The much-anticipated Men’s Super Smash is set to make a come?back, adding another exciting chapter to New Zealand’s cricketing summer. As one of the nation’s premier domestic competitions, the Super Smash offers an electrifying platform for seasoned campaigners and budding talents alike. With the spotlight on local stars, the 2024-25 season aims to uncover emerging players while continuing to celebrate the prowess of experienced performers.

This season marks the 20th edition of the tournament, a milestone for the prestigious T20 competition. Featuring 32 matches in total, including playoffs, the event runs from December 26, 2024, to February 2, 2025. The six participating teams – Auckland Aces, Canterbury Kings, Central Stags, Wellington Firebirds, Northern Districts, and Otago Volts – are set to compete in a format that guarantees action-packed cricket througho?ut the summer.

Auckland Aces: The defending champions

The Auckland Aces, the most successful team in Super Smash history, enter the 2024-25 season as the defending champions. With five titles to their name, the Aces have established a legacy of dominance in New Zealand’s domestic T20 circuit. Their victory last year was unconventional yet decisive; although the final was abandoned due to rain, they were crowned champions by finishing atop the points table. Heading into this season, the Aces will aim to extend their title tally and cement their position as the premier force in the? competition.

Tournament format and structure

The round-robin format ensures that each of the six teams will face off twice during the league phase, providing an equal opportunity for all squads to showcase their strength. At the conclusion of the league stage, the top three teams will qualify for the playoffs. This structure not only rewards ??consistency but also adds a layer of suspense to the tournament as teams vie for the coveted play??off spots.

• The team finishing first on the points table earns a direct spot in the final.
• The teams finishing second and third will battle in an Eliminator match, with the winner advancing to the grand final.

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Men’s Super Smash 2024-25: Complete squads

• Auckland Aces: Sean Solia (c), Bevon Jacobs, Michael Sclanders, William O’Donnell, Harjot Johal, Simon Keene, Cam Fletcher (wk), Quinn Sunde (wk), Adithya Ashok, Angus Olliver, Benjamin Lister, Danru Ferns, Jock McKenzie, Jordan Sussex, Louis Delport, Matthew Gibson
• Otago Volts: Dale Phillips, Jamal Todd, Llew Johnson, Thorn Parkes, Dean Foxcroft, Jacob Cumming, Luke Georgeson, Zac Cumming, Max Chu (wk), Andrew Hazeldine, Ben Lockrose, Jake Gibson, Jarrod McKay, Matthew Bacon, Travis Muller
• Canterbury: Chad Bowes, Ken McClure, Matthew Boyle, Rhys Mariu, Cole McConchie, Henry Shipley, Michael Rippon, Zakary Foulkes, Mitchell Hay (wk), Angus McKenzie, Cameron Paul, Ed Nuttall, Fraser Sheat, Matt Rowe, Michael Rae, Sean Davey
• Central Stags: Jack Boyle, Mason Hughes, Toby Findlay, Tom Bruce, Brad Schmulian, Ewald Schreuder, Joey Field, William Clark, Curtis Heaphy (wk), Dane Cleaver (wk), Angus Schaw, Blair Tickner, Brett Randell, Jayden Lennox, Ray Toole, Tyler Annand
• Wellington Firebirds: Jesse Tashkoff, Muhammad Abbas, Nick Kelly, Sam Mycock, Tim Robinson, Troy Johnson, Logan van Beek, Nick Greenwood, Peter Younghusband, Callum McLachlan, Gareth Severin, Ian McPeake, James Hartshorn, Liam Dudding, Michael Snedden, Yahya Zeb
• Northern Districts: Jeet Raval (c), Bharat Popli, Fergus Lellman, Henry Cooper, Joe Carter, Katene Clarke, Kristian Clarke, Robert O’Donnell, Brett Hampton, Snehith Reddy, Ben Pomare (Wk), Frederick Walker, Joshua Brown, Matthew Fisher, Neil Wagner, Scott Johnston

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The excitement of the Super Smash is back as New Zealand gears up to enhance its cricketing summer with another thrilling edition of the to?urnament. T?he 2024/25 season promises an exciting blend of seasoned veterans and emerging local talents, making it a perfect platform for players to showcase their skills on a competitive stage.

Six teams will compete for the coveted Men’s Super Smash title, with Auckland Aces entering the tournament as the defending champions. Known for their consistency and dominance, the Aces are the most successful team in Super Smash history, having claimed the title five times. This season, they will look to extend their legacy and secure a sixth championship.

Their rivals, Northern Districts and Wellington Firebirds, have also made their mark on the competition, each boasting four titles to their name. With strong squads and experienced players, they will aim to dethro??ne the Aces and reclaim the top spot.

As the tournament unfolds, fans can expect high-octane action, nail-biting finishes and standout performances from both established stars and budding talents. The Super Smash not only delivers entertainment bu?t also serves as a critical platform for players to push for higher honours, including national team selection.

