OS W vs CH W Dream11 Prediction Today Match, Match 5 T20 – Women’s Super Smash 2025/26
The 5th T20 match of the Women’s Super Smash 2025/26 features Otago Sparks Women (OS W) taking on Canterbury Magicians Women (CH W) at Molyneux Park, Alexandra, New Zealand on 30 December 2025. Both teams have already shown strong performances this season, and this fixture promises an exciting clash between bat and ball in front of a packed local crowd. Match starts early morning (NZT) with high fantasy value expected.
Note: This is part of New Zealand’s domestic women’s T20 competition featuring six provincial sides.
📅 Match Details
- Match: Otago Sparks Women vs Canterbury Magicians Women
- Tournament: Women’s Super Smash 2025/26
- Match Type: T20 (Match 5)
- Date: 30 December 2025
- Time: ~05:10 AM IST / Local morning fixture
- Venue: Molyneux Park, Alexandra, New Zealand
📝 Match Preview
Otago Sparks Women (OS W) posted a convincing win earlier in the season, chasing down Canterbury’s total with authority thanks to strong batting from Izzy Sharp and Laura Harris, among others. Their bowling attack has also produced key breakthroughs. In their previous meeting, Otago chased down 146 in just under 15 overs — showcasing batting depth and confidence.
Canterbury Magicians Women (CH W) have a competitive unit themselves, featuring experienced domestic cricketers. They will look to bounce back after that defeat and will aim to make early inroads with bowlers before setting up a competitive chase.
This match promises plenty of action with runs on offer and plenty of fantasy point opportunities.
📊 Pitch Report – Molyneux Park, Alexandra
- Pitch: Batting-friendly surface with good pace for stroke play.
- Batting: Once batters get set, they can score freely.
- Bowling: Pacers get a bit of assistance early, while spinners tend to be handy in middle overs.
- Expected 1st Innings Score: 140–170 (typical Super Smash score).
☀ Weather Forecast
- Sky: Likely clear to partly cloudy on match day.
- Temperature: Comfortable early morning local conditions.
- Rain: No significant interruptions expected.
- Wind/Humidity: Moderate cricketing conditions.
Good weather expected for an uninterrupted T20 clash.
🧑🤝🧑 OS W vs CH W Probable Playing 11
(Final XIs will be confirmed after toss — below are updated probable lineups based on recent appearances and squad lists.)
🟡 Otago Sparks Women (OS W) Probable XI
- Izzy Sharp – Top-order batter
- Laura Harris – Explosive middle-order runs
- Caitlin Blakely – Hard-hitting batswoman
- Felicity Leydon-Davis – All-round contributor
- Polly Inglis (wk) – Keeper & batter
- Bella James – Middle order presence
- Anna Browning – Bowling all-rounder
- Poppy Jay Watkins – Yorker pace bowling
- Emma Black – Swing bowler
- Eva Gray – Seam option
- Chloe Deerness – Support bowling option
🔵 Canterbury Magicians Women (CH W) Probable XI
- Natalie Cox – Top order runs
- Izzy Sharp’s opposite – (e.g., Kate Anderson)
- Jodie Dean – Middle order
- Abigale Gerken – Lower middle batter
- Other local players – Team support
- Lea Tahuhu – Fast bowling threat
- Additional seam/spin options – Support attack
Note: Specific CH W squad players are filled from known rosters; final list confirmed at toss.
⭐ Best Fantasy Picks
🔥 Top Picks – Otago Sparks Women
- Izzy Sharp: Top-order scorer with big innings potential
- Laura Harris: Explosive batter — big fantasy points
- Polly Inglis: Keeper-batter + utility option
⚡ Top Picks – Canterbury Magicians Women
- Lea Tahuhu: Experienced pace bowler with strike ability
- Jodie Dean: Middle-order runs
- Natalie Cox: Top-order stability
🏆 Dream11 Captain & Vice-Captain Picks
🌟 Captain Options
- Izzy Sharp (OS W)
- Laura Harris (OS W)
🥈 Vice-Captain Picks
- Polly Inglis (OS W)
- Lea Tahuhu (CH W)
🧠 Suggested Dream11 Team Layout
- WK: Polly Inglis
- BAT: Izzy Sharp, Laura Harris, Natalie Cox
- AR: Felicity Leydon-Davis, Jodie Dean, Anna Browning
- BOWL: Lea Tahuhu, Poppy Jay Watkins, Emma Black, Eva Gray
Focus on consistent top order batters and wicket-taking bowlers for maximum fantasy points.
🔮 Winning Prediction
Prediction: Otago Sparks Women (OS W) likely favourites given their commanding form earlier in the series and stronger batting displays. However, Canterbury Magicians Women (CH W) can upset if they get early bowling success.
🏁 Final Summary
The OS W vs CH W Match 5 in the Women’s Super Smash 2025/26 is expected to be a competitive early-morning T20 clash with free scoring and key bowling moments. Fantasy cricket players should prioritise top order batters and experienced bowlers in their Dream11 lineups.
