CTB vs AA Dream11 Prediction, Super Smash: Canterbury Kings vs Auckland Aces Fantasy XI, Captain & Vice-Captain Choices

CTB vs AA Dream11 Prediction: The Canterbury Kings are set to face the Auckland Aces in the 11th match of the Super Smash T20 2024-25 at the picturesque Hagley Oval, Christchurch, on Friday, January 10, 2025, at 10:25 AM IST. Both teams are determined to secure vital points as they aim to improve their standings in the tournament.

While the Canterbury Kings have faced a challenging start, languishing at the bottom of the table with three consecutive losses, the Auckland Aces have shown glimpses of brilliance, securing one win and seeing two of their matches abandoned due to weather. The clash promises to be an enthralling encounter, with star players like Martin Guptill and Henry Shipley looking to shine on the big stage.

Match Information

• Date: Friday, January 10, 2025
• Time: 10:25 AM IST
• Venue: Hagley Oval, Christchurch
• Broadcast: FanCode
• Live Stream: Available on FanCode

Pitch and Weather Conditions

The pitch at Hagley Oval is known for its balanced nature, offering consistent bounce and good carry. While pacers might get some assistance early on, spinners are expected to find some turn. A par score would be over 180.

The weather is expected to be partly sunny with temperatures ranging between 19°C and 12°C. There is a 25% chance of rain, so minor interruptions cannot be ruled out.

Canterbury Kings vs Auckland Aces Preview

Canterbury Kings

The Canterbury Kings have struggled this season, losing all three matches and sitting at the bottom of the points table. Despite individual brilliance from players like Matt Boyle (81 runs in the last game) and Henry Shipley (54 runs and 7 wickets in the tournament), they have failed to convert performances into wins.

Auckland Aces

The Auckland Aces (AA), led by Sean Solia, have been impressive despite two rain-affected games. They secured a crucial win over CTB in their last outing, with Martin Guptill and Bevon Jacobs scoring fifties and bowlers Danru Ferns and Jock McKenzie taking three wickets each. With 8 points, they are third on the table.

Key Players

Canterbury Kings:

• Matt Boyle: Scored 136 runs in 3 matches.
• Henry Shipley: Contributed 54 runs and 7 wickets so far.
• Cole McConchie: Key all-rounder with 67 runs and 2 wickets.

Auckland Aces:

• Martin Guptill: Explosive opener with a fifty in the last match.
• Jock McKenzie: 30 runs and 3 wickets in 2 matches.
• Danru Ferns: Picked 3 wickets against CTB in the last encounter.

CTB vs AA Dream11 Prediction

Wicketkeepers:

Cam Fletcher

Batters:

Chad Bowes, Martin Guptill, Matt Boyle, Will O\'Donnell

All-rounders:

Cole McConchie, Sean Solia, Jock McKenzie

Bowlers:

Kyle Jamieson, Henry Shipley, Adithya Ashok

Captain Choices:

Matt Boyle, Martin Guptill

Vice-Captain Choices:

Cole McConchie, Henry Shipley

Team News

No injury updates from either side.

Canterbury Kings vs Auckland Aces Probable Playing XI

Canterbury Kings:

Chad Bowes, Rhys Mariu, Matt Boyle, Cole McConchie, Harry Chamberlain, Michael Rippon, Zakary Foulkes, Ish Sodhi, Kyle Jamieson, Henry Shipley, Michael Rae

Auckland Aces:

Martin Guptill, William O\'Donnell, Michael Sclanders, Sean Solia, Jock McKenzie, Cam Fletcher, Siddesh Dixit, Bevon Jacobs, Adithya Ashok, Danru Ferns, Ben Lister

Canterbury Kings vs Auckland Aces Full Squad

Canterbury Kings:

Angus McKenzie, Cam Paul, Chad Bowes, Cole McConchie, Daryl Mitchell, Ed Nuttall, Fraser Sheat, Henry Nicholls, Henry Shipley, Ish Sodhi, Ken McClure, Kyle Jamieson, Matt Boyle, Matt Henry, Matt Rowe, Michael Rae, Mitchell Hay, Rhys Mariu, Sean Davey, Tom Latham, Will O’Rourke, Zak Foulkes

Auckland Aces:

Martin Guptill, Adithya Ashok, Ben Lister, Bevon Jacobs, Cam Fletcher, Danru Ferns, Harjot Johal, Jock McKenzie, Jordan Sussex, Louis Delport, Mark Chapman, Matthew Gibson, Michael Sclanders, Quinn Sunde, Sean Solia, Simon Keene, William O\'Donnell, Siddesh Dixit