WF vs AA, Super smash 2025: Dream11 Predictions For Match 20 [Source: @SuperSmashNZ/x.com]
The Wellington Firebirds (WF) will be up against the Auckland Aces (AA) in the 20th 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 Monday, January 20th 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 AA Preview
The Wellington Firebirds lost three games and won two games of the Super Smash T20 2024-25 season so far; they have won the last game against the Otago Volts by 33 runs. Tim Robinson again was excellent with the bat and scored 76 runs from 58 deliveries; Ben Sears was the highest wicket-taker and got 4 wickets in that game. Currently with 8 points on board and a net run rate of +0.045 from five games, the Wellington Firebirds are in the fourth position in the points table.
On the other hand, the Auckland Aces have played six matches so far in this tournament, the most recent one against the Central Stags, and lost that match by 8 wickets, Simon Keene and William O’Donnell was decent with the bat , while there was no noteworthy performances from the bowling section in the last game for the Aces. With 8 points from six games, the Aces are in the fifth position in the points table currently.
WF vs AA Head-to-Head Record in last 10 T20 Matches
Matches | Wellington Firebirds won | Auckland Aces won | No Result |
---|---|---|---|
10 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
WF vs AA Weather And Pitch Report
Factors | Expected Condition |
---|---|
Weather | Partly Sunny |
Pitch | Sporting Wicket |
Weather - According to AccuWeather, the weather will be a blend of sunshine and clouds; breezy in the afternoon. The temperature will be in-between 20°C-13°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
Only 2 matches have been played at the Basin Reserve so far in this tournament, and the one of the match won by the chasing side. The skipper winning the toss will prefer to field first on this ground depending upon the recent records.
WF vs AA Fantasy Cricket Players Stats
Players | Tournament Stats | Fantasy Points |
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Jock McKenzie | 85 Runs and 9 Wickets in 4 Matches | 417 |
Logan van Beek | 33 Runs and 8 Wickets in 5 Matches | 336 |
Tim Robinson | 227 Runs in 4 Matches | 332 |
Peter Younghusband | 24 Runs and 6 Wickets in 5 Matches | 256 |
Danru Ferns | 28 Runs and 7 Wickets in 4 Matches | 252 |
Hot Picks for WF vs AA Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips
Players | Roles |
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Wellington Firebirds | |
Tim Robinson | Batter |
Logan van Beek | All-rounder |
Tom Blundell | Wicketkeeper |
Auckland Aces | |
Sean Solia | All-rounder |
Jock McKenzie | All-rounder |
Simon Keene | All-rounder |
WF vs AA Captain and Vice-captain
Contests | Captain | Vice-captain |
---|---|---|
Small League Contests | Tim Robinson | Logan van Beek |
Head to Head Contests | Ben Sears | Jock McKenzie |
Grand League Contests | Tim Robinson | Jock McKenzie |
WF vs AA Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues
Wicketkeepers: Cam Fletcher
Batters: Tim Robinson, Muhammad Abbas, Nick Kelly
All-rounders: Logan van Beek, Jock McKenzie, Michael Bracewell, William O’Donnell
Bowlers: Ben Sears, Peter Younghusband, James Hartshorn
Captain: Tim Robinson
Vice-captain: Logan van Beek
WF vs AA Fantasy Team for Winner Takes All/ Grand Leagues
Wicketkeepers: Tom Blundell
Batters: Tim Robinson, Bevon Jacobs, Nick Kelly
All-rounders: Logan van Beek, Jock McKenzie, Michael Bracewell, Simon Keene
Bowlers: Ben Sears, Peter Younghusband, Danru Ferns
Captain: Tim Robinson
Vice-captain: Jock McKenzie
WF vs AA Expert Advice
Given the playing conditions and the expected team combinations of the two sides, a 1-3-4-3 combination will be ideal for the game.