Super Smash T20 2021-22, Match 5: CTB vs CS Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report and Injury Update

Preview:

Canterbury Kings will be up against Central Stags in the 5th match of the Super Smash T20 2021-22 on Friday (December 10). Canterbury Kings didn’t get the expected start to their campaign, as they were defeated by Wellington Firebirds by 27 runs. They failed as a batting unit, which was the main reason behind their downfall.

Coming to Central Stags, they had an impressive start with a 5-wicket win over Otago Volts in their first match. They went with the same flow against Wellington Firebirds and won the battle by a margin of 14 runs. Batting is the forte for Central Stags and their batters need to fire in the upcoming fixtures as well.

Match Details:

Canterbury Kings vs Central Stags, Match 5

Venue: Hagley Oval, Christchurch

Date & Time: 10th December at 11:10 AM IST and 6:40 PM Local Time

Live Streaming: FanCode

Pitch Report:

The pitch at this venue looks to be a neutral one. Both the batters and the bowlers have to be at their best on this wicket. As the game progresses, it is expected to become slower and start assisting the spinners as well.

Probable Playing XIs for CTB vs CS:

Canterbury Kings:

Cam Fletcher (wk), Chad Bowes, Ken McClure, Cole McConchie (c), Henry Shipley, Matt Henry, Will Williams, Ed Nuttall, Jack Boyle, Matt Hay, Blake Coburn

Central Stags:

Dane Cleaver (wk), Tom Bruce (c), Doug Bracewell, Jayden Lennox, Blair Tickner, Ben Wheeler, Christian Leopard, Bayley Wiggins, Greg Hay, Seth Rance, Josh Clarkson

Top picks for CTB vs CS Dream11 Match:

Top Picks – Canterbury Kings

Henry Shipley looked in good touch in the first match against Wellington Firebirds. He scored 25 runs and picked up a wicket as well.

Ed Nuttall had a good time in the first match for Canterbury Kings. He scalped 3 wickets and conceded 31 runs in his 4 overs spell.

Top Picks – Central Stags

Josh Clarkson has shown fearless batting in his last outing against Wellington Firebirds. He scored an unbeaten 71 off just 32 balls, which comprised 3 boundaries and 6 sixes.

Following him, the skipper of Central Stags, Tom Bruce played a calculative knock in the match against Wellington Firebirds. He supported well from the other end and remained unbeaten on 69 runs for his side.

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for CTB vs CS Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Dane Cleaver, Greg Hay, Tom Bruce (C), Jack Boyle, Doug Bracewell, Cole McChonchie, Josh Clarkson, Henry Shipley (VC), Seth Rance, Matt Henry, Ed Nuttall

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for CTB vs CS Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Dane Cleaver, Ken McClure, Chad Bowes, Greg Hay, Tom Bruce, Doug Bracewell, Cole McChonchie (C), Josh Clarkson (VC), Ben Wheeler, Ed Nuttall, Will Williams

Today’s CTB vs CS Probable Winners:

Central Stags are expected 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.