AA vs NB Match Prediction : 26th Match, Super Smash 2025-26
Northern Brave To Win, 1.97
Northern Districts have lost fewer matches during the league stage.
ND hold a superior overall head-to-head record against Auckland Aces in T20 cricket.
The Northern Districts top order, featuring Katene Clarke, Brett Hampton, and Robert O'Donnell, has been in excellent form.
AUCK vs NB Betting Tips
The first legal delivery of the contest to be a dot ball
In T20 cricket, especially in day–night fixtures, openers often take the first ball to assess pace, bounce, and movement. With fresh bowlers and some early assistance expected at Eden Park Outer Oval, the opening delivery is likely to be played cautiously, making a dot ball a strong probability.
Someone to score a fifty in the contest
While the pitch may offer assistance early on, batting conditions are expected to improve as the game progresses. With several in-form batters in both line-ups, the chances of at least one player registering a half-century in this match are high.
Team form (Last 5 matches)
Auckland Aces
Northern Brave
The 26th match of the Super Smash 2025–26 season will see Auckland Aces take on Northern Districts in a day/night encounter at the Eden Park Outer Oval in Auckland. This preview covers the pitch report, betting tips, predicted playing XIs, and match prediction for this contest.
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Auckland Aces vs Northern Brave Head-to-Head Record
Auckland Aces and Northern Districts have faced each other 31 times in T20 cricket so far. Northern Districts hold a narrow edge in this rivalry, leading the head-to-head record 17–14.
Auckland Aces vs Northern Brave Live-streaming and Broadcast
In Australia, the Big Bash League is broadcast on Channel 7 and Fox Cricket, with live streaming options available through Kayo Sports, Foxtel Go, and 7plus.​
For viewers in the Indian subcontinent, coverage in India is available on the Star Sports Network and streamed via Disney+ Hotstar. Fans in Pakistan can watch the matches on PTV Sports and Ten Sports, while those in Bangladesh can also tune in via the Star Sports Network feeds.​
In the United Kingdom, Sky Sports Cricket holds the exclusive broadcast rights, allowing fans to stream the action live on Sky Go and NOW.
You can find live odds, updated tips after every day's play, and more information about this match at ocbsports.com.
AA vs NB Team Previews
Auckland Aces
Auckland Aces have enjoyed a strong campaign in the Super Smash so far. From eight matches, they have recorded four wins, suffered two defeats, and seen two games end without a result. This has earned them 20 points and an impressive net run rate of +1.502. They have won three of their last five matches in the league stage.
However, the Aces are coming off a narrow 10-run defeat against Central Districts in their most recent outing. Chasing 143, they were restricted to 132 for eight, falling just short despite a competitive bowling effort.
Bevon Jacobs has been the standout performer with the bat for Auckland. He is currently in sensational form, having struck five consecutive half-centuries in the competition. Jacobs has accumulated 477 runs from his last ten innings at an outstanding average of 59.62. Dale Phillips has also been consistent, scoring 239 runs from seven innings at an average of 39.83.
In the bowling department, Angus Olliver has been the leading wicket-taker, picking up 17 wickets in his last ten matches at an average of 17.47. Harjot Johal has provided excellent support, claiming 14 wickets in his previous six outings at an impressive average of 11.92.
Auckland Aces Expected Playing 11
Dale Phillips, Sean Solia (c), Martin Guptill, Mark Chapman, Bevon Jacobs, Cam Fletcher †, Ryan Harrison, Siddhesh Dixit, Harjot Johal, Angus Olliver, Rohit Gulati.
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Northern Brave
Northern Districts have arguably been the most consistent side in the competition so far. They have played eight matches, winning four, losing just one, while two fixtures ended in no-results. With 22 points and a net run rate of +1.386, they currently sit at the top of the Super Smash points table.
After a slow start to the season, Northern Districts found momentum at the right time, winning four consecutive matches before their most recent game was washed out. As a result, they remain unbeaten in their last five completed matches.
Katene Clarke has led the charge with the bat and comes into this match after scoring a century in his previous outing. He has amassed 363 runs from nine innings at an average of 51.85. Brett Hampton has also been in fine touch, scoring 327 runs at an average of 36.33, while captain Robert O'Donnell has chipped in with valuable contributions in the middle order.
With the ball, Scott Kuggeleijn has been highly effective, picking up 13 wickets from seven matches at an average of 16.23. Matthew Fisher has added depth to the attack, claiming ten wickets across the season.
Northern Brave Expected Playing 11
Katene Clarke, Brett Hampton, Joe Carter, Robert O'Donnell (c), Scott Kuggeleijn, Ben Pomare †, Xavier Bell, Tim Pringle, Ollie White, Zak Gibson, Matthew Fisher.
AA vs NB Toss Prediction
A total of 47 T20 matches have been played at Eden Park Outer Oval. Teams chasing have won 27 of those encounters, indicating a clear advantage for sides batting second. The captain winning the toss is therefore likely to opt to field first.
Pitch Report and Weather Conditions
Eden Park Outer Oval is known for offering early assistance to fast bowlers, particularly with the new ball. As the match progresses, the surface generally flattens out, allowing batters to play their shots more freely. Conditions are expected to be partly cloudy with some sunshine during the game, providing ideal weather for cricket.
AA vs NB: Who Will Win?
Both teams have been among the standout performers in this year’s Super Smash and currently occupy the top two positions on the points table. However, Northern Districts enter this match with stronger recent momentum, having won four of their last five games, while Auckland Aces are coming off a defeat.
Given their consistency, in-form top order, and superior head-to-head record, Northern Districts look slightly better placed to win this contest and strengthen their hold at the top of the table.
Bet on Northern Brave to win.
