Canterbury vs Auckland Super Smash 2026 - Hagley Oval Pitch Report, Fantasy Picks, Match Time (10:25 AM IST), Team News & Injury Updates
Published on Jan 09, 2026 by Vikram Kumar
The Super Smash 2025_26 continues with a high-impact clash at Hagley Oval, Christchurch, where Canterbury (CTB) take on Auckland (AA). Auckland come into this match with strong momentum after back-to-back wins, dominating with both bat and ball. Canterbury, meanwhile, have had mixed results but remain extremely dangerous at home.
With Hagley Oval favoring fast bowlers, this contest is ideal for fantasy players targeting high-value pacers and top-order batters.
Match Details
- Match: Canterbury vs Auckland (Super Smash T20)
- Venue: Hagley Oval, Christchurch
- Date & Time (NZDT): 10 Jan 2026, 17:55
- Date & Time (IST): 10 Jan 2026, 10:25 AM IST
Weather & Pitch Report – Hagley Oval
Weather
- Temperature: 20°C – 22°C
- Conditions: Breezy evening, good for swing bowlers
- Rain: No significant threat
Pitch Analysis
Hagley Oval provides a balanced contest but pacers have dominated recently.
- Average score (last 5 matches): 153
- Pacer wickets: 42
- Spinner wickets: 32
Fantasy Insight: Seamers who bowl in the powerplay and death overs are the most valuable picks. A total of 160-170 is competitive here.
Team Form & News
Canterbury (CTB)
Canterbury’s batting core is strong, especially on home turf.
- Tom Latham is in superb form after scoring 75 vs Otago
- Chad Bowes has 142 runs in the series
- Bowling relies on Fraser Sheat and Cole McConchie
Auckland (AA)
Auckland are flying after posting 200+ in their last game.
- Dale Phillips smashed 77 recently
- Bevon Jacobs anchors the middle order
- Harjot Johal has taken 7 wickets in his last two matches
Injury Updates
- Canterbury: No major injury concerns reported
- Auckland: No fresh injury issues
⚠️ Final playing XIs will be confirmed after the toss.
Key Fantasy Players
- Tom Latham (CTB) – Reliable wicketkeeper-batter
- Harjot Johal (AA) – Strike bowler, takes wickets in bunches
- Cole McConchie (CTB) – All-round value with bat and ball
- Dale Phillips (AA) – Aggressive top-order batter
- Fraser Sheat (CTB) – Seam bowler ideal for Hagley conditions
Captain & Vice-Captain Picks
Safe Options
- Tom Latham
- Dale Phillips
Differential Picks
- Harjot Johal
- Cole McConchie
Fantasy Strategy
- Prioritize pacers – Hagley Oval favors fast bowlers
- Pick top-order batters – Powerplay scoring is crucial
- Avoid too many spinners – Only elite spin all-rounders like McConchie are safe
