Dream11: OV vs CS Dream11 Prediction: Fantasy Cricket Tips, Today's Playing 11 and Pitch Report for Super Smash 2024-25, Match 12

The 12th match of the Super Smash 2024-25 will see Otago Volts (OV) squaring off against Central Stags (CS) at the Fitzherbert Park in Palmerston North on Sunday, January 12. Ahead of this exciting match, here's all you need to know about the OV vs CS Dream11 Prediction, today's playing 11s, fantasy cricket tips, best player picks and the pitch report.

Central Stags have secured victories in three of their last four matches of the tournament. They lost their last match against Wellington Firebirds by 6 wickets. Otago Volts, on the other hand, won two wins in four appearances. They won their last match against Canterbury Kings by 5 wickets.

These two teams have played 37 head-to-head matches. Central Stags won a total of 19 head-to-head matches while Otago Volts were victorious in 13 matches. Five matches were abandoned due to rain.

OV vs CS Match Details

The 12th match of the Super Smash 2024-25 will be played on January 12 at the Fitzherbert Park in Palmerston North. The game is set to take place at 8:55 AM IST. The live score & commentary of the game can be followed in the Sportskeeda Live Score section.

OV vs CS, 12th Match

Date and Time: 12th January 2025, 8:55 AM IST

Venue: Fitzherbert Park, Palmerston North

Pitch Report

The pitch at Fitzherbert Park in Palmerston North is good for batters. Team winning the toss should look to bat first and try to score a lot of runs. Fans can expect a good scoring match in both the innings.

OV vs CS Form Guide

OV - W L N/R W

CS - W W L W

OV vs CS Probable Playing XI

OV Playing XI

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Dale Phillips, Jamal Todd, Llew Johnson, Dean Foxcroft, Leo Carter, Max Chu (c & wk), Ruben Clinton, Ben Lockrose, Andrew Hazeldine, Matthew Bacon, Mason Clarke

CS Playing XI

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Jack Boyle, Curtis Heaphy (wk), Tom Bruce ©, William Clark, Dane Cleaver, Angus Schaw, Toby Findlay, Brett Randell, Blair Tickner, Jayden Lennox, Josh Clarkson

OV vs CS Dream11 Match Top Picks

Wicket-keeper

Max Chu

Max Chu is no doubt the best wicket-keeper pick for today's match. He is expected to bat in the top order and was in exceptional form in the recent franchise matches. He has smashed 109 runs in the last three matches. Dane Cleaver is another good wicket-keeper option for today's match.

Batters

Jack Boyle

Jack Boyle and Tom Bruce are the two best batsmen picks for today's Dream11 team. Boyle is a hard hitter who can score a lot of runs at this venue. He played exceptionally well in the recent franchise cricket matches. He has smashed 162 runs in the last four matches. Dean Phillips is another good batter for today's nail-biting match.

All-rounders

Dean Foxcroft

Dean Foxcroft and Nick Greenwood are the best all-rounder picks for the Dream11 team. Both players are crucial for today's match.

Foxcroft will bat in the top order and bowl a good quota of overs in today's match. He has smashed 97 runs and taken 3 wickets in the last three matches. Angus Schaw is another good all-rounder for today's match.

Bowlers

Blair Tickner

The top bowler picks for today's Dream11 team are Brett Randell and Blair Tickner. Both pacers can take a lot of wickets at this venue. Blair Tickner has an exceptional venue record and can take a lot of wickets in today's match. He has taken 5 wickets in the last four matches. Jayden Lennox is another good bowler for today's match.

OV vs CS match captain and vice-captain choices

Dean Foxcroft

Dean Foxcroft is the most crucial pick from Otago Volts as the pitch is expected to support both bowlers and batters. He will bat in the top order and bowl a good number of overs in today's match. He has smashed 97 runs and taken 3 wickets in the last three matches.

Jack Boyle

Jack Boyle is one of the most crucial picks from the Central Stags squad. He is in top notch form and can once again perform well at this venue. He is expected to bat in the top order and was in great form both in the recent franchise cricket matches. He has smashed 162 runs and taken 1 wicket in the last four matches.

5 Must-Picks for OV vs CS, 12th Match

Blair Tickner

Jack Boyle

Tom Bruce

Dean Foxcroft

Brett Randell

Otago Volts vs Central Stags Match Expert Tips

As the pitch is expected to be good to be well-balanced, it is advisable to make a team keeping that in mind. Making hard hitters or all-rounders the captain or vice-captain is the best way to gain maximum points and win grand leagues in today's match.