Super Smash 2025-26 | 26-Dec-2025 06:40 AM | Seddon Park
AKL 201/8 (20) CRR: 10.05
AKL
No result due to rain
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adithya Ashok* | 9 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 150 |
| Angus Olliver | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100 |
| Bowlers | O | M | R | W | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zak Gibson* | 3 | 0 | 25 | 2 | 8.33 |
| Brett Hampton | 3 | 0 | 17 | 1 | 5.67 |
Last Wicket:Ryan Harrison b Hampton 2(3) - 195/8 in 19.1 ov.
Northern Knights vs Auckland
Auckland — Innings 1 (201/8 in 20 overs)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dale Phillips c Kristian Clarke b Matthew Fisher | 33 | 21 | 4 | 1 | 157.14 | |
| Simon Keene c Tim Pringle b Kuggeleijn | 8 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 80 | |
| Martin Guptill c Hampton b Zak Gibson | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 60 | |
| Bevon Jacobs hit wkt b Zak Gibson | 55 | 31 | 3 | 4 | 177.42 | |
| Lachlan Stackpole c Kuggeleijn b Tim Pringle | 46 | 23 | 4 | 4 | 200 | |
| Cam Fletcher (wk) c Katene D Clarke b Tim Pringle | 11 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 110 | |
| Sean Solia (c) run out (Kuggeleijn) | 16 | 9 | 2 | 1 | 177.78 | |
| Ryan Harrison b Hampton | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 66.67 | |
| Adithya Ashok not out | 9 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 150 | |
| Angus Olliver not out | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100 | |
| Extras | Byes: 2 | LegByes: 9 | Wides: 5 | Total: 16 | |||||
| Total | 201 | 8 wkts, 20 overs | ||||
| Yet to Bat | Rohit Gulati | |||||
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matthew Fisher | 4 | 0 | 37 | 1 | 9.2 |
| Scott Kuggeleijn | 3 | 0 | 44 | 1 | 14.7 |
| Kristian Clarke | 3 | 0 | 36 | 0 | 12 |
| Zak Gibson | 3 | 0 | 25 | 2 | 8.3 |
| Tim Pringle | 4 | 0 | 31 | 2 | 7.8 |
| Brett Hampton | 3 | 0 | 17 | 1 | 5.7 |
Partnerships
| Players | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Dale Phillips & Keene | 28 | 20 |
| Dale Phillips & Guptill | 16 | 10 |
| Dale Phillips & Bevon Jacobs | 18 | 13 |
| Lachlan Stackpole & Bevon Jacobs | 59 | 32 |
| Cam Fletcher & Bevon Jacobs | 21 | 13 |
| Solia & Bevon Jacobs | 22 | 13 |
| Ryan Harrison & Bevon Jacobs | 24 | 9 |
| Ryan Harrison & Adithya Ashok | 7 | 5 |
| Angus Olliver & Adithya Ashok | 6 | 5 |
Wickets
| # | Batsman | Over | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Simon Keene | 3.2 | 28 |
| 2 | Martin Guptill | 4.6 | 44 |
| 3 | Dale Phillips | 7.1 | 62 |
| 4 | Lachlan Stackpole | 12.3 | 121 |
| 5 | Cam Fletcher | 14.4 | 142 |
| 6 | Sean Solia | 16.5 | 164 |
| 7 | Bevon Jacobs | 18.2 | 188 |
| 8 | Ryan Harrison | 19.1 | 195 |
Match Info
| Match | Northern Knights vs Auckland |
|---|---|
| Series | Super Smash 2025-26 |
| Time | 26-Dec-2025 06:40 AM |
| Venue | Seddon Park Hamilton |
| Seating Capacity | 10000 |
| Live Telecast | FanCode |
Match Preview: Northern Knights vs Auckland (NB vs AA)
Northern Knights will face Auckland in a thrilling match on 26-Dec-2025 in Super Smash 2025-26. The match will be played at Seddon Park at 06:40 AM. Cricket fans can watch the match live on FanCode.
Seddon Park Pitch Report for NB vs AA Match 1 Match
- Batting Paradise: The pitches at Seddon Park are typically true, flat, and well-grassed, offering even bounce that allows stroke-makers to play through the line.
- Short Boundaries: The venue features notably shorter straight and square boundaries compared to other New Zealand grounds. This makes it a high-yielding ground for boundaries (fours and sixes), often forcing bowlers into defensive lengths early in the innings.
- Pace vs. Spin: Historically, pace bowlers find more success here in terms of raw wicket-taking metrics (capturing roughly 68% of the wickets), utilizing extra bounce or variations. Spinners generally maintain similar economy rates (~9.0 rpo) but rarely extract massive turn from the surface unless it wears down.
Seddon Park Weather Report Today
Weather in Hamilton, CA is rainy. The temperature is expected to around 5°C on the match day with 96% humidity and 11.6 km/h wind speed. And the visibility is 4 KM. There are 50% chances of precipitation during the game.
Match Overview
Northern Knights is known for its strong batting and bowling, while Auckland remains competitive with its recent performances and emerging players. This match is crucial for both teams, as every win can strengthen their position in Super Smash 2025-26.
The pitch at Seddon Park is generally balanced for both batsmen and bowlers, making this match even more exciting. Northern Knights will look to dominate with its experience and strategy, while Auckland will aim for an upset.
What to watch?
- The competition between Northern Knights batting and Auckland 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 Northern Knights showcase its strengths, or will Auckland pull off a major upset? Join us live on FanCode on 26-Dec-2025 to find out the answer!
