Hamilton
Seddon Park
173
40
23
Northern Dis
ND
240/4 (20.0)
Canterbury chose to BOWL
Canterbury
CTB
153/9 (20.0)
Northern Dis won by 87 runs
ND vs CAN Super Smash T20 Preview 2026 – Seddon Park, Hamilton | Fantasy Tips, Pitch Report & Injury Updates

Published on Jan 06, 2026

ND vs CAN Super Smash T20 Preview 2026 – Seddon Park, Hamilton | Fantasy Tips, Pitch Report & Injury Updates

The Super Smash 2025-26 shifts to Hamilton, where Northern Districts (ND) face a high-flying Canterbury (CAN) side at the batting-friendly Seddon Park. With Canterbury riding strong momentum and Northern Districts eager to bounce back at home, this clash promises big runs, fast-bowling impact, and crucial fantasy opportunities.

Seddon Park is known for producing high-scoring encounters, and with both teams boasting in-form top orders and wicket-taking pacers, ND vs CAN is a must-watch contest for fantasy players aiming to climb the Mega League leaderboard.

Match Details – ND vs CAN (Super Smash T20)

  • Match: Northern Districts vs Canterbury
  • Venue: Seddon Park, Hamilton
  • Date: 08 January 2026
  • Time: 6:40 AM IST | 2:10 PM NZDT

Weather & Pitch Report – Seddon Park, Hamilton

Weather Forecast

Hamilton is expected to witness a pleasant summer afternoon.

  • Temperature: 22°C – 24°C
  • Conditions: Partly cloudy
  • Rain: Very low chance
  • Wind: Light breeze (typical Seddon Park conditions)

No weather interruptions are expected, ensuring a full contest.

Pitch Report

Seddon Park is widely regarded as a batting paradise, but it still offers rewards for quality fast bowling.

  • Average Score (Last 5 matches): 173 runs
  • Pacers Wickets: 40
  • Spinners Wickets: 23

Pitch Insight: The ball comes nicely onto the bat, making stroke play easier for top-order batters. However, pacers who hit the deck hard and bowl with discipline often pick up wickets, especially with the new ball and at the death.

Team Form Guide

Canterbury (CAN)

Canterbury are in red-hot form, winning their last three matches convincingly.

  • Strong top order led by Tom Latham and Chad Bowes
  • Balanced bowling attack with multiple pace options
  • Excellent depth in all-rounders

Momentum: Very strong

Northern Districts (ND)

Northern Districts have had mixed results so far.

  • Loss against Wellington
  • Important win over Otago
  • Home conditions could play a key role in revival

Motivation: High – looking to turn season around at home

Injury Updates – ND vs CAN

  • Northern Districts: No major injury concerns reported so far
  • Canterbury: No confirmed injuries; full-strength squad expected

⚠️ Final playing XIs will be confirmed after the toss. Keep an eye on official team announcements for late changes.

Key Players to Watch

Brett Hampton (ND)

The standout performer for Northern Districts.

  • Series Stats: 82 runs + bowling contributions
  • Fantasy Average: 98.5 points
  • Offers reliable all-round value

Tom Latham (CAN)

One of the most consistent performers in Super Smash.

  • Series Runs: 141
  • Fantasy Average: 97 points
  • Safe wicketkeeper-batter option

Chad Bowes (CAN)

Aggressive powerplay batter.

  • Series Runs: 142
  • Fantasy Average: 96 points
  • Ideal pick on a batting-friendly surface

Cole McConchie (CAN)

A complete all-round package.

  • Series: 41 runs + 5 wickets
  • Fantasy Average: 84.3 points
  • Bowls key overs and finishes innings with the bat

Scott Kuggeleijn (ND)

High-impact Mega League option.

  • Strength: Wicket-taking + big-hitting ability
  • Fantasy Average: 127 points (limited games)

Fraser Sheat (CAN)

Leader of Canterbury’s pace attack.

