Super Smash 2025-26 | 15-Jan-2026 08:55 AM | University Oval
WEL 132/7 (16)
OTG 136/5 (15.4)
Otago won by 5 wkts
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jake Gibson* | 16 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 228.57 |
| Ben Lockrose | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 100 |
| Bowlers | O | M | R | W | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Logan van Beek* | 2.4 | 0 | 46 | 0 | 17.25 |
| James Hartshorn | 4 | 0 | 17 | 3 | 4.25 |
Last Wicket:Troy Johnson c Oscar Jackson b James Hartshorn 19(8) - 118/5 in 14.1 ov.
Otago vs Wellington
Wellington — Innings 1 (132/7 in 16 overs)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tim Robinson c Jack Boyle b Ben Lockrose | 7 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 100 | |
| Tom Blundell (c) c Jacob Duffy b Jake Gibson | 47 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 134.29 | |
| Gareth Severin b Ben Lockrose | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Muhammad Abbas c Troy Johnson b Bacon | 20 | 17 | 1 | 0 | 117.65 | |
| Jesse Tashkoff c Jacob Duffy b Zac Cumming | 24 | 12 | 0 | 3 | 200 | |
| Oscar Jackson not out | 16 | 12 | 1 | 1 | 133.33 | |
| Callum McLachlan (wk) b Jacob Duffy | 13 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 185.71 | |
| Logan van Beek run out (Jake Gibson/Max Chu) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100 | |
| Peter Younghusband not out | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 200 | |
| Extras | Wides: 2 | Total: 2 | |||||
| Total | 132 | 7 wkts, 16 overs | ||||
| Yet to Bat | Ben Sears, James Hartshorn | |||||
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacob Duffy | 3 | 0 | 24 | 1 | 8 |
| Ben Lockrose | 4 | 1 | 24 | 2 | 6 |
| Matthew Bacon | 3 | 0 | 24 | 1 | 8 |
| Zac Cumming | 3 | 0 | 33 | 1 | 11 |
| Jake Gibson | 3 | 0 | 27 | 1 | 9 |
Partnerships
| Players | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Tim Robinson & Blundell | 19 | 19 |
| Gareth Severin & Blundell | 0 | 4 |
| Muhammad Abbas & Blundell | 57 | 39 |
| Tashkoff & Blundell | 4 | 6 |
| Tashkoff & Oscar Jackson | 22 | 10 |
| McLachlan & Oscar Jackson | 27 | 16 |
| van Beek & Oscar Jackson | 1 | 1 |
| Younghusband & Oscar Jackson | 2 | 1 |
Wickets
| # | Batsman | Over | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tim Robinson | 3.1 | 19 |
| 2 | Gareth Severin | 3.5 | 19 |
| 3 | Muhammad Abbas | 10.2 | 76 |
| 4 | Tom Blundell | 11.2 | 80 |
| 5 | Jesse Tashkoff | 12.6 | 102 |
| 6 | Callum McLachlan | 15.4 | 129 |
| 7 | Logan van Beek | 15.5 | 130 |
Otago — Innings 2 (136/5 in 15.4 overs)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacob Cumming c Tom Blundell b James Hartshorn | 45 | 33 | 6 | 1 | 136.36 | |
| Jamal Todd b James Hartshorn | 11 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 73.33 | |
| Max Chu (c) (wk) b Ben Sears | 12 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 85.71 | |
| Jack Boyle c Ben Sears b Younghusband | 7 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 53.85 | |
| Troy Johnson c Oscar Jackson b James Hartshorn | 19 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 237.5 | |
| Jake Gibson not out | 16 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 228.57 | |
| Ben Lockrose not out | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 100 | |
| Extras | Byes: 10 | LegByes: 3 | Wides: 9 | Total: 22 | |||||
| Total | 136 | 5 wkts, 15.4 overs | ||||
| Yet to Bat | Llew Johnson, Zac Cumming, Jacob Duffy, Matthew Bacon | |||||
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Logan van Beek | 2.4 | 0 | 46 | 0 | 17.2 |
| James Hartshorn | 4 | 0 | 17 | 3 | 4.2 |
| Ben Sears | 3 | 0 | 29 | 1 | 9.7 |
| Jesse Tashkoff | 3 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 3.7 |
| Peter Younghusband | 3 | 0 | 20 | 1 | 6.7 |
Partnerships
| Players | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Jacob Cumming & Jamal Todd | 73 | 42 |
| Jacob Cumming & Max Chu | 5 | 9 |
| Jack Boyle & Max Chu | 18 | 23 |
| Jack Boyle & Troy Johnson | 18 | 7 |
| Jake Gibson & Troy Johnson | 4 | 4 |
| Jake Gibson & Lockrose | 18 | 9 |
Wickets
| # | Batsman | Over | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jamal Todd | 6.6 | 73 |
| 2 | Jacob Cumming | 8.3 | 78 |
| 3 | Max Chu | 12.2 | 96 |
| 4 | Jack Boyle | 13.3 | 114 |
| 5 | Troy Johnson | 14.1 | 118 |
Match Info
| Match | Otago vs Wellington |
|---|---|
| Series | Super Smash 2025-26 |
| Time | 15-Jan-2026 08:55 AM |
| Venue | University Oval |
| Live Telecast | FanCode |
Match Preview: Otago vs Wellington (OV vs WEL)
Otago will face Wellington in a thrilling match on 15-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.
Match Overview
Otago 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 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 Wellington will aim for an upset.
What to watch?
- The competition between Otago 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 Otago showcase its strengths, or will Wellington pull off a major upset? Join us live on FanCode on 15-Jan-2026 to find out the answer!
