NB vs OV Dream11 Prediction Today | The Ford Trophy 2025 Match 15

Northern Brave (NB) will take on Otago Volts (OV) in Match 15 of The Ford Trophy 2025-26 at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui. This pitch generally supports steady top-order batting and new-ball seam movement, making this matchup ideal for bowlers early and settled batters later. NB have shown stronger balance recently, while OV rely on crucial individual contributions.

Match Details

• Match: NB vs OV
• Tournament: The Ford Trophy 2025-26
• Date: 12 November 2025
• Venue: Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui
• Time: Morning Match

Pitch Report

Bay Oval offers swing and seam movement early, especially first 6–10 overs. Once the ball loses shine, batting becomes easier. Spinners play a support role but not dominant.

• Swing + bounce early
• Batting improves from overs 12+
• First innings total: 260–280 is competitive

Fantasy Note: Pick top 3 batters + new-ball bowlers.

Probable Playing 11

NB (Northern Brave)

1. Joe Carter
2. Kristian Clarke
3. Robert O’Donnell (C)
4. Ben Pomare (WK)
5. Brett Hampton
6. Scott Kuggeleijn
7. Tim Pringle
8. Frederick Walker
9. Matthew Fisher
10. Xavier Bell
11. Josh McKay

OV (Otago Volts)

1. Luke Georgeson (C)
2. Max Chu (WK)
3. Jake Gibson
4. Thorn Parkes
5. Andrew Hazeldine
6. Ben Lockrose
7. Matthew Bacon
8. Danru Ferns
9. Jack Boyle
10. Jock McKenzie
11. Michael Rae

Top Fantasy Picks

• Joe Carter (NB) – Reliable run-getter at the top.
• Scott Kuggeleijn (NB) – New-ball strike bowler with wicket-taking upside.
• Luke Georgeson (OV) – Captain + anchors innings + possible overs.
• Andrew Hazeldine (OV) – All-round contribution potential.
• Ben Pomare (NB) – Wicketkeeper batter, safe pick.
• Ben Lockrose (OV) – Useful GL spin + hitting option.

Captain and Vice-Captain Choices

• Safe Captain: Joe Carter
• Safe Vice-Captain: Scott Kuggeleijn
• Grand League Captain: Luke Georgeson
• Grand League Vice-Captain: Andrew Hazeldine

Safe Dream11 Team (Small League)

WK: Ben Pomare
BAT: Joe Carter (C), Kristian Clarke, Luke Georgeson (VC)
ALL: Brett Hampton, Andrew Hazeldine, Tim Pringle
BOWL: Scott Kuggeleijn, Ben Lockrose, Matthew Fisher, Danru Ferns

Grand League Picks

• Max Chu – If he stays longer, quick 40+ possible
• Thorn Parkes – Can anchor tricky chase
• Xavier Bell – Can take key wickets in middle overs

Match Prediction

NB are slightly stronger in both batting depth and pace resources, especially in home-like conditions.

Predicted Winner: NB (Northern Brave)

But if OV’s top order handles swing early, match becomes open.

Conclusion

This NB vs OV clash should favor steady top-order batting and early seam bowling. Dream11 cricket players should build around proven batters and primary quicks. NB hold a slight advantage, yet OV has upset potential if their top 3 performs.