The Ford Trophy 2025-26 | 13-Feb-2026 03:00 AM | Hagley Oval
WEL 68/10 (22.2)
CNTBRY 69/2 (11.5)
Canterbury won by 8 wkts
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Henry Nicholls* | 44 | 38 | 9 | 0 | 115.79 |
| Rhys Mariu | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Bowlers | O | M | R | W | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| James Hartshorn* | 3.5 | 1 | 17 | 0 | 4.43 |
| Nathan Smith | 6 | 3 | 27 | 2 | 4.5 |
Last Wicket:Tom Latham c Blundell b Nathan Smith 0(20) - 67/2 in 10.1 ov.
Canterbury vs Wellington
Wellington — Innings 1 (68/10 in 22.2 overs)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jesse Tashkoff c Latham b Fraser Sheat | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 16.67 | |
| Nick Greenwood b Angus McKenzie | 4 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 66.67 | |
| Tim Robinson b Fraser Sheat | 2 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 14.29 | |
| Nick Kelly (c) c Henry Nicholls b Angus McKenzie | 9 | 15 | 2 | 0 | 60 | |
| Muhammad Abbas b Angus McKenzie | 1 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 11.11 | |
| Tom Blundell (wk) c LLB Harper b Michael Rae | 21 | 17 | 2 | 1 | 123.53 | |
| Nathan Smith c Latham b Michael Rae | 14 | 35 | 1 | 1 | 40 | |
| Oscar Jackson c Henry Nicholls b Michael Rae | 4 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 40 | |
| Peter Younghusband not out | 4 | 17 | 1 | 0 | 23.53 | |
| James Hartshorn b Michael Rae | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Liam Dudding b Michael Rae | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 133.33 | |
| Extras | Byes: 1 | Wides: 3 | Total: 4 | |||||
| Total | 68 | 10 wkts, 22.2 overs | ||||
| Yet to Bat | ||||||
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angus McKenzie | 6 | 0 | 23 | 3 | 3.8 |
| Fraser Sheat | 7 | 2 | 20 | 2 | 2.9 |
| Michael Rae | 5.2 | 2 | 15 | 5 | 2.8 |
| LLB Harper | 4 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 2.2 |
Partnerships
| Players | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Tashkoff & Nick Greenwood | 1 | 7 |
| Tim Robinson & Nick Greenwood | 7 | 18 |
| Tim Robinson & Nick Kelly | 4 | 6 |
| Muhammad Abbas & Nick Kelly | 2 | 10 |
| Blundell & Nick Kelly | 23 | 21 |
| Blundell & Nathan Smith | 5 | 12 |
| Oscar Jackson & Nathan Smith | 17 | 27 |
| Younghusband & Nathan Smith | 1 | 22 |
| Younghusband & James Hartshorn | 0 | 2 |
| Younghusband & Liam Dudding | 8 | 9 |
Wickets
| # | Batsman | Over | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jesse Tashkoff | 1.1 | 1 |
| 2 | Nick Greenwood | 4.1 | 8 |
| 3 | Tim Robinson | 5.1 | 12 |
| 4 | Muhammad Abbas | 6.5 | 14 |
| 5 | Nick Kelly | 10.2 | 37 |
| 6 | Tom Blundell | 12.2 | 42 |
| 7 | Oscar Jackson | 16.5 | 59 |
| 8 | Nathan Smith | 20.3 | 60 |
| 9 | James Hartshorn | 20.5 | 60 |
| 10 | Liam Dudding | 22.2 | 68 |
Canterbury — Innings 2 (69/2 in 11.5 overs)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Henry Nicholls (c) not out | 44 | 38 | 9 | 0 | 115.79 | |
| Chad Bowes c Tashkoff b Nathan Smith | 22 | 8 | 5 | 0 | 275 | |
| Tom Latham (wk) c Tom Blundell b Nathan Smith | 0 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Rhys Mariu not out | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Extras | LegByes: 1 | Wides: 2 | Total: 3 | |||||
| Total | 69 | 2 wkts, 11.5 overs | ||||
| Yet to Bat | Matthew Boyle, Mitchell Hay, LLB Harper, Angus McKenzie, Raunaq Kapur, Fraser Sheat, Michael Rae | |||||
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nathan Smith | 6 | 3 | 27 | 2 | 4.5 |
| Liam Dudding | 2 | 0 | 24 | 0 | 12 |
| James Hartshorn | 3.5 | 1 | 17 | 0 | 4.4 |
Partnerships
| Players | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Nicholls & Bowes | 33 | 16 |
| Nicholls & Latham | 34 | 45 |
| Nicholls & Rhys Mariu | 2 | 10 |
Wickets
| # | Batsman | Over | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chad Bowes | 2.4 | 33 |
| 2 | Tom Latham | 10.1 | 67 |
Match Info
| Match | Canterbury vs Wellington |
|---|---|
| Series | The Ford Trophy 2025-26 |
| Time | 13-Feb-2026 03:00 AM |
| Venue | Hagley Oval |
| Live Telecast | FanCode,YouTubeSports |
Match Preview: Canterbury vs Wellington (CNB vs WEL)
Canterbury will face Wellington in a thrilling match on 13-Feb-2026 in The Ford Trophy 2025-26. The match will be played at Hagley Oval at 03:00 AM. Cricket fans can watch the match live on FanCode,YouTubeSports.
Match Overview
Canterbury is known for its strong batting and bowling, while Wellington remains competitive with its recent performances and emerging players. This match is crucial for both teams, as every win can strengthen their position in The Ford Trophy 2025-26.
The pitch at Hagley Oval is generally balanced for both batsmen and bowlers, making this match even more exciting. Canterbury will look to dominate with its experience and strategy, while Wellington will aim for an upset.
What to watch?
- The competition between Canterbury batting and Wellington bowling.
- The bowler's impact on the pitch, especially spinners or fast bowlers.
- The strategies of the two captains and their decisions during the game.
Cricket lovers, get ready for this exciting match! Will Canterbury showcase its strengths, or will Wellington pull off a major upset? Join us live on FanCode,YouTubeSports on 13-Feb-2026 to find out the answer!
