CKI vs NOR Prediction, 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket Tips: Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Update – Plunket Shield 2020-21, Match 9

Match Details:

The 9th match of the Plunket Shield 2020-21 will be played between Canterbury and Northern Districts at the Mainpower Oval, Rangiora on Thursday.

This match is scheduled to start at 10:30 AM Local Time (03:00 AM IST) (09:30 PM UTC – 4 November 2020).

Preview:

Canterbury have had a dream start to their 2020-21 Plunket Shield campaign. They have played 2 games, both against Wellington. Not only have they won both the games, but they have done it in style. Thanks to their brilliant start, they find themselves at the top of the table.

Their next opposition, Northern Districts did not have as great a start. They lost their opening game by 7 wickets against Central Districts. However, they regrouped themselves well and pulled off a 90-run victory in their last game against Otago. They will be eager to cash in on the momentum they gained from that win.

CKI vs NOR Weather Report for Match 9:

We can expect the sun to shine for three days, but it not looking very bright for Day 2 and Day 4’s play. The temperature is expected to be around 25 degrees Celsius. 

Pitch Condition/Report:

This venue has not hosted a Plunket Shield game in this season. Canterbury played a T20 game here some time ago, where the pitch showed its balanced nature.

Average first innings score:

NA

Injury and Availability News:

Ed Nuttall is nursing a side strain and will not be available. Canterbury has names Jackson Latham as his replacement.

Neil Wagner, Tim Southee and Colin de Grandhomme are out with niggles. Northern Districts have named Brett Randell, Brett Hampton & Anurag Verma as replacements.

CKI vs NOR Today’s Probable Playing XIs:

Canterbury:

Tom Latham, Chad Bowes, Kem McClure, Cole McConchie, Daryl Mitchell, Leo Carter, Cam Fletcher, Theo van Woerkom, Will Williams, Sean Davey, Fraser Sheat.

Bench:

Tyler Lortan, Jack Boyle, Jackson Latham.

Northern Districts:

Brett Hampton, Jeet Raval, BJ Watling, Scott Kuggeleijn, Ish Sodhi, Joe Carter, Henry Cooper, Katene Clarke, James Baker, Brett Randell, Brett Hampton.

Bench:

Anurag Verma

CKI vs NOR Top Picks for Today’s 11Wickets Match:

Joe Carter has been brilliant for the Northern Districts in this tournament so far. He has scored 226 at a staggering average of 113. He has one century and one half-century to his credit.

Daryl Mitchell has scored 129 runs, which includes a brilliant century. He has also picked up 8 wickets, which makes him a must-pick for both of your 11Wickets Fantasy teams.

Jeet Raval has scored 92 runs from 2 games, with an average of over 30. He also has a half-century to his name.

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:

Captain Options – Daryl Mitchell, Joe Carter

Vice-Captain Options – Jeet Raval, Tom Latham

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for CKI vs NOR 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper – BJ Watling, Tom Latham (vc)

Batters – Henry Cooper, Joe Carter, Jeet Raval

All-Rounders – Fraser Sheat, Cole McConchie, Daryl Mitchell (c)

Bowlers – Theo van Woerkom, Will Williams, Scott Kuggeleijn

12th Man – Brett Hampton

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for CKI vs NOR 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper –  Tom Latham 

Batters – Jeet Raval (vc), Joe Carter (c), Leo Carter, Chad Bowes

All-Rounders – Cole McConchie, Brett Hampton, Daryl Mitchell

Bowlers – Will Williams, Brett Randell, Scott Kuggeleijn

12th Man – Fraser Sheat

Expert Advice:

Tom Latham has aggregated 145 runs, with an average of over 45. He has one half-century to his name. Given his experience, Latham should not be a poor pick for vice-captaincy.

Today’s CKI vs NOR Probable Winners:

Canterbury are predicted to win this match.

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Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.