealed the win with three overs to spare.

Northern Brave 

Northern Brave suffered a disappointing defeat to Otago Volts and after opting to bat first, Brave posted a modest total, with Mitchell Santner (49 off 34) and Tim Seifert (37 off 24) providing the only notable contributions. A late collapse saw them lose five wickets for just 10 runs. In defence, Neil Wagner and Tim Pringle picked up a wicket each, but the bowlers struggled to contain Otago’s attack. Hence, after the first loss, Jeet Raval and Co. will look to take revenge in the second game at Dunedin.

OV vs ND: Head-to-Head Records In Super Smash

Matches Played
Otago Volts Won
Northern Brave Won
No Result
16763

How Will the University Oval Pitch Behave?

The pitch at the University Oval in Dunedin offers a balanced contest between bat and ball, with a first-innings average score of 249, indicating a competitive total. The surface is described as low and slow, which means it may assist bowlers, particularly spinners, as the game progresses. Early in the match, batters can benefit from the fresh pitch conditions, making it easier to score runs. Hence, the toss-winning captain will opt to bat first to exploit the early conditions.

Players To Watch Out For In OV vs ND Match 16

Otago Volts

Dean Foxcroft: Dean Foxcroft has racked up 124 runs in his 5 matches of Super Smash this season at a strike rate of 125.25 and also boasts a decent average of 41.33. He is explosive in the middle order and will be beneficial for Otago in the upcoming clash.

Ben Lockrose: Lockrose is an economical bowler who has an impressive economy rate of 7.23 picking up 8 wickets in this season. In the last match against Wellington, he scalped 2-26 and is expected to repeat his heroics against the Braves. 

Luke Georgeson: Georgeson is a valuable all-rounder and has picked 3 wickets alongside racking up some runs in Super Smash. While he hasn't shone with the bat yet, the University Oval pitch might turn things around for the 25-year-old.

Northern Brave

Robert O'Donnell: Robert boasts an impressive strike rate of 185 in Super Smash 2024-25 and has been explosive in his last match against Auckland where he bagged 73 runs off 38 balls. He will be expected to obliterate with the bat again in the upcoming clash against Otago.

Jacob Duffy: Jacob Duffy has been in great form since the Sri Lanka ODIs and the experienced veteran is already an expert in economical bowling and scalping key wickets. Hence, after a 3-25 performance against Wellington, he will be backed to play a vital role against the Otago too.

Dale Phillips: Dale Phillips has been impressive throughout this Super Smash season racking 154 runs at a strike rate of 175. He is an explosive opener for the Braves and is expected to perform more aggressively against the Volts in the upcoming clash.

Today's Match Prediction: OV vs ND Match 16

Predicted Top Performers

Otago Volts: Dean Foxcroft, Ben Lockrose, Luke Georgeson

Northern Brave: Robert O'Donnell, Jacob Duffy, Dale Phillips

OV vs ND Match 16: Predicted Score

Predicted first innings score: 160-170

Predicted second innings score: 150-160

Predicted Result: The team choosing to bat first will likely have the upper hand in this match.