NDS (Northern Knights) vs CKI (Canterbury) Match Prediction
NDS
40%
Chance of Winning
CKI
60%
T20
Seddon Park
Facts:
- With 180 runs, Jeet Raval is the leading run scorer for Northern Knights this season.
- With 213 runs, Henry Nicholls is the leading run scorer for Canterbury in this tournament.
Northern Knights vs Canterbury Chance of Winning
Canterbury had a phenomenal start to the campaign as they had one loss in the first five games. In the second half of the campaign they have failed to replicate the form as they have lost two of the last three games and with 16 points are currently fourth on the table, four points off the Central Districts who currently hold the final playoff spot. In the last game, they were swept aside by Wellington as they lost the game by 21 runs.
Northern Knights have had a torrid campaign thus far after winning the opening game of the season, Northern Knights lost five games on the bounce but managed to stop the rut in the last game as they upset the odds against Wellington and won the game with seven wickets to spare. With eight points in seven matches, Northern Knights are currently sixth on the table. As per our calculations, Canterbury are favourites in the upcoming game.
- Northern Knights’s chances of winning - 40%
- Canterbury’s chances of winning - 60%
Northern Knights vs Canterbury Prediction & Betting Tips 2023
Chad Bowes has had an underwhelming campaign thus far and has failed to find his footing so far in this tournament. In the six games thus far, Bowes has failed to score 1, 2, 4, 7, 16 and 6 averaging 6.16 which showcases his struggles thus far. We believe Bowes would struggle once again in the upcoming game against Wellington and would score low once again.
Katene Clarke has struggled to make a mark this season as in seven innings, Clarke has scored 102 runs with an average of 14.57. So far this season, Clarke has scored 28, 8, 1, 10, 30, 12 and 13. We believe Clarke’s struggle would continue against a quality bowling attack of Canterbury and would fail to score well in the upcoming game.
Match Prediction Best Odds
Northern Knights vs Canterbury Match Toss Prediction
Historically the chance of winning for teams batting first and bowling first in 50%. Both sides would feel they have enough firepower to chase in this game which makes us believe both sides would prefer to bowl first at the venue.
Weather Report
With 5% chances of disruptions we believe climate would not play a major role in the game. Maximum temperature is expected to be 28C during the game and minimum temperature is expected to be 18C.
Northern Knights News & Player List
Northern Knights Player List
Henry Cooper, Katene Clarke, Jeet Raval, Joe Carter (c), Brett Hampton, Peter Bocock (wk), Scott Kuggeleijn, Tim Pringle, Frederick Walker, Neil Wagner, Matthew Fisher, Tim Seifert, Joe Walker, Kristian Clarke
Predicted Playing XI
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Katene Clarke |
Batter |
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Henry Cooper |
Batter |
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Jeet Raval |
Batter |
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Joe Carter |
Batter |
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Peter Bocock |
Wicket-keeper |
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Brett Hampton |
Batter |
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Tim Pringle |
Bowler |
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Scott Kuggeleijn |
All-rounder |
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Frederick Walker |
Bowler |
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Neil Wagner |
Bowler |
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Matthew Fisher |
Bowler |
Northern Knights Team Form
Northern Knights surrendered their five games losing streak against Wellington in the last game as they outplayed Wellington and won the game with seven wickets to spare. Northern Knights have two wins in seven games and are currently sixth on the table.
Canterbury News & Player List
Canterbury Player List
Chad Bowes, Ken McClure, Henry Nicholls, Cole McConchie (c), Matthew Hay, Mitchell Hay (wk), Michael Rippon, Zakary Foulkes, Angus McKenzie, Michael Rae, William ORourke, Matthew Boyle, Leo Carter, Bevon Jacobs, Fraser Sheat, Sean Davey, Ed Nuttall, Matt Henry, Henry Shipley, Harry Chamberlain, Rhys Mariu, Dylan Hunter, Cameron Paul
Predicted Playing XI
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Chad Bowes |
Batter |
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Daryl Mitchell |
Batter |
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Henry Nicholls |
Batter |
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Cole McConchie |
Batter |
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Mitchell Hay |
Wicket-keeper |
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Cole McConchie |
Batter |
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Michael Rippon |
Bowler |
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Matthew Hay |
All-rounder |
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Zakary Foulkes |
Bowler |
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Angus McKenzie |
Bowler |
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Michael Rae |
Bowler |
Canterbury Team Form
Canterbury got off to a good start but have recently struggled in the tournament as they have lost two of the last three games and with 16 points are currently fourth on the table, four points short of Central Districts who are third on the table.
Northern Knights vs Canterbury Head to Head
Northern Knights have edged Canterbury in this fixture 18-17. In the recent past they have been far more dominant as they have five wins in the last eight games. Both sides went head to head twice in the group stages and Canterbury won the game on both occasions.
Head to Head:
Canterbury Win: 17
Northern Knights win: 18
Draw/NR: 1
Northern Knights vs Canterbury Betting Odds
Canterbury to have a better opening partnership than Northern Knights
Northern Knights and Canterbury head into this all important game as whoever loses this game would be officially knocked out of the competition. Northern Knights have struggled throughout the campaign as they lost five games in a row but in the last game they beat Wellington and mathematically are still in the race for the third and final playoff spot. On the other hand Canterbury has lost two of the last three games and are four points shy of Central Districts who currently hold the third spot on the table. Both sides went head to head earlier in this competition and Canterbury bagged maximum points in the game. Canterbury also had a better opening partnership on the day. What makes this tip even more enticing is the fact in the last three head to head games against Northern Knights, they have managed to have a better opening partnership in the game which makes us believe Canterbury would have a better opening stand in the upcoming game.
Northern Knights vs Canterbury
T20
Seddon Park, Hamilton
Northern Knights vs Canterbury Top Team Batters
Jeet Raval to be Northern Knights’s top batter
Northern Knights managed to turn things around as they beat Wellington in the last game, Jeet Raval continued his brilliant form as he scored 32 runs and was the leading scorer in the game. With 180 runs, Raval is the leading run scorer for Northern Knights which makes him our top pick in the upcoming game.
Henry Nicholls to be Canterbury’s top batter
Henry Nicholls returned into the starting lineup and was sensational in the last game against Northern Knights as he scored 76 off 50 balls and took his side over the line in the last game, Nicholls scored 41 off 26 balls against Wellington which makes him our top pick in the upcoming game.
Northern Knights vs Canterbury Top Team Bowlers
Scott Kuggeleijn to be Northern Knights’s top bowler
Northern Knight bowlers have had a torrid campaign thus far as they haven’t been a stand out bowler so far in this competition. Scott Kuggeleijn has been consistent throughout the domestic campaign and showcased his class in the last game against Wellington as he ended up with bowling figures of 2/14 which makes him our top pick in the upcoming game.
Zakary Foulkes to be Canterbury’s top bowler
Zakary Foulkes has had a terrific campaign thus far as he has been one of the most consistent bowlers for Canterbury this term. In the last meeting against Northern Knights, Foulkes ended up with 2/20 and with nine wickets this, he is the leading wicket taker for Canterbury this term which makes him our top pick in the upcoming game.
Our Prediction
Favorites to win
Canterbury
- Northern Knights to win @ 2.18 (PariMatch)
- Canterbury to win @ 1.68 (PariMatch)
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