OV vs CTB Dream11 Prediction: Fantasy Cricket Tips, Today's Playing 11 and Pitch Report for Super Smash 2024-25, Match 2
The 2nd match of the Super Smash 2024-25 will see Otago Volts (OV) squaring off against Canterbury Kings (CTB) at the Molyneux Park in Alexandra on Friday, December 27. Ahead of this exciting match, here's all you need to know about the OV vs CTB Dream11 Prediction, today's playing 11s, fantasy cricket tips, best player picks and the pitch report.
Canterbury Kings were the joint winner of the 2023 season as the Final match was abandoned due to rain. Otago Volts, on the other hand, had one of the worst seasons as they only won two of their 10 league-stage matches.
These two teams have played 33 head-to-head matches. Canterbury Kings won a total of 20 head-to-head matches while Otago Volts have been victorious in 10 matches. Three matches were abandoned due to rain.
OV vs CTB Match Details
The 2nd match of the Super Smash 2024-25 will be played on December 27 at the Molyneux Park in Alexandra. The game is set to take place at 8:55 AM IST. The live score & commentary of the game can be followed in the Sportskeeda Live Score section.
OV vs CTB, 2nd Match
Date and Time: December 27, 2024, 8:55 AM IST
Venue: Molyneux Park, Alexandra
Pitch Report
The pitch at Molyneux Park in Alexandra is good for batters. The team winning the toss should look to bat first and try to score a lot of runs. Fans can expect a good scoring match in both the innings.
OV vs CTB Form Guide
OV - Will be playing their first match
CTB - Will be playing their first match
OV vs CTB Probable Playing XI
OV Playing XI
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Max Chu (wk), Dale Phillips, Jamal Todd, Llew Johnson, Leo Carter, Ben Lockrose, Dean Foxcroft, Glenn Phillips, Andrew Hazeldine, Jake Gibson, Zac Cumming, Jacob Duffy
CTB Playing XI
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Mitchell Hay (wk), Ken McClure, Tom Latham, Henry Nicholls, Daryl Mitchell, Cole McConchie, Michael Rippon, William O’Rourke, Kyle Jamieson, Matt Henry, Ish Sodhi, Sean Davey, Ed Nuttall
OV vs CTB Dream11 Match Top Picks
Wicket-keeper
Tom Latham
Tom Latham is no doubt the best wicket-keeper pick for today's match. He is expected to bat in the top order and was in exceptional form in the recent franchise matches. Max Chu is another good wicket-keeper option for today's nail-biting match.
Batters
Daryl Mitchell
Henry Nicholls and Daryl Mitchell are the two best batter picks for today's Dream11 team. Daryl Mitchell is a hard hitter who can score a lot of runs at this venue. He has an excellent head-to-head record against Otago Volts. Dale Phillips is another good batter for today's match.
All-rounders
Glenn Phillips
Michael Rippon and Glenn Phillips are the best all-rounder picks for the Dream11 team. Both players are crucial for today's match. Glenn Phillips will bat in the top order and bowl a good quota of overs in today's match. Dean Foxcroft is another good all-rounder for today's match.
Bowlers
Matt Henry
The top bowler picks for today's Dream11 team are Jacob Duffy and Matt Henry. Both the pacers can take a lot of wickets at this venue. Matt Henry has an exceptional venue record and can take a lot of wickets in today's match. Ish Sodhi is another good bowler for today's match.
OV vs CTB match captain and vice-captain choices
Glenn Phillips
Glenn Phillips is the most crucial pick from Otago Volts as the pitch is expected to support both bowlers and batters. He will bat in the top order and bowl a good number of overs in today's match. His spin bowling might be crucial in middle overs.
Daryl Mitchell
Daryl Mitchell is one of the most crucial picks from the Canterbury Kings squad. He is in top notch form and can once again perform well at this venue. He is expected to bat in the top order and was in great form both in international and franchise cricket.
5 Must-Picks for OV vs CTB, 2nd Match
Matt Henry
Daryl Mitchell
Michael Rippon
Glenn Phillips
Tom Latham
Otago Volts vs Canterbury Kings Match Expert Tips
As the pitch is expected to be well-balanced, it is advisable to make a team keeping that in mind. Making hard hitters or all-rounders the captain or vice-captain is the best way to gain maximum points and win grand leagues in today's match.
Otago Volts vs Canterbury Kings Dream11 Prediction Today, Head-to-head
Wicket-keeper: T Latham
Batters: D Mitchell, D Phillips, H Nicholls
All-rounders: M Rippon, G Phillips, D Foxcroft, C McConchie
Bowlers: M Henry, J Duffy, I Sodhi
Otago Volts vs Canterbury Kings Dream11 Prediction Today, Grand League
Wicket-keeper: T Latham
Batters: D Mitchell, H Nicholls
All-rounders: M Rippon, G Phillips, D Foxcroft, J Gibson
Bowlers: M Henry, J Duffy, W O'Rourke, K Jamieson