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Men’s Super Smash 2024-25: Fixtures

Thursday, December 26

• Northern Districts vs Auckland Aces – 10:25 am IST/ 04:55 am GMT / 05:55 pm local

Friday, December 27

• Otago Volts vs Canterbury – 8:55 am IST/ 03:25 am GMT / 04:25 pm local

Sunday, December 29

• Otago Volts vs Auckland Aces – 8:55 am IST/ 03:25 am GMT / 04:25 pm local

Tuesday, December 31

• Otago Volts vs Central Stags – 8:55 am IST/ 03:25 am GMT / 04:25 pm local

Wednesday, January 1

• Northern Districts vs Wellington Firebirds – 8:55 am IST/ 03:25 am GMT / 04:25 pm local

Friday, January 3

• Auckland Aces vs Canterbury – 8:55 am IST/ 03:25 am GMT / 04:25 pm local

Saturday, January 4

• Central Stags vs Wellington Firebirds – 8:55 am IST/ 03:25 am GMT / 04:25 pm local

Monday, January 6

• Central Stags vs Northern Districts – 8:55 am IST/ 03:25 am GMT / 04:25 pm local

Tuesday, January 7

• Canterbury vs Otago Volts – 6:40 am IST/ 01:10 am GMT / 02:10 pm local

Thursday, January 9

• Wellington Firebirds vs Central Stags – 8:55 am IST/ 03:25 am GMT / 04:25 pm local

Friday, January 10

• Canterbury vs Auckland Aces – 10:25 am IST/ 04:55 am GMT / 05:55 pm local

Sunday, January 12

• Central Stags vs Otago Volts – 8:55 am IST/ 03:25 am GMT / 04:25 pm local

Monday, January 13

• Auckland Aces vs Northern Districts – 8:55 am IST/ 03:25 am GMT / 04:25 pm local

Tuesday, January 14

• Wellington Firebirds vs Otago Volts – 8:55 am IST/ 03:25 am GMT / 04:25 pm local

Wednesday, January 15

• Auckland Aces vs Central Stags – 12:10 pm IST/ 06:40 am GMT / 12:10 pm local

Thursday, January 16

• Otago Volts vs Northern Districts – 8:55 am IST/ 03:25 am GMT / 04:25 pm local

Friday, January 17

• Central Stags vs Canterbury – 10:25 am IST/ 04:55 am GMT / 05:55 pm local

Saturday, January 18

• Otago Volts vs Wellington Firebirds – 6:55 am IST/ 01:25 am GMT / 02:25 pm local

Sunday, January 19

• Northern Districts vs Canterbury – 8:55 am IST/ 03:25 am GMT / 04:25 pm local

Monday, January 20

• Wellington Firebirds vs Auckland Aces – 10:55 am IST/ 05:25 am GMT / 06:25 pm local

Tuesday, January 21

• Northern Districts vs Central Stags – 10:25 am IST/ 04:55 am GMT / 05:55 pm local

Wednesday, January 22

• Wellington Firebirds vs Canterbury – 10:55 am IST/ 05:25 am GMT / 06:25 pm local

Thursday, January 23

• Auckland Aces vs Otago Volts – 10:55 am IST/ 05:25 am GMT / 06:25 pm local

Friday, January 24

• Canterbury vs Wellington Firebirds – 10:25 am IST/ 04:55 am GMT / 05:55 pm local

Saturday, January 25

• Northern Districts vs Otago Volts – 10:25 am IST/ 04:55 am GMT / 05:55 pm local

Sunday, January 26

• Canterbury vs Central Stags – 10:55 am IST/ 05:25 am GMT / 06:25 pm local

Monday, January 27

• Auckland Aces vs Wellington Firebirds – 12:40 pm IST/ 07:10 am GMT/ 08:10 pm local

Tuesday, January 28

• Canterbury vs Northern Districts – 10:25 am IST/ 04:55 am GMT / 05:55 pm local

Wednesday, January 29

• Central Stags vs Auckland Aces – 10:25 am IST/ 04:55 am GMT / 05:55 pm local

Thursday, January 30

• Wellington Firebirds vs Northern Districts – 8:55 am IST/ 03:25 am GMT / 04:25 pm local

Saturday, February 1

• Eliminator – 9:55 am IST/ 04:25 am GMT / 05:25 pm local

Sunday, February 2

• Final – 9:55 am IST/ 04:25 am GMT / 05:25 pm local

Broadcast and Live Streaming details:

• India: Fancode
• New Zealand: TV NZ+, TV NZ Duke
• Australia: Fox Cricket and Kayo Sports
• USA and Canada: ESPN+ (Sign up here)
• South Africa: SuperSport (206)
• UK: TNT Sports 3

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