The 28th match of the Women’s Super Smash 20252-26 will be played on 24 January 2026, as Central Hinds take on Otago Sparks. Central Hinds have enjoyed a solid campaign so far, registering five wins from their eight matches (with two losses and one no result), while Otago Sparks have managed three victories in nine outings this season, suffering five defeats. Both teams will be looking to build momentum as they face off at McLean Park in Napier.
Squads:
Central Hinds Women’s Cricket Team
Hannah Rowe, Lizzy Cohr, Flora Devonshire, Kate Gaging, Claudia Green, Ashtuti Kumar, Emma McLeod, Rosemary Mair, Cate Pedersen, Grace Scrivens, Bryony Smith, Kerry Tomlinson
Otago Sparks Women’s Cricket Team
Polly Inglis, Emma Black, Caitlin Blakely, Anna Browning, Chloe Deerness, Eva Gray, Laura Harris, Bella James, Louisa Kotkamp, Felicity Robertson, Anika Todd, PJ Watkins
Players to watch out:
Emma McLeod
This 19-year-old all-rounder blends promise with poise, having featured in three WT20Is where she scored 59 runs. Her recent form peaks with an unbeaten 53 against Auckland Hearts, hinting at her potential to dominate familiar foes with either disciplined spin or steady batting.
Grace Scrivens
The 22-year-old left-hander doubles as a crafty right-arm off-break bowler. She recently dismantled Auckland Hearts batting order, claiming 4 wickets for just 13 runs, a spell that could repeat and tilt the game in her team’s favor.
Felicity Leydon-Davis
At 31-year-old with 8 WT20Is and 4 wickets (best figures of 2/15), she remains a vital cog. She scored 49 versus Northern Brave and took 1 wicket, showing her all-round threat on a ground she knows well.
Poll Inglis
With six WT20Is under her belt, this keeper-batter has been consistent this season. Recent matches yield scores of 15, 35, 5, 26, 23, 19* and 20*, underlining her ability to grind out innings and steady the middle order against Central’s attack.
Pitch:
McLean Park in Napier is known for its batting-friendly conditions, particularly for the first innings. The pitch offers good bounce and pace, which allows batters to play their strokes freely. While bowlers may find some early assistance, particularly pacers, the pitch generally becomes more favorable for batting as the match progresses.
Weather:
Napier faces a pleasant evening with minimum temperatures at 13°C and maximums reaching 22°C under clear skies. Precipitation chances sit at 0%, with winds at 19 km/h and humidity at 69%, perfect conditions for a full game and boundary-hitting cricket.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Polly Inglis, Emma Black, Hannah Rowe, Flora Devonshire, Anna Browning, Laura Harris, Louisa Kotkamp, Felicity Robertson, Grace Scrivens, Bryony Smith, Rosemary Mair
Match Details:
Date – January 24, 2026
Time – 6:40 AM IST
Venue – McLean Park, Napier
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