Match Preview: Auckland Hearts vs Otago Sparks
The Auckland Hearts and Otago Sparks will face off in the 23rd match of the Women’s Super Smash on January 23, 2025, at Eden Park Outer Oval (Auckland). The match is expected to be a close contest, with both teams having a strong chance of winning.
Auckland Hearts’ Recent Matches
Auckland Hearts have had a mixed run of form in their last five matches, winning two and losing three. Their most recent match was a 13-run loss to Wellington Blaze, with Lauren Down (35 runs) and Maddy Green (48 runs) being the top performers.
Otago Sparks’ Recent Matches
Otago Sparks, on the other hand, have been in good form, winning four of their last five matches. Their most recent match was a 7-wicket win over Wellington Blaze, with Caitlin Blakely (52 runs) and Suzie Bates (36 runs) being the top performers.
Key Players
Auckland Hearts:
* Maddy Green (batter)
* Brooke Halliday (batter)
* Lauren Down (batter)
* Fran Jonas (bowler)
* Molly Penfold (bowler)
Otago Sparks:
* Suzie Bates (batter)
* Caitlin Blakely (batter)
* Olivia Gain (batter)
* Eden Carson (bowler)
* Kirstie Gordon (bowler)
Match Winner Prediction:
Otago Sparks are the favorites to win this match based on their recent form.
Captain and Vice-Captain Options:
* Captain: Suzie Bates (Otago Sparks)
* Vice-Captain: Maddy Green (Auckland Hearts)
Differential Picks:
* Bella James (Otago Sparks)
* Amie Hucker (Auckland Hearts)
Predicted Lineups:
Auckland Hearts:
* Izzy Gaze
* Saachi Shahri
* Maddy Green
* Brooke Halliday
* Lauren Down
* Prue Catton
* Bella Armstrong
* Cate Pedersen
* Lauren Down
* Brooke Halliday
* Anika Todd
* Kate Irwin
* Josie Penfold
* Amie Hucker
* Fran Jonas
* Molly Penfold
* Olivia Anderson
* Bree Illing
* Rishika Jaswal
* Sophie Court
Otago Sparks:
* Polly Inglis
* Suzie Bates
* Bella James
* Olivia Gain
* Caitlin Blakely
* Saffron Wilson
* Anna Browning
* Isy Parry
* Felicity Leydon-Davis
* Paige Loggenberg
* Emma Black
* Hayley Jensen
* Eden Carson
* Harriett Cuttance
* Chloe Deerness
* Molly Loe
* Poppy Jay Watkins
* Louisa KotKamp
* Kirstie Gordon
Fantasy Cricket Team:
* Wicketkeeper: Kate Irwin (Auckland Hearts)
* Batsman: Suzie Bates (Otago Sparks)
* Batsman: Maddy Green (Auckland Hearts)
* All-rounder: Caitlin Blakely (Otago Sparks)
* Bowler: Eden Carson (Otago Sparks)
* Bowler: Fran Jonas (Auckland Hearts)
* Bowler: Kirstie Gordon (Otago Sparks)
* Batsman: Bella James (Otago Sparks)
* Batsman: Brooke Halliday (Auckland Hearts)
* All-rounder: Amie Hucker (Auckland Hearts)
* Bowler: Molly Penfold (Auckland Hearts)
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