Northern Brave Women face off against Wellington Blaze in Match 6 of the KFC Women’s Super Smash 2025-26 on Wednesday, 31st December. The venue for this match is Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui and the scheduled start time is 5:10 AM IST. Ahead of this contest check out our Northern Brave Women vs Wellington Blaze prediction, props, stats, pitch report, head to head record, squad and match winner prediction.
Northern Brave Women vs Wellington Blaze Props
Stats
- Northern Brave Women won 4 of the 12 Women's Super Smash matches played at Bay Oval.
- Caitlin Gurrey has scored the most runs in WT20 matches played at Bay Oval (327 runs in 11 innings).
Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui Pitch Report
The pitch at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui is generally well balanced, offering assistance to both batters and bowlers. Fast bowlers can find some early movement with the new ball, while the consistent bounce helps batters play confidently once set. As the match progresses, the surface tends to flatten out, making stroke play easier in the middle and latter stages. Spinners receive limited but useful assistance, mainly through bounce rather than sharp turn.
Northern Brave Women vs Wellington Blaze Head to Head
In the 17 Women's Super Smash matches played between Northern Brave Women and Wellington Blaze, the Blaze has dominated with 11 wins, while the Brave won 5 matches. One match ended in no result.
- Matches Played: 17
- Northern Brave Women: 5
- Wellington Blaze: 11
- No Result: 1
Head to Head at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui
At Bay Oval, the home team has won twice while Wellington Blaze won once in the three matches played here so far.
- Matches Played: 3
- Northern Brave Women: 2
- Wellington Blaze: 1
Northern Brave Women vs Wellington Blaze Squads
Northern Brave Women Squad: Tash Wakelin, Jess Watkin (C), Jo Gardner, Caitlin Gurrey, Nensi Patel, Marina Lamplough, Eve Wollond, Holly Topp (WK), Lucy Boucher, Marama Downes, Kayley Knight, Carol Agafili.
Wellington Blaze Squad: Nicole Baird, Maitlan Brown, Rebecca Burns, Hannah Francis, Xara Jetly, Melie Kerr (C), Jess Kerr, Sam Mackinder, Jess McFadyen (WK), Isla McKenzie , Georgia Plimmer, Jess Simmons.
Northern Brave Women vs Wellington Blaze Match Winner Prediction
Wellington Blaze are favourites to win this clash, backed by their dominant past record and excellent recent form. They have won all of their last four matches, showcasing strong consistency and momentum. Moreover, they also enjoy an edge in head-to-head encounters. With confidence high and key players delivering regularly, Wellington Blaze are well placed to continue their winning run in this fixture.
Our Prediction: Wellington Blaze to Win!
