Northern Brave Women vs Auckland Hearts Dream11 Prediction Today Eliminator – Women’s Super Smash 2025-26
The Eliminator of the Women’s Super Smash 2025-26 sees Northern Brave Women (NB-W) take on Auckland Hearts (AH-W) at Hagley Oval, Christchurch on 30 January 2026. Both teams finished the regular season strong to reach the knockout stage, and this match will decide who moves on to face the top-ranked side in the Grand Final.
Match Details
| Match | Northern Brave Women vs Auckland Hearts – Eliminator |
|---|---|
| Tournament | Women’s Super Smash 2025-26 |
| Match Type | T20 (Eliminator) |
| Date | 30 January 2026 |
| Day | Thursday |
| Time | 07:10 PM NZT (approx) |
| Venue | Hagley Oval, Christchurch |
| Format | T20 |
Pitch & Weather Report – Hagley Oval, Christchurch
The Hagley Oval pitch typically favours batters, providing true bounce and good strokeplay conditions. Teams that score freely in the powerplay tend to dominate, though disciplined bowling in middle overs remains key to control run flow.
- Balanced T20 surface with value for batters
- Pacers with good rhythm can exploit bounce
- Spinners useful in middle overs if surface slows slightly
- Weather at match time expected to be suitable for a full contest with some cloud cover hinting at swing conditions
NB-W vs AH-W Probable Playing XI (Updated)
(Final XI will be confirmed after the toss)
This prediction uses the most recent squad appearances from the Super Smash season.
Northern Brave Women (NB-W) – Probable XI
- Tash Wakelin – Aggressive top order
- Caitlin Gurrey – Key batter
- Kayley Knight – All-round threat
- Marina Lamplough – Middle order & possible overs
- Eve Wolland – Batter
- Jess Watkin – All-rounder
- Marama Downes – Bowling all-rounder
- Nensi Patel – Spin bowling value
- Holly Topp (WK) – Keeper & batter
- Carol Agafili – Bowler
- Anna Peterson / Lucy Boucher – Seam bowling options
Auckland Hearts (AH-W) – Probable XI
- Izzy Gaze (WK) – Top-order keeper-batter
- Maddy Green – Experienced run scorer
- Bella Armstrong – Middle order & all-rounder
- Prue Catton – Batter
- Lauren Down – Top order
- Josie Penfold – All-rounder
- Bree Illing – Bowler
- Molly Penfold – Strike bowler
- Fran Jonas – Spinner (key bowling pick)
- Anika Tauwhare / Olivia Anderson – Supporting batters
- Amie Hucker – Lower-order hitter
NB-W vs AH-W Dream11 Fantasy Tips
In a knockout T20, top order runs + early wickets are the biggest fantasy point drivers. Focus on players who bat in the powerplay, primary bowlers who bowl key overs, and all-rounders who can contribute in both departments.
⚡ Fantasy Strategy
- Pick 2–3 batters who score consistently
- Include 2–3 bowlers who bowl at both ends
- All-rounders provide extra fantasy stability
- Confirm the toss & final XI before locking your Dream11 team
🔥 Top Dream11 Picks – Eliminator
⭐ Best Batters
- Izzy Gaze (AH-W) – Reliable top order run scorer
- Maddy Green (AH-W) – Classic run accumulator
- Caitlin Gurrey (NB-W) – Consistent batter
🌀 Best All-Rounders
- Kayley Knight (NB-W) – Dual role for fantasy points
- Jess Watkin (NB-W) – Handy both ways
- Bella Armstrong (AH-W) – Middle order all-round impact
🎯 Best Bowlers
- Molly Penfold (AH-W) – Strike bowler
- Fran Jonas (AH-W) – Key spin wicket-taker
- Marama Downes (NB-W) – Useful seam overs
👑 Captain & Vice-Captain Picks
🏆 Best Captain Options
- Izzy Gaze (AH-W) – Safe high run potential
- Kayley Knight (NB-W) – All-rounder bonus
- Maddy Green (AH-W) – Steady batter
🔁 Best Vice-Captain Picks
- Caitlin Gurrey (NB-W)
- Jess Watkin (NB-W)
- Fran Jonas (AH-W)
🟢 Safe Dream11 Team (Small League)
WK: Izzy Gaze
BAT: Maddy Green (C), Caitlin Gurrey (VC), Tash Wakelin
ALL-R: Kayley Knight, Bella Armstrong, Jess Watkin
BOWL: Molly Penfold, Fran Jonas, Marama Downes
🟠 Grand League Dream11 Team (Risky)
WK: Holly Topp
BAT: Izzy Gaze (VC), Lauren Down, Marina Lamplough
ALL-R: Kayley Knight (C), Bella Armstrong, Josie Penfold
BOWL: Fran Jonas, Nensi Patel, Carol Agafili
NB-W vs AH-W Match Prediction
Both sides have momentum and experience, but Auckland Hearts Women have shown strong batting and bowling balance throughout the season, while Northern Brave Women enter with resilience and all-round contributions. Recent standings show AH-W quietly rising in the points table and advancing into the playoffs.
Prediction: 🏆 Auckland Hearts Women likely to win (slight edge)
