OV vs WF Dream11 Prediction Today Match, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Pitch Report - Super Smash T20 2024-25, Match 18
OV vs WF, Super Smash 2024-25: Dream11 Predictions For Match 18 [Source: @SuperSmashNZ/x.com]
The Otago Volts (OV) will be up against the Wellington Firebirds (WF) in the 18th match of the 20th season of Super Smash T20 2024-25. This match will be played at the University of Otago Oval in Dunedin, New Zealand on Saturday, January 18th 2025 at 6:55 AM IST.
Ahead of the game, here is a look at the Dream11 predictions, the top player picks, the fantasy cricket tips, the pitch report and the best-predicted XIs for the fantasy contests of the match.
OV vs WF Preview
The Otago Volts are having an excellent season so far; they have lost their last game against the Northern Districts by 8 runs. Max Chu, Leo Carter, and Luke Georgeson batted well in the last game, while the bowling section totally failed in that match. With four wins, two losses, and one abandoned match from seven games and a net run rate of +0.93, the Otago Volts are at the top position in the points table currently.
On the other hand, the Wellington Firebirds are having an extremely bad season; they have lost three games and won only one game in the Super Smash T20 2024-25 season so far; they have lost the last game against the Otago Volts by 15 runs. Michael Bracewell was excellent with the bat and scored 61 runs from 31 deliveries; James Hartshorn and Peter Younghusband shared 2 wickets each in that game. Currently with 4 points on board and a net run rate of -0.36 from four games, the Wellington Firebirds are at the bottom of the points table.
OV vs WF Head-to-Head Record in last 10 T20 Matches
Matches | Otago Volts won | Wellington Firebirds won | No Result |
---|---|---|---|
10 | 2 | 8 | 0 |
OV vs WF Weather And Pitch Report
Factors | Expected Condition |
---|---|
Weather | Cloudy |
Pitch | Batting Friendly |
Weather - According to AccuWeather, the weather will be full of low clouds. The temperature will be in-between 19°C-13°C and there is 25% chance of rain during the game.
Pitch Report - The University of Otago Oval’s cricket track proves to be a batter’s haven, allowing players to accumulate significant runs. Nonetheless, bowlers can apply pressure in the opening overs through skillful swing and movement. As the game unfolds, spinners may also come into play. The skipper winning the toss might prefer to bat first on this ground depending upon the past records.
University of Otago Oval in Dunedin- Record of Chasing Teams in Super Smash T20 2024-25
Only 1 match has been played at the University of Otago Oval so far in this tournament, and the match was won by the batting first side. Though the skipper winning the toss will prefer to field first on this ground depending upon the past records.
OV vs WF Fantasy Cricket Players Stats
Players | Tournament Stats | Fantasy Points |
---|---|---|
Max Chu | 190 Runs in 5 Matches | 347 |
Dale Phillips | 159 Runs in 7 Matches | 340 |
Andrew Hazeldine | 29 Runs and 9 Wickets in 7 Matches | 321 |
Ben Lockrose | 29 Runs and 8 Wickets in 7 Matches | 307 |
Matthew Bacon | 8 Wickets in 7 Matches | 274 |
Hot Picks for OV vs WF Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips
Players | Roles |
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Otago Volts | |
Max Chu | Wicketkeeper |
Jacob Duffy | Bowler |
Dean Foxcroft | All-rounder |
Wellington Firebirds | |
Michael Bracewell | Batter |
Tim Robinson | Batter |
Logan van Beek | All-rounder |
OV vs WF Captain and Vice-captain
Contests | Captain | Vice-captain |
---|---|---|
Small League Contests | Michael Bracewell | Tim Robinson |
Head to Head Contests | Max Chu | Tim Robinson |
Grand League Contests | Max Chu | Glenn Phillips |
OV vs WF Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues
Wicketkeepers: Tom Blundell, Max Chu
Batters: Dale Phillips, Tim Robinson, Leo Carter
All-rounders: Logan van Beek, Luke Georgeson, Michael Bracewell
Bowlers: Ben Lockrose, Andrew Hazeldine, Peter Younghusband
Captain: Michael Bracewell
Vice-captain: Tim Robinson
OV vs WF Fantasy Team for Winner Takes All/ Grand Leagues
Wicketkeepers: Max Chu
Batters: Dale Phillips, Tim Robinson, Llew Johnson
All-rounders: Logan van Beek, Glenn Phillips, Michael Bracewell
Bowlers: Jacob Duff, Andrew Hazeldine, Peter Younghusband, James Hartshorn
Captain: Max Chu
Vice-captain: Glenn Phillips
OV vs WF Expert Advice
Given the playing conditions and the expected team combinations of the two sides, a 1-3-3-4 or 2-3-3-3 combination will be ideal for the game.