WF vs CK, Super Smash 2025: Dream11 Predictions For Match 22 [Source: @SuperSmashNZ/x.com]
The Wellington Firebirds (WF) will be up against the Canterbury Kings (CTB) in the 22nd match of the 20th season of Super Smash T20 2024-25. This match will be played at the Basin Reserve in Wellington, New Zealand on Wednesday, January 22nd 2025 at 8:55 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.
WF vs CTB Preview
The Wellington Firebirds are having a tough time in this season of Super Smash T20, they have lost four games and won two games of the Super Smash T20 2024-25 season so far; the Firebirds lost the last game against the Auckland Aces by 53 runs. Muhammad Abbas was excellent with the bat and scored 57 runs from 26 deliveries; Michael Snedden was the highest wicket-taker and got 2 wickets in that game. Currently with 8 points on board and a net run rate of -0.41 from six games, the Wellington Firebirds are at the bottom position in the points table.
On the other hand, the Canterbury Kings are also having a disappointing season so far in this tournament. They have lost four games out of four games they have played so far, but they have won the latest one against the Northern Districts by 23 runs; Tom Latham and Matt Boyle batted well, and from the bowlers section, Will O’Rourke picked up 3 wickets in that game. Currently with 8 points on board and a net run rate of +0.12 from six games, the Canterbury Kings are in the fifth spot on the points table.
WF vs CTB Head-to-Head Record in last 10 T20 Matches
Matches | Wellington Firebirds won | Canterbury Kings won | No Result |
---|---|---|---|
10 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
WF vs CTB Weather And Pitch Report
Factors | Expected Condition |
---|---|
Weather | Sunny |
Pitch | Sporting Wicket |
Weather - According to AccuWeather, the weather will mostly sunny and pleasant. The temperature will be in-between 24°C-15°C and there is 1% chance of rain during the game.
Pitch Report - The Basin Reserve in Wellington is known for its green pitches, favouring fast bowlers early on. However, as the match progresses, the pitch tends to lose its green tinge, becoming more batsman-friendly. Wind can play a significant role in influencing the conditions. The skipper winning the toss might prefer to bat first on this ground depending upon the past records.
Basin Reserve, Wellington - Record of Chasing Teams
Three matches have been played at the Basin Reserve so far in this tournament, and one of the matches was won by the chasing side. The skipper winning the toss will prefer to bat first on this ground depending upon the recent records.
WF vs CTB Fantasy Cricket Players Stats
Players | Tournament Stats | Fantasy Points |
---|---|---|
Henry Shipley | 78 Runs and 8 Wickets in 6 Matches | 369 |
Logan van Beek | 39 Runs and 8 Wickets in 6 Matches | 344 |
Tim Robinson | 230 Runs in 5 Matches | 339 |
Cole McConchie | 98 Runs and 5 Wickets in 5 Matches | 320 |
Matt Boyle | 212 Runs in 6 Matches | 311 |
Hot Picks for WF vs CTB Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips
Players | Roles |
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Wellington Firebirds | |
Tim Robinson | Batter |
Logan van Beek | All-rounder |
Michael Bracewell | All-rounder |
Canterbury Kings | |
Henry Shipley | Bowler |
Cole McConchie | All-rounder |
Chad Bowes | Batter |
WF vs CTB Captain and Vice-captain
Contests | Captain | Vice-captain |
---|---|---|
Small League Contests | Michael Bracewell | Tim Robinson |
Head to Head Contests | Logan van Beek | Henry Shipley |
Grand League Contests | Cole McConchie | Tom Latham |
WF vs CTB Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues
Wicketkeepers: Tom Latham, Mitchell Hay
Batters: Tim Robinson, Muhammad Abbas, Matt Boyle
All-rounders: Michael Rippon, Michael Bracewell, Zak Foulkes
Bowlers: Ben Sears, Peter Younghusband, Henry Shipley
Captain: Michael Bracewell
Vice-captain: Tim Robinson
WF vs CTB Fantasy Team for Winner Takes All/ Grand Leagues
Wicketkeepers: Tom Latham, Chad Bowes
Batters: Tim Robinson, Muhammad Abbas, Matt Boyle
All-rounders: Logan van Beek, Michael Bracewell, Cole McConchie
Bowlers: Ben Sears, Peter Younghusband, Ish Sodhi
Captain: Michael Bracewell
Vice-captain: Tim Robinson
WF vs CTB Expert Advice
Given the playing conditions and the expected team combinations of the two sides, a 2-3-3-3 combination will be ideal for the game.