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After winning the toss, Central Districts chose to field, aiming to take advantage of the early assistance expected from the newly prepared pitch in Christchurch.
Match Details
- Match: Canterbury Kings vs Central Districts Stags (Match 7)
- Competition: Dream11 Super Smash 2025–26
- Ground: Hagley Oval, Christchurch
- Date: January 1, 2026
- Start Time: 5:55 PM local time (4:55 AM GMT)
Game Context
The Canterbury Kings are playing at home and come into the match with a strong and confident team. They have experienced New Zealand players like Tom Latham and Henry Nicholls in their batting lineup. Latham is in good form after scoring a quick 75 in the previous match and will try to steady the innings again. In bowling, Canterbury are well supported by the tall and fast Kyle Jamieson and the clever leg-spinner Ish Sodhi, which makes them very hard to beat at home.
The Central Districts Stags, led by Jayden Lennox, will be trying to spoil Canterbury’s plans. They will depend on their fast bowlers to take early wickets. Their batting strength comes from Dane Cleaver, who is currently the top run-scorer in the tournament. With Ajaz Patel handling the spin bowling, the Stags will aim to slow down Canterbury in the middle overs, especially if they can make early breakthroughs.
Confirmed Playing XIs
Canterbury Kings have gone with a familiar combination for this match. Chad Bowes and Tom Latham will open the innings, with Henry Nicholls and Matthew Boyle set to bat in the middle. Skipper Cole McConchie provides all-round support to the side, and Mitchell Hay will handle the wicketkeeping role. Their bowling lineup is headed by the pace of Kyle Jamieson, with Ish Sodhi offering spin, while Fraser Sheat, Michael Rae, and Cameron Paul complete the attack.
For Central Districts Stags, Curtis Heaphy and Will Young are expected to start the batting. Dane Cleaver, who will also keep wickets, forms a strong middle order along with Dean Foxcroft, Josh Clarkson, and William Clark. Angus Schaw and Brett Randell add extra options, while captain Jayden Lennox leads the bowlers, supported by spinner Ajaz Patel and seamer Toby Findlay.
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