  • Series Wickets: 5
  • Fantasy Average: 80+ points
  • Deadly on pace-friendly tracks like Seddon Park

Captain & Vice-Captain Picks

Safe Options

  • Tom Latham
  • Brett Hampton
  • Chad Bowes

Differential / Grand League Picks

  • Cole McConchie
  • Scott Kuggeleijn
  • Fraser Sheat

Fantasy Strategy – ND vs CAN

  1. Prioritize Fast Bowlers: With a 40-23 wicket split, pacers dominate at Seddon Park
  2. Top-Order Batters Are Gold: Average score of 173 favors top 3 batters
  3. All-Rounders Win Contests: Hampton and McConchie provide dual-point potential
  4. Limit Spinners: Only pick spinners who offer batting or exceptional control

Probable Impact Players

  • Matthew Boyle (CAN): 99 runs this season, strong budget pick
  • Tim Pringle (ND): Offers balance despite spin being less effective
  • Ben Pomare (ND): Credit-saving wicketkeeper option

Final Word

With form, conditions, and fantasy value all aligning, ND vs CAN at Seddon Park shapes up as a high-scoring Super Smash contest where fast bowlers and top-order batters will decide the outcome. Analyze the toss carefully and finalize your fantasy team accordingly.

Good luck, and play smart! 🏏

Super Smash ND vs CTB players T20 past performance, current series performance, fantasy points and selection percentage.

