In a much-awaited confrontation, the Otago Volts are ready to take on the Northern Knights in the 30th game of the Super Smash 2023-24 season. The duel is set to unfold at the renowned University Oval in Dunedin.
As the tournament proceeds, both teams are in difficult positions, occupying the last two slots on the points table. The Otago Volts currently occupy the fifth position, while the Northern Knights are just below them in sixth place.
With the crucial stages of the tournament approaching, this match becomes pivotal for both teams to assert their claim for a higher rank in the standings.
Super Smash 2023-24, Match 30:
- Date and time: January 22, 08:30 am IST/ 03:00 am GMT/ 04:00 pm local
- Venue: University Oval, Dunedin
University Oval Pitch Overview:
The pitch at University Oval is famous for its tendency to favor batters, providing ample opportunities for them to amass significant runs. However, the track does offer some support in the early phases of the game for pacers. As the match progresses, spinners may also play a critical role. Opting to bat first seems to be an optimal decision at this venue.
OV versus ND Dream11 Squad Prediction:
- Wicketkeeper: Max Chu
- Batsmen: Hamish Rutherford, Jeet Raval, Katene Clarke
- All-rounders: Dean Foxcroft, Scott Kuggelein, Jake Gibson, Bett Hampton
- Bowlers: Jacob Duffy, Travis Muller, Tim Pringle
OV versus ND Dream11 Squad Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:
Selection 1: Jake Gibson (c), Scott Kuggelein (vc)
Selection 2: Hamish Rutherford (c), Jeet Raval (vc)
Also READ: Super Smash 2023-24 – Date, Schedule, Venue, Match Timings and Live Streaming details
OV versus ND Dream11 Squad Prediction Substitutes:
Matthew Fisher, Zak Gibson, Ben Lockrose, Andrew Hazeldine
OV versus ND Dream11 Squad for today’s game (January 23, 03:00 am GMT):
Squads:
Otago Volts: Hamish Rutherford, Luke Georgeson, Dean Foxcroft(c), Max Chu(w), Thorn Parkes, Jake Gibson, Jamal Todd, Ben Lockrose, Andrew Hazeldine, Travis Muller, Jacob Duffy, Ollie White
Northern Knights: Katene Clarke, Henry Cooper, Jeet Raval(c), Brett Hampton, Flynn Sumpter, Peter Bocock(w), Scott Kuggeleijn, Tim Pringle, Kristian Clarke, Frederick Walker, Matthew Fisher, Zak Gibson
