ND vs CS Live Score, 29th Match, Ford Trophy Live Score, ND vs CS Live Score Updates, ND vs CS Playin XI’s

Venue:         Seddon Park, Hamilton

Match Preview

Northern Districts and Central Stags will go one-on-one against each other in the 29^th match of the Ford Trophy 2020-21 on Sunday. After getting outplayed by the bottom-placed Central Stags by 6 wickets in their previous match, Northern Districts have to win their final league game to ensure their knockout spot. They have played some quality cricket in this tournament by winning 5 matches so far and they currently hold the second spot in the standings with 22 points. Their current form is not that good as they have lost 3 consecutive matches on the trot so they are a bit under pressure and they are hoping to get back to the winning ways.

On the other hand, Central Stags are not in contention for the knockout spot since they have won only two matches out of their 9 games. They currently are at the bottom of the table with 12 points. Though they have lost 7 matches in this competition, their 2 victories came against the top 2 teams Canterbury and Northern Districts. They will be aiming to end on a winning note.

ND vs CS Squads

Northern Districts

Jeet Raval, Katene Clarke, Joe Carter (c), BJ Watling (wk), Colin De Grandhomme, Henry Cooper, Brett Hampton, Scott Kuggeleijn, Anurag Verma, Joe Walker, Matthew Fisher.

Central Stags

George Worker, Dane Cleaver (wk), Will Young, Ross Taylor, Tom Bruce (c), Josh Clarkson, Christian Leopard, Ben Wheeler, Ajaz Patel, Blair Tickner, Jayden Lennox.

Weather Report & Pitch Condition

Light drizzle is possible during this game. The humidity levels are moderate at 55%.

This is the first time where Seddon Park is hosting the Ford Trophy match this year. It is a round, well-grassed ground with a centre block of nine pitches, running approximately north to south. It is very conducive to the batsmen.

ND vs CS Top Picks

• Jeet Raval is the second-leading run-scorer in the tournament, having scored 362 runs at an average of 45. His international experience is definitely a big plus for Northern Districts.
• George Worker is the leading run-scorer for Central Stags. He has scored 291 runs at an average of 41. He will be looking to finish the tournament on high, as his team is already out of the tournament.
• Colin De Grandhomme is a very powerful striker of the bowler and he can also contribute with the ball. He recently lost his place in the limited-overs team of New Zealand and this is a good opportunity for him to get his place back.
• Ross Taylor is the most experienced player from his team. You can expect a big knock from him. His addition to the team is a big plus for Central Stags.
• Brett Hampton is the leading wicket-taker for Northern Districts. He has taken 12 wickets from 8 matches and he also is a decent lower-order batsman.

Suggested Playing XI for ND vs CS Dream11 Fantasy Cricket

Fantasy Suggestion #1: Dane Cleaver, Jeet Raval, George Worker, Katene Clarke, Ross Taylor, Brett Hampton, Josh Clarkson, Scott Kuggeleijn, Anurag Verma, Jayden Lennox, Blair Tickner

Captain: Brett Hampton, Vice-Captain: Josh Clarkson

Fantasy Suggestion #2: Dane Cleaver, Jeet Raval, George Worker, Katene Clarke, Tom Bruce, Brett Hampton, Josh Clarkson, Colin de Grandhomme, Anurag Verma, Jayden Lennox, Joe Walker

Captain: George Worker, Vice-Captain: Jeet Raval