CM-W vs CH-W Dream11 Prediction – Match 7, Women’s Super Smash 2025-26
Canterbury Magicians Women (CM-W) will lock horns with Central Hinds Women (CH-W) in Match 7 of the Women’s Super Smash 2025-26 at Hagley Oval, Christchurch on 01 January 2026. Both teams are searching for a win early in the tournament, but Boulder Magicians hold the upper hand given their stronger squad and recent performances in the Super Smash format.
Match Details
- Match: Canterbury Magicians Women vs Central Hinds Women
- Match No: 7
- Tournament: Women’s Super Smash 2025-26
- Date & Time: 01 January 2026, Early Morning (IST)
- Venue: Hagley Oval, Christchurch, New Zealand
- Match Type: T20
Match Preview
The Women’s Super Smash is New Zealand’s premier domestic T20 competition featuring six regional teams playing a double round-robin league format.
Canterbury Magicians Women have traditionally been stronger in the Super Smash structure with good batting firepower and quality bowling options. They will look to set a competitive total at home where conditions at Hagley Oval often favour batters once they are settled.
Central Hinds Women have struggled historically in this competition and will need big performances from their key top order and strike bowlers to challenge the Magicians. Given the stakes early in the league, both teams will aim to seize momentum with a strong performance.
Pitch Report
Hagley Oval generally offers a good batting surface with consistent bounce and minimal lateral movement. Pacers may get some help early in the innings, but once batters are set, they can score freely. Spinners can be effective in the middle overs if they hit their lines well.
- Batting favoured once settled
- Early seam movement assists new ball bowlers
- Scores around 130–150 are competitive in Women’s Super Smash matches
Weather Report
- Conditions: Partly cloudy
- Temperature: Around 15–18°C
- Rain: Minimal chance of interference
- Wind: Light
Expect full 20 overs with minimal disruption given stable weather in Christchurch.
Probable Playing 11
Canterbury Magicians Women (CM-W)
- Laura Hughes (WK) – Opener and keeper
- Izzy Sharp – Top-order batter
- Kate Anderson – Middle order mainstay
- Kate Ebrahim – All-round contributor
- Maddie Penna – Big hitting all-rounder
- Natalie Cox – Batter with finishing ability
- Gabby Sullivan – Bowler-bat all-round option
- Melissa Banks – Spinner with control
- Jodie Dean – Seam bowling option
- Shikha Pandey – Experienced bowler
- Sarah Asmussen – Pace pressure option
Central Hinds Women (CH-W)
- Kate Gaging (WK) – Opener + keeper
- Hollie Armitage – Top-order batter
- Thamsyn Newton – Middle order
- Hannah Rowe – Bowling all-rounder
- Mikaela Greig – Pace spearhead
- Flora Devonshire – Batting depth
- Claudia Green – All-rounder
- Kerry-Anne Tomlinson – Experienced bat
- Ocean Bartlett – Bowler
- Emma McLeod – Spin threat
- Rosemary Mair – Swing/seam option
Top Fantasy Picks
Canterbury Magicians Women
- Laura Hughes: Key top-order batter and wicket-keeper
- Maddie Penna: Aggressive all-rounder with high points potential
- Shikha Pandey: Strike bowler with consistent wicket-taking ability
Central Hinds Women
- Hannah Rowe: All-rounder who contributes with bat and ball
- Mikaela Greig: Leading pace asset
- Kate Gaging: Keeper-batter with scoring ability
Dream11 Captain & Vice-Captain Options
- Captain (C): Maddie Penna — aggressive batting and all-round value
- Vice-Captain (VC): Shikha Pandey — key bowling threat
Suggested Dream11 Team
Wicket-Keeper:
- Laura Hughes (CM-W)
- Kate Gaging (CH-W)
Batters:
- Izzy Sharp (CM-W)
- Kate Anderson (CM-W)
- Hollie Armitage (CH-W)
All-Rounders:
- Maddie Penna (C, CM-W)
- Hannah Rowe (CH-W)
- Gabby Sullivan (CM-W, VC)
Bowlers:
- Shikha Pandey (CM-W)
- Mikaela Greig (CH-W)
- Rosemary Mair (CH-W)
Winning Prediction
Canterbury Magicians Women are likely to dominate this fixture given their stronger batting depth and balanced bowling attack. If their top order clicks, they can post a competitive total, putting pressure on Central Hinds to chase. Central Hinds will need standout performances from their core batters and bowlers to pull off an upset in Christchurch.
Winning Chances:
- Canterbury Magicians Women: 60%
- Central Hinds Women: 40%
