Canterbury Kings vs Auckland Aces Preview & Prediction

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THE FACTS

When is Canterbury Kings vs Auckland Aces taking place? Canterbury Kings vs Auckland Aces will take place on Tuesday 18^th January, 2022 at 05:40 (UK)

Where is Canterbury Kings vs Auckland Aces taking place? Canterbury Kings vs Auckland Aces will take place at Hagley Oval in Christchurch

What is the expected weather for Canterbury Kings vs Auckland Aces? 18c in sunny skies

Where can I get tickets for Canterbury Kings vs Auckland Aces? Click here to buy tickets for Canterbury Kings vs Auckland Aces

What TV channel is Canterbury Kings vs Auckland Aces on in the UK? Canterbury Kings vs Auckland Aces will be televised live on BT Sport

Where can I stream Canterbury Kings vs Auckland Aces? BT Sport subscribers can stream Canterbury Kings vs Auckland Aces live on the BT Sport Player & app

THE TEAM NEWS

CANTERBURY KINGS

• Canterbury Kings made it three straight wins in the Super Smash thanks to getting the better of Auckland Aces in their last encounter and they will be confident of recording another success coming up against the same team in quick succession.
• The Kings were superb in chasing down a target of 168 for the victory with Cam Fletcher’s 57 not out off just 39 balls proving to be the difference between the two teams as the Kings did what was required with 13 balls to spare.

AUCKLAND ACES

• Auckland Aces claimed an incredible victory in their clash with Otago Volts as their tail-enders did what was required to snatch a one-wicket success with just two balls remaining in the contest.
• The Aces looked like they were on their way to a huge defeat after falling to 13/5 and 26/6 but they responded excellently through Sean Solia whose match-winning knock of 67* turned the game on its head to claim a crucial victory.

THE PREDICTION

Canterbury Kings will be eager to record another success as they take on Auckland Aces. The Kings got the better of the Aces in their last outing to make it three straight wins and they remain in a strong position to challenge for top spot on the ladder. The Aces will have other ideas having made an immediate return to winning ways in their last contest, making it four victories in their last five. However, they had to dig deep to win their last game with Otago Volts and another batting collapse this time out is likely to be punished with the Kings set to extend their winning streak.