Wellington Blaze have continued their dominance in the 2025-26 Women’s Super Smash, currently sitting comfortably at the top of the points table with 18 points from six matches. Their campaign has been defined by clinical execution, recently highlighted by a smooth six-wicket chase against Otago Sparks. Even with the absence of key players at times, the squad’s depth has allowed them to maintain a commanding lead over their rivals, making them the team to beat as the tournament progresses. Here are the top 3 players to look out for:
Georgia Plimmer
Georgia Plimmer has been a reliable presence at the top of the order for the Blaze, featuring in six matches and accumulating 162 runs. Her batting average of 27 and a strike rate of 106.57 reflect her ability to anchor the innings while still finding the boundary frequently, as evidenced by her 24 fours so far. She has shown great composure in pressure situations, notably contributing scores of 39, 62 and 36 in tight contests. Her role as a top-order batter is crucial for providing the Blaze with the solid starts they need to set or chase competitive totals.
Nicole Baird
Nicole Baird has quickly become a key component of the Blaze’s bowling strategy, especially in the middle overs where she excels at building pressure. Over six matches, she has claimed 7 wickets with an economy rate of 7.13, showing she can be both a wicket-taking threat and a restrictive force. Her standout performance came recently against the Sparks, where she turned the game by picking up 2 wickets for just 17 runs in her two-over spell. Her accuracy and ability to read the batter’s mind make her a constant threat whenever she is handed the ball.
Xara Jetly
Xara Jetly is having a sensational season and currently stands as one of the leading wicket-takers in the competition with 9 dismissals. Her bowling has been incredibly difficult to get away with, maintaining an economy rate of just 5.42 while striking regularly every 15.11 balls and best bowling figures of 3 for 21 with a bowling average of 13.66. Beyond her primary role with the ball, she has also been useful with the bat, scoring 58 runs at a strike rate of 113.72 while only being dismissed once. Her all-round utility and knack for breaking partnerships make her arguably the most impactful player for the Blaze this summer.
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