Auckland Aces vs Wellington Firebirds – Round-Robin – Preview & Prediction | 2022-23 New Zealand Super Smash
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THE FACTS
When is Auckland Aces vs Wellington Firebirds taking place? Auckland Aces vs Wellington Firebirds will take place on Friday 20th January, 2023 at 03:10 (UK)
Where is Auckland Aces vs Wellington Firebirds taking place? Auckland Aces vs Wellington Firebirds will take place at Kennards Hire Community Oval in Auckland, New Zealand
Where can I get tickets for Auckland Aces vs Wellington Firebirds? Click here for the latest ticket information for Auckland Aces vs Wellington Firebirds
What TV channel is Auckland Aces vs Wellington Firebirds on in the UK? Auckland Aces vs Wellington Firebirds will be televised live on BT Sport
Where can I stream Auckland Aces vs Wellington Firebirds? BT Sport subscribers can stream Auckland Aces vs Wellington Firebirds live on the BT Sport Player & app
THE LOWDOWN
AUCKLAND ACES
- Auckland Aces come into this match bottom of the table having been victorious just once so far in the competition and are without a win in their last five Super Smash fixtures.
- Despite scoring 191/8 last time out batting first against Central Stags, DLS was not on their side and the Stags took full advantage by getting ahead of the required score after 9.2 overs when the players were taken off due to bad weather not to return.
WELLINGTON FIREBIRDS
- Wellington Firebirds set the pace at the top of the Super Smash table with three wins from their opening three matches, but have since failed to win their last three games, with two defeats sandwiched in-between a washout.
- Having failed to accumulate a score of over 140 across their last two completed fixtures, it’s clear where the Firebirds need to improve, particularly if they find themselves batting first.
THE PREDICTION
Wellington Firebirds will have welcomed the recent break from Super Smash action, giving them the opportunity to reset following their recent blip. Underestimating Auckland Aces would be a grave error when taking into account that for starters, New Zealand international Kyle Jamieson could feature in this encounter as part of his comeback from injury. However, from a strength-in-depth perspective, Wellington Firebirds are superior and this should play a big part in them getting back to winning ways here.
