Match Preview: Wellington Blaze vs Northern Brave Women
The Wellington Blaze and Northern Brave Women will face off in a highly anticipated Women’s Super Smash match on January 30, 2025, at the Basin Reserve in Wellington. Both teams have been in impressive form this season, and the match promises to be a close and exciting contest.
Wellington Blaze’s Recent Matches
Wellington Blaze has won four of their last five matches, with their only defeat coming against Otago Sparks. Amelia Kerr has been in excellent form with the bat, scoring over 30 runs in each of her last three innings. Jess Kerr has also been impressive with the ball, taking multiple wickets in each of her last four matches.
Northern Brave Women’s Recent Matches
Northern Brave Women have also won four of their last five matches, with their only defeat coming against Canterbury Magicians. Chamari Atapattu has been the standout performer for the Brave, scoring over 30 runs in each of her last four innings. Jess Watkin has also been in good form with the ball, taking multiple wickets in each of her last three matches.
Key Players
Wellington Blaze:
* Amelia Kerr (batter)
* Jess Kerr (all-rounder)
* Rebecca Burns (batter)
* Xara Jetly (bowler)
Northern Brave Women:
* Chamari Atapattu (batter)
* Jess Watkin (all-rounder)
* Caitlin Gurrey (batter)
* Marama Downes (bowler)
Match Winner Prediction
Both teams are evenly matched, but Wellington Blaze has a slight edge due to their home advantage.
Captain and Vice-Captain Options
* Captain: Amelia Kerr (Wellington Blaze)
* Vice-Captain: Chamari Atapattu (Northern Brave Women)
Differential Picks
* Maitlan Brown (Wellington Blaze)
* Nensi Patel (Northern Brave Women)
Predicted Lineups
Wellington Blaze:
1. Amelia Kerr
2. Rebecca Burns
3. Sophie Devine
4. Jess Kerr
5. Maitlan Brown
6. Caitlin King
7. Kate Chandler
8. Gemma Sims
9. Georgia Plimmer
10. Xara Jetly
11. Natasha Codyre
Northern Brave Women:
1. Chamari Atapattu
2. Jess Watkin
3. Caitlin Gurrey
4. Nensi Patel
5. Marina Lamplough
6. Amanda Wellington
7. Carol Agafili
8. Sam Barriball
9. Jesse Prasad
10. Marama Downes
11. Holly Topp
Fantasy Cricket Team
1. Amelia Kerr (Wellington Blaze) – Captain
2. Chamari Atapattu (Northern Brave Women) – Vice-Captain
3. Jess Kerr (Wellington Blaze)
4. Caitlin Gurrey (Northern Brave Women)
5. Xara Jetly (Wellington Blaze)
6. Marama Downes (Northern Brave Women)
7. Rebecca Burns (Wellington Blaze)
8. Maitlan Brown (Wellington Blaze)
9. Nensi Patel (Northern Brave Women)
10. Sophie Devine (Wellington Blaze)
11. Natasha Codyre (Wellington Blaze)
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