PlayerBattingBowlingSeries PerformanceFantasy SelectionMatch Performance
Name
T
R
S
M#BatInnNORunsHSAvgSR50+4/6BowlInnWkOvAvgEcoSR4wBestC/St
M
A. Pt
Pts
Run
Wk
DT
P
S%
C
VC
iDt
#
PTS
Bat
Bowl
Field
Ish SodhiCTBBOWLâś…306RHB10040488518.13106.08152LB2953293.524.687.8918.786/1171358.717604100800016201240
Tim PringleNDALLâś…39RHB2462123811.77107.07019SLA37353.324.22720.703/208251.51031625030001146-1358
Matthew FisherNDBOWLâś…27RHB101025859.5201RMF25193.341.789.5626.202/1282132610011000âś…312501138
Scott KuggeleijnNDALLâś…162RHB1024310224117.32134.120111RFM1571683.326.638.618.544/176421272546721006000âś…5908708
Tom LathamCTBWKâś…125LHB1147311011029.06131.8322377RM000-6439729114101001000âś…13319018
Cole McConchieCTBALLâś…111RHB891516888422.81125.128186OB92612.831.397.532503/1539384.32534151004000âś…77910650
Matthew BoyleCTBBATâś…6LHB60813013.5108010LBG10190-5375.722799066.7300014282148
Leo CarterCTBBATâś…67LHB611610348822.97122.364112OB000-28112120005000âś…10474300
Katene ClarkeNDBATâś…36RHB3517727322.7136.872116RMF000-15227.555190501000âś…119518308
Henry CooperNDBATâś…34RHB2843195213.2996.08137OB43218.336.871602/141716969021007000196020
Sean DaveyCTBBOWLâś…4RHB213335000RM412.3657.225401/80238.57702509000âś…86162-50
Brett HamptonNDBOWLâś…65RHB5557696415.38123.03391RMF2724220.419.0113.503/132298.51978211002000âś…21811273812
Rhys MariuCTBBATâś…RHB00RM000144000200012352506
Cameron PaulCTBBOWLâś…RHB00RMF000371.72153566.770002042-20
Ben PomareNDWKâś…RHB00OB00024896380100400015211016
Fraser SheatCTBBOWLâś…4RHB20000000RM422.545.59.13001/101380.32410533.31100017193120
Ollie WhiteNDBOWLâś…LHB00SLA0009000214000
Xavier BellNDBOWLâś…RHB00RM000230.561350505000âś…410910500
Fergus LellmanNDBOWLâś…RHB00RMF0008000188040
Harry ChamberlainCTBBATâś…RHB00RM0000000006000222-200
Joshua BrownNDBOWLâś…RHB00RF00018810010000âś…9530418
LLB HarperCTBBATâś…0000010000âś…6858010
Completed matches of Northern Districts
Teams
Date
Venue
Bat First
Bat Second
Inning 1
Inning 2
Winner
31 Dec - 08:55 AMMount MaunganuiWellingtonWFNorthern DistrictsND194/3 (20.0)181/10 (19.4) Wellington won by 13 runs
04 Jan - 10:25 AMMount MaunganuiOtagoOVNorthern DistrictsND166/6 (20.0)166/6 (20.0) Match tied
08 Jan - 06:40 AMHamiltonNorthern DistrictsNDCanterburyCTB240/4 (20.0)153/9 (20.0) Northern Dis won by 87 runs
11 Jan - 08:55 AMWellingtonWellingtonWFNorthern DistrictsND185/7 (20.0)189/4 (16.2) Northern Dis won by 6 wickets (with 22 balls remaining)
13 Jan - 10:25 AMNapierCentral DistrictsCSNorthern DistrictsND146/5 (20.0)120/4 (13.5) Northern Dis won by 6 wickets (with 7 balls remaining) (DLS method)
18 Jan - 08:55 AMDunedinNorthern DistrictsNDOtagoOV231/3 (20.0)200/8 (20.0) Northern Dis won by 31 runs
20 Jan - 11:05 AMHamiltonNorthern DistrictsNDCentral DistrictsCS Match abandoned without a ball bowled
22 Jan - 08:55 AMAucklandNorthern DistrictsNDAucklandAA217/8 (20.0)110/10 (14.3) Northern Dis won by 107 runs
Completed matches of Canterbury
Teams
Date
Venue
Bat First
Bat Second
Inning 1
Inning 2
Winner
28 Dec - 08:55 AMAlexandraCanterburyCTBOtagoOV188/5 (20.0)160/10 (20.0) Canterbury won by 28 runs
01 Jan - 10:25 AMChristchurchCanterburyCTBCentral DistrictsCS194/7 (20.0)158/8 (20.0) Canterbury won by 36 runs
03 Jan - 08:55 AMNelsonCentral DistrictsCSCanterburyCTB139/6 (20.0)145/1 (12.4) Canterbury won by 9 wickets (with 44 balls remaining)
08 Jan - 06:40 AMHamiltonNorthern DistrictsNDCanterburyCTB240/4 (20.0)153/9 (20.0) Northern Dis won by 87 runs
10 Jan - 10:25 AMChristchurchCanterburyCTBAucklandAA216/6 (20.0)199/4 (20.0) Canterbury won by 17 runs
14 Jan - 05:10 AMAucklandCanterburyCTBAucklandAA132/10 (20.0)136/1 (10.1) Auckland won by 9 wickets (with 59 balls remaining)
19 Jan - 08:55 AMWellingtonWellingtonWFCanterburyCTB193/6 (20.0)105/10 (16.2) Wellington won by 88 runs
21 Jan - 10:25 AMChristchurchCanterburyCTBOtagoOV Match abandoned without a ball bowled
23 Jan - 10:25 AMChristchurchWellingtonWFCanterburyCTB178/5 (20.0)136/8 (16.0) Wellington won by 13 runs (DLS method)
30 Jan - 10:25 AMChristchurchAucklandAACanterburyCTB106/10 (18.4)108/1 (10.3) Canterbury won by 9 wickets (with 57 balls remaining)
Completed matches at Seddon Park
Teams
Date
Bat First
Bat Second
Inning 1
Inning 2
Winner
08 Jan - 06:40 AMNorthern DistrictsNDCanterburyCTB240/4 (20.0)153/9 (20.0) Northern Dis won by 87 runs
20 Jan - 11:05 AMNorthern DistrictsNDCentral DistrictsCS Match abandoned without a ball bowled
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