India's Trusted Fantasy Cricket Analysis Platform
Dream11 Prediction Today Cricket match

WF vs CTB Dream11 Prediction (Super Smash, 23rd Match), in Wellington, January 19, 2026 – Fantasy Tips, Playing11, Pitch Report

Vishal Mutha·
Last Updated:

WF vs CTB Dream11 Prediction, Match 23 – Super Smash 2025-26, The Super Smash 2026 continues with the 23rd Match between the Wellington Firebirds and the Canterbury Kings. The action unfolds at Basin Reserve, Wellington, on January 19, 2026, at 8:55 AM. Let’s look at the top player picks, pitch conditon and key stats.

Match Details

Team Wellington Firebirds (WF) vs Canterbury Kings (CTB)
Competition Super Smash 2026
Date & Time January 19, 2026, 8:55 AM
Venue Basin Reserve, Wellington
Live Stream Fancode App/Website
Scorecard WF vs CTB Live Score

WF vs CTB Team Preview, H2H & Recent Records

In the Super Smash 2026 points table, Wellington Firebirds are currently placed at No. 6 after 8 matches, while Canterbury Kings sit at No. 3 having played 5 games so far.
The complete updated points table for this competition is given below:

Team Matches Won Lost Points Win Ratio Last 5 Results
Canterbury Kings 6 4 2 16 66.67% L,W,L,W,W
Wellington Firebirds 8 1 6 6 12.50% L,L,L,L,N

Wellington Firebirds Team Preview & Key Tips

Wellington Firebirds lost by 5 wickets against Otago Volts. In that match, Tom Blundell delivered a solid performance, scoring 47 runs in 35 balls, while Jesse Tashkoff added 24 runs off 12 balls. On the bowling side, James Hartshorn and Ben Sears picked up 3 and 1 wickets respectively.

Tim Robinson and Tom Blundell are expected to open the innings, while Gareth Severin will follow them at no.3 for WF.

Muhammad Abbas, Jesse Tashkoff and Oscar Jackson will anchor the middle order and look to control the innings.

Callum McLachlan, Logan van Beek and Peter Younghusband will provide finishing firepower in the lower middle order.

Logan van Beek and James Hartshorn are likely to start the proceedings with the ball and look for early breakthroughs.

Ben Sears, Jesse Tashkoff and Peter Younghusband will be used through the middle phases of the innings to keep control and pick up wickets.

Canterbury Kings Team Preview & Key Tips

Canterbury Kings lost by 9 wickets against Auckland Aces. In that match, Leo Carter played a brilliant knock, scoring 39 runs in 32 balls, while Jesse Frew added 23 runs off 16 balls. On the bowling side, Cole McConchie and Fraser Sheat picked up 1 and 0 wickets respectively.

Rhys Mariu and Harry Chamberlain are expected to open the innings, while Matt Boyle will follow them at no.3 for CTB.

Cole McConchie, Leo Carter and Michael Rippon will stabilise the middle order and look to rotate the strike.

Jesse Frew, Cameron Paul, Lachie Harper and Ish Sodhi will handle the lower middle order and finish the innings strongly.

Cole McConchie and Fraser Sheat are expected to share the new ball and look for early wickets.

Cameron Paul, Lachie Harper and Michael Rippon will provide control through the middle phases of the innings.

Ish Sodhi can also be effective as an additional bowling option.

Head-to-Head Record

Matches  WF Won CTB Won No Result Tied
Overall (38) 18 20 0 0
Last 5 2 3 0 0

Predicted XI for WF vs CTB & Must Have Players pick

WF Probable XI CTB Probable XI
  1. Tim Robinson
  2. Tom Blundell
  3. Gareth Severin
  4. Muhammad Abbas
  5. Jesse Tashkoff
  6. Callum McLachlan
  7. Oscar Jackson
  8. Logan van Beek
  9. Peter Younghusband
  10. Ben Sears
  11. James Hartshorn
  1. Rhys Mariu
  2. Matt Boyle
  3. Leo Carter
  4. Jesse Frew
  5. Ish Sodhi
  6. Fraser Sheat
  7. Harry Chamberlain
  8. Cole McConchie
  9. Michael Rippon
  10. Cameron Paul
  11. Lachie Harper

Must Have Player from Wellington Firebirds

  • Top Batters: Tom Blundell, Jesse Tashkoff
  • Top Bowlers: Ben Sears, Yahya Zeb

Must Have Player from Canterbury Kings

  • Top Batters: Tom Latham, Matt Boyle
  • Top Bowlers: Cole McConchie, Cameron Paul

WF vs CTB Pitch Report & Weather Update for Basin Reserve, Wellington

Pitch Report — The pitch conditions here at Basin Reserve traditionally T20 reads as steady but not extravagant for pacers, fair for batters, with average purchase for spinners. Par-score bands sit roughly at Low: 140, Medium: 160, High: 180.

Live Weather Update – Currently Overcast clouds. Heavy cloud could exaggerate the early swing. High humidity (96%) may help the ball grip later, nudging spinners into the game. A breeze around 5.7 m/s could carry well-timed hits.

Category Details
Pitch Condition
Batting Condition Average
Pace Bowling Condition Average
Spin Bowling Condition Average

Wellington Firebirds vs Canterbury Kings Player Stats & Record 2026

WF vs CTB 23rd T20 Dream11 Prediction Based on Stats 2025-26

WF vs CK 23rd T20 Dream11 Prediction Based on Stats 2025-26


Wellington Firebirds vs Canterbury Kings Top Captaincy Options

For Small League

Tom Blundell, Jesse Tashkoff, Tom Latham, and Matt Boyle will be good options.

For Grand League

Players like Ben Sears, Yahya Zeb, Cole McConchie, and Cameron Paul will be good differential picks.


FAQ – WF vs CTB Quick Summaries

Which are the Key Players for Wellington Firebirds (WF)?

Tom Blundell, Jesse Tashkoff, Ben Sears, and Yahya Zeb will be the key players for Team WF.

Which are the Key Players for Canterbury Kings (CTB)?

Tom Latham, Matt Boyle, Cole McConchie, and Cameron Paul will be the key players for Team CTB.

What’s the pitch report for Basin Reserve, Wellington?

The Basin Reserve offers a fast-bowler-friendly track with significant green grass and wind-assisted swing. Batters thrive after surviving the powerplay, while spinners struggle on a pitch favouring pace and bounce.

Who are the best captain/vice-captain picks for today’s WF vs CTB match?

Tom Blundell, Jesse Tashkoff, Tom Latham, and Matt Boyle will be good options for C/VC.


Disclaimer:

  • MyFinal11 doesn’t guarantee the participant will win rewards/prizes based on any information mentioned in the Fantasy Expert Tips.
  • Information provided is purely based on expert insights and data and is independent of the upcoming player performances.
  • MyFinal11 bears no responsibility towards points/rewards/prizes the participant may win while playing Fantasy Cricket or any other such game.
  • Content mentioned in the Fantasy Tips is subject to change based on factors like changes in weather, injury, etc.
  • The contents of this page are updated until the start of the match.
VM
About Vishal Mutha
View all articles