CM-W vs WB-W Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI Updates, Pitch Report & Injury Updates for Hallyburton Johnstone Shield 2022/23, Match 1

Match Details:

Canterbury Magicians vs Wellington Blaze, Match 1

Venue: Mainpower Oval, Rangiora

Date & Time: November 19th at 3:00 AM IST and 10:30 AM Local Time

Preview:

The New Zealand Women’s domestic competition 2022/23 will kick off on Saturday as Canterbury Magicians will take on Wellington Blaze in the opening game of the Hallyburton Johnstone Shield. Canterbury Magicians didn’t enjoy much success in the previous edition as they finished at the bottom of the standings with 12 points. Rain was cruel for them as 4 of their matches were called off. They have a point to prove here this season and are excited to start their campaign with a win. Frances Mackay will captain the side with notable names such as Lea Tahuhu, Kate Anderson, and Jacinta Savage.

Wellington Blaze, on the other hand, ended up as the runners in the last edition after losing in the finals to Otago Sparks by a whopping 138 runs. They were unbeaten until the finals, however, they were completely outplayed by a better team. They will be without their key players Maddy Green and Amelia Kerr for the initial matches of this season as they both are part of the ongoing Women’s Big Bash League. The onus is on Jessica McFadyen who did well with the bat last season, scoring 200 runs in 6 matches. Leigh Kasperek is their go-to go bowler for them.

What is the pitch report for CM-W vs WB-W, Hallyburton Johnstone Shield 2022/23, Match 1?

It’s a good sporting wicket that offers equal assistance for both batters and bowlers. The quick bowlers will get an extra advantage considering the fast-paced nature of the wicket. Anything over 230 will be a competitive score here.

Injury Updates:

(will be added when there is an update)

Recent form:

Canterbury Magicians: -L-LW

Wellington Blaze: L- – W-

What is the expected, Probable Playing XIs for CM-W vs WB-W, Hallyburton Johnstone Shield 2022/23, Match 1?

Canterbury Magicians

Emma Kench, Jacinta Savage, Jodie Dean, Frances Mackay (c), Kate Anderson, Melissa Banks, Natalie Cox, Laura Hughes (wk), Isobel Sharp, Jessica Simmons, Lea Tahuhu

Wellington Blaze

Jessica McFadyen (wk), Rebecca Burns, Georgia Plimmer, Kate Chandler, Thamsyn Newton, Caitlin King, Xara Jetly, Olivia Boivin, Maneka Singh, Leigh Kasperek, Deanna Doughty

What are the Top Picks, players for Dream11, My11circle and MPL for CM-W vs WB-W, Hallyburton Johnstone Shield 2022/23, Match 1?

Top Pick – Batter

Rebecca Burns generally open the innings for Wellington Blaze. She had a decent outing last season, scoring 102 runs in 6 matches at an average of 17 with the highest score of 47.

Top Pick – All-Rounder

Leigh Kasperek is a must-pick in the all-rounder’s category. In 5 matches last season, she scalped 10 wickets with the best figures of 5 for 45 and scored 84 runs at an average of 28.

Top Pick – Bowler

Lea Tahuhu has featured in only 2 matches for Canterbury in the previous edition however didn’t bowl a single ball whereas with the bat scoring 46 runs at a strike rate of 124.32.

Top Pick – Wicketkeeper

Jessica McFadyen had a memorable last season where she scored 200 runs at an average of 40 with the highest score of 76*. She is all set to deliver big this season for Wellington Blaze.

X-Factor:

Jacinta Savage has put up some fine all-round performances in the last edition for Canterbury, picking up 8 wickets at an economy of 4.86 and scoring 133 runs at an average of 22.16.

What are the fantasy suggested teams for CM-W vs WB-W, Hallyburton Johnstone Shield 2022/23, Match 1?

1. Jessica McFadyen (c), Natalie Cox, Kate Anderson, Georgia Plimmer, Rebecca Burns, Jacinta Savage (vc), Frances Mackay, Leigh Kasperek, Lea Tahuhu, Maneka Singh, Jess Simmons

2. Jessica McFadyen, Natalie Cox, Georgia Plimmer (vc), Rebecca Burns, Jacinta Savage, Frances Mackay, Leigh Kasperek (c), Jodie Dean, Melissa Banks, Maneka Singh, Jessica Simmons

CM-W vs WB-W, Hallyburton Johnstone Shield 2022/23, Match 1 Probable Winners:

Wellington Blaze are expected to win this match.