AA vs OV Dream11 Prediction – 6th Match, The Ford Trophy 30 Oct 2025
The 6th match of The Ford Trophy 2025‑26 features the Auckland Aces (AA) taking on the Otago Volts (OV) on 30 October 2025 at Eden Park Outer Oval, Auckland, with a start time tentatively early morning IST (approx. 3:00 AM). The Aces will seek to leverage home conditions and early momentum, while the Volts will aim to upset the hosts by executing disciplined bowling and middle‑order recovery. The match promises a tactical one‑day encounter where batting depth and bowling control will matter.
Match Details
- Date: Thursday, 30 October 2025
- Venue: Eden Park Outer Oval, Auckland, New Zealand
- Time: Approx. early morning IST (~3:00 AM)
- Format: List A One Day (The Ford Trophy)
- Match Number: 6th match of the tournament
Team Previews
Auckland Aces (AA)
The Aces enter this fixture with a strong squad full of top‑order firepower and all‑round options. Opening batters like Finn Allen and Bevon Jacobs provide aggression, while all‑rounders like James Neesham add balance. Their bowling attack, backed by seasoned campaigners and promising new‑comers, is designed to exploit home conditions early. On familiar home turf, they will look to set strong totals and keep the Volts under pressure throughout.
Otago Volts (OV)
The Volts will need to rely on a measured start with the bat and disciplined bowling to challenge the hosts. Their batting has to build depth beyond the top order, and the bowlers must contain the Aces’ aggressive hitters. In an away environment, Otago’s strategy will likely involve utilising spin in the middle overs and cautious use of their pace attack at key moments. While the host side remains favourite, the Volts do possess the tools to create upset if they execute well.
Probable XIs
Auckland Aces (AA) – Probable XI
- Finn Allen
- Bevon Jacobs
- Michael Sclanders
- Lachlan Stackpole
- James Neesham (All‑rounder)
- Ryan Harrison (All‑rounder)
- Cam Fletcher (Wicket‑keeper)
- Louis Delport (Bowler)
- Ben Lister (Bowler)
- Adithya Ashok (Bowler)
- Angus Olliver (Bowler)
*(Based on published squad lists for the tournament)
Otago Volts (OV) – Probable XI
- Jack Boyle
- Jacob Cumming
- Jamal Todd
- Thorn Parkes
- Ben Lockrose (All‑rounder)
- Luke Georgeson (All‑rounder)
- Max Chu (Wicket‑keeper)
- Andrew Hazeldine (Bowler)
- Danru Ferns (Bowler)
- Jake Gibson (Bowler)
- Jarrod McKay (Bowler)
*(Assumed based on squad listing for the Volts)
Top Fantasy Picks
- Finn Allen (AA): Explosive attacker at top order; high potential for fantasy points through boundary hitting and strike‑rate.
- Bevon Jacobs (AA): Reliable run‐scorer with ability to accelerate; strong safe pick.
- James Neesham (AA): All‑rounder who can contribute with bat and ball; great value in fantasy line‑ups.
- Luke Georgeson (OV): Emerging all‑rounder, a good differential pick if included.
- Andrew Hazeldine (OV): Experienced bowler; could pick early wickets and earn extra points.
- Louis Delport (AA): Specialist bowler from the Aces; potentially strong in home conditions.
- Ben Lockrose (OV): All‑round option for the Volts with upside and lower selection risk.
- Cam Fletcher (AA): Wicket‑keeper batsman; picking him provides dual value (wicket‑keeping + batting).
Captain & Vice‑Captain Choices
- Captain: Finn Allen or James Neesham (due to high upside)
- Vice‑Captain: Bevon Jacobs or Luke Georgeson
Match Prediction
Considering the home advantage and stronger batting depth, the Auckland Aces are marginal favourites. If they bat first and post a strong total, the Volts will find it difficult to chase under pressure. Prediction: Auckland Aces to win by 25‑35 runs if batting first, or by 4‑6 wickets if chasing.
Fantasy Tips
- Confirm the toss: If AA bat first, focus more on their batters; if OV bat first, include more Volts top‑order picks.
- All‑rounders matter: Players like Neesham, Georgeson, Lockrose provide multi‐skill value (bat + ball) and enhance fantasy returns.
- Balance your picks: Don’t overload bowlers from one side; a mix of batters and bowlers from both teams reduces risk.
- Early overs matter: Morning starts often favour bowlers early; include bowlers who bowl first 10 overs for extra potential.
- Final XI check: Always wait for the confirmed playing XI list before locking your team; late changes can drastically affect fantasy value.
Conclusion
This 6th match of The Ford Trophy between the Auckland Aces and Otago Volts promises a competitive one‑day contest with fantasy relevance. For Dream11 cricket users, prioritise picks like Finn Allen, Bevon Jacobs, James Neesham, Luke Georgeson and Andrew Hazeldine. Constructing a team with a mix of match‐winners and value differentials will be key. Given conditions and squad strengths, backing Auckland Aces with well‐chosen support picks is a sensible strategy.
