Super Smash 2025-26 | 18-Jan-2026 08:55 AM | University Oval
NK 231/3 (20)
OTG 200/8 (20)
Northern Knights won by 31 runs
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jake Gibson* | 35 | 18 | 1 | 3 | 194.44 |
| Danru Ferns | 4 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 66.67 |
| Bowlers | O | M | R | W | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scott Kuggeleijn* | 3 | 0 | 24 | 3 | 8 |
| Brett Hampton | 4 | 0 | 41 | 1 | 10.25 |
Last Wicket:Zac Cumming c Ollie White b Kuggeleijn 4(2) - 193/8 in 18.3 ov.
Otago vs Northern Knights
Northern Knights — Innings 1 (231/3 in 20 overs)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Katene D Clarke not out | 100 | 54 | 6 | 7 | 185.19 | |
| Brett Hampton b Ben Lockrose | 53 | 32 | 4 | 3 | 165.62 | |
| Joe Carter c Jake Gibson b Troy Johnson | 22 | 13 | 2 | 1 | 169.23 | |
| Robert ODonnell (c) c Jake Gibson b Ferns | 41 | 19 | 1 | 4 | 215.79 | |
| Scott Kuggeleijn not out | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100 | |
| Extras | Byes: 4 | LegByes: 1 | Wides: 8 | Total: 13 | |||||
| Total | 231 | 3 wkts, 20 overs | ||||
| Yet to Bat | Xavier Bell, Ben Pomare (wk), Tim Pringle, Ollie White, Zak Gibson, Matthew Fisher | |||||
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matthew Bacon | 4 | 0 | 50 | 0 | 12.5 |
| Ben Lockrose | 4 | 0 | 48 | 1 | 12 |
| Danru Ferns | 4 | 0 | 35 | 1 | 8.8 |
| Jake Gibson | 4 | 0 | 49 | 0 | 12.2 |
| Zac Cumming | 2 | 0 | 26 | 0 | 13 |
| Troy Johnson | 2 | 0 | 18 | 1 | 9 |
Partnerships
| Players | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Katene D Clarke & Hampton | 91 | 54 |
| Katene D Clarke & Joe Carter | 38 | 22 |
| Katene D Clarke & Robert ODonnell | 93 | 40 |
| Katene D Clarke & Kuggeleijn | 9 | 4 |
Wickets
| # | Batsman | Over | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brett Hampton | 8.6 | 91 |
| 2 | Joe Carter | 12.4 | 129 |
| 3 | Robert ODonnell | 19.2 | 222 |
Otago — Innings 2 (200/8 in 20 overs)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacob Cumming b Zak Gibson | 38 | 21 | 5 | 2 | 180.95 | |
| Jamal Todd c Zak Gibson b Kuggeleijn | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Max Chu (c) (wk) c and b Matthew Fisher | 37 | 19 | 4 | 2 | 194.74 | |
| Jack Boyle c Ben Pomare b Zak Gibson | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Troy Johnson c Hampton b Zak Gibson | 66 | 34 | 4 | 5 | 194.12 | |
| Ruben Clinton c Xavier Bell b Hampton | 8 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 80 | |
| Jake Gibson not out | 35 | 18 | 1 | 3 | 194.44 | |
| Ben Lockrose c Matthew Fisher b Kuggeleijn | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 133.33 | |
| Zac Cumming c Ollie White b Kuggeleijn | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 200 | |
| Danru Ferns not out | 4 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 66.67 | |
| Extras | LegByes: 2 | Wides: 2 | Total: 4 | |||||
| Total | 200 | 8 wkts, 20 overs | ||||
| Yet to Bat | Matthew Bacon | |||||
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matthew Fisher | 4 | 1 | 34 | 1 | 8.5 |
| Scott Kuggeleijn | 3 | 0 | 24 | 3 | 8 |
| Tim Pringle | 4 | 0 | 50 | 0 | 12.5 |
| Brett Hampton | 4 | 0 | 41 | 1 | 10.2 |
| Ollie White | 1 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| Zak Gibson | 4 | 0 | 35 | 3 | 8.8 |
Partnerships
| Players | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Jacob Cumming & Jamal Todd | 12 | 12 |
| Jacob Cumming & Max Chu | 64 | 31 |
| Jack Boyle & Max Chu | 0 | 2 |
| Troy Johnson & Max Chu | 12 | 9 |
| Troy Johnson & Ruben Clinton | 21 | 18 |
| Troy Johnson & Jake Gibson | 71 | 33 |
| Lockrose & Jake Gibson | 9 | 4 |
| Zac Cumming & Jake Gibson | 4 | 2 |
| Ferns & Jake Gibson | 7 | 9 |
Wickets
| # | Batsman | Over | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jamal Todd | 1.6 | 12 |
| 2 | Jacob Cumming | 7.1 | 76 |
| 3 | Jack Boyle | 7.3 | 76 |
| 4 | Max Chu | 8.6 | 88 |
| 5 | Ruben Clinton | 11.6 | 109 |
| 6 | Troy Johnson | 17.3 | 180 |
| 7 | Ben Lockrose | 18.1 | 189 |
| 8 | Zac Cumming | 18.3 | 193 |
Match Info
| Match | Otago vs Northern Knights |
|---|---|
| Series | Super Smash 2025-26 |
| Time | 18-Jan-2026 08:55 AM |
| Venue | University Oval Dunedin |
| Seating Capacity | 6000 |
| Live Telecast | FanCode |
Match Preview: Otago vs Northern Knights (OV vs NB)
Otago will face Northern Knights in a thrilling match on 18-Jan-2026 in Super Smash 2025-26. The match will be played at University Oval at 08:55 AM. Cricket fans can watch the match live on FanCode.
University Oval Pitch Report for OV vs NB Match 22 Match
Historically, the pitch at the University Oval has been a little dry. However, with New Zealand's intention to make things difficult for Pakistan's much-vaunted fast bowling attack with their flat pitches, the ground could turn out to be another batting paradise with a surface offering perfect bounce between the short boundaries.
University Oval Weather Report Today
Weather in Dunedin, NZ is clean. The temperature is expected to around 17°C on the match day with 58% humidity and 5.0 km/h wind speed. And the visibility is 10 KM. There are no chances of precipitation during the game.
Match Overview
Otago is known for its strong batting and bowling, while Northern Knights 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 University Oval is generally balanced for both batsmen and bowlers, making this match even more exciting. Otago will look to dominate with its experience and strategy, while Northern Knights will aim for an upset.
What to watch?
- The competition between Otago batting and Northern Knights 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 Otago showcase its strengths, or will Northern Knights pull off a major upset? Join us live on FanCode on 18-Jan-2026 to find out the answer!
