WF vs AA Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Updates For Match 27 of The Ford Trophy 2023-24
Auckland Aces are currently struggling with three consecutive losses this season.
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Wellington Firebird and Auckland Aces are set to clash in the 27th match of the Ford Trophy 2023-24 at Basin Reserve in Wellington on February 14. Wellington, aiming to break into the top two position with their momentum, lost their last game and will look to bounce back with a victory. On the other hand, Auckland Aces, currently struggling with three consecutive losses in this season, will aim to regain their winning form and climb up the points table.
In their last game, Wellington failed to chase down the total of 227 as they were bowled out for 211 runs in 48.1 overs. Troy Johnson top-scored with 83 runs off 109 balls, while Nathan Smith contributed with 37 runs. However, the rest of the batting lineup failed to make significant contributions, resulting in a 15-run loss.
Auckland, in their last game, were bundled out for 233 runs. Openers George Worker scored 56 runs and Cole Briggs provided a solid start with a partnership of 90 runs for the first wicket. However, they faltered from 115/1 to 150/7. William O'Donnell and Louis Delport made some valuable contributions in the match.
Match Information
Auckland vs Wellington, 25th match
The Ford Trophy, 13 Feb 2024, Tue, 3:00 AM IST, Cello Basin Reserve
Live Stream
New Zealand Cricket YouTube Channel
Weather Report
Clouds
26.7°C
62% (Humidity)
Team Form (Last 5 matches)
Probable Playing XI
Auckland Aces
CD Fletcher (wk), Cole Briggs, RR O'Donnell (C), Ryan Harrison, WT O'Donnell, Finn Allen, BG Lister, L Delport, Jock McKenzie, MS Chapman, Angus
Bench : Quinn Sunde, Simon Keene, SM Solia, GH Worker, H Johal, D Ferns, Adithya Ashok, Matthew Gibson, Y Zeb, N Perera, James Neesham
Wellington Firebirds
Nathan Smith, Jesse Tashkoff, AF Milne, Ben Sears, Nick Greenwood, Peter Younghusband, NF Kelly (C), Gareth Severin, Callum McLachlan (wk), Troy Johnson, Logan van Beek
Bench : Devon Conway, Tom Blundell, Michael Bracewell, Ian McPeake, Michael Snedden, Muhammad Abbas, Rachin Ravindra, James Hartshorn, Tim Robinson, Ollie Newton, Adam Leonard
Injury and availability news
Pitch Report
65%
Pace Bowling
35%
Spin Bowling
60%
Batting Pitch
260
Average Score
40%
Bowling Pitch
Player Picks
Finn Allen AUK | BAT
Finn Allen is an excellent choice for the captaincy role for your fantasy team. He has smashed 387 runs in this tournament.
Robert O'Donnell AUK | BAT
Robert O’Donnell has smashed 291 runs at an average of 48.50 in this tournament. He will be a top pick for this match.
Avoid Having These Players In Your Fantasy Sports Team
Quinn Sunde
AUK | WK
Subde struggled to put up an impactful performance in the last game and can be avoided for this match.
Angus Oliver
AUK | BOWL
Oliver has struggled to deliver an impactful performance in the last few games, so it might be advisable to avoid selecting him for this match.
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