Auckland Aces

The Auckland Aces, representing New Zealand, have a rich cricketing history stretching back to their establishment in 1873. With their roots deeply woven into New Zealand's cricketing tapestry, the Aces have long been a powerhouse in domestic circuits. Over the years, they have consistently showcased excellence and tenacity on the pitch, etching their name among the country's elite teams.

In terms of accolades, the Auckland Aces have accumulated an impressive array of championships, which includes multiple Plunket Shield titles, Ford Trophy victories, and men's Super Smash triumphs. They've become synonymous with not just winning, but with a style that's both audacious and cautiously strategic, a balancing act that's served them remarkably well.

Several players have left indelible marks in the Aces' annals. Martin Crowe, one of New Zealand's most luminous cricketing icons, refined his craft with the Aces. Then there's Richard Hadlee, a colossal figure in Kiwis' cricket history, who also donned the Auckland colours for a significant period. In more recent times, Martin Guptill has been a vital cog for the team, providing explosive starts at the top of the order, while Kyle Jamieson's towering presence has added firepower with the ball.

One cannot delve into the Auckland Aces' narrative without mentioning their intense rivalries, particularly with the Wellington Firebirds and Canterbury. Such encounters often lead to noteworthy matches, laden with drama and suspense, keeping fans on the edge of their seats, reminiscing about those exhilarating final-ball finishes or astonishing comebacks.

Style-wise, the Aces have always been an aggressive outfit. Their playing philosophy seems to oscillate between cautious precision and unrestrained aggression, frequently leveraging their deep batting line-up and versatile bowling attack. Over the decades, they've never shied away from employing budding talents with unorthodox techniques, which occasionally catch opponents off guard.

Eden Park, the Aces' historical home ground, carries with it a legacy of memorable matches and serves as a fortress for the team. With a unique multi-purpose character, it continues to host legions of spirited supporters. The fan culture is vibrant and diverse, comprising long-standing followers who've witnessed decades of highs and lows, along with a newer, enthusiastic crowd eager to continue the legacy. The Auckland Aces remain a cricketing embodiment of the city's spirit—resilient, innovative, and ever-evolving—a testament to their enduring allure in domestic cricket.

Play Offs, Eliminator, Super Smash - January 30, 2026

Auckland Aces

106/10 (18.4)

Canterbury Kings

108/1 (10.3)

Canterbury Kings won by 9 wickets (with 57 balls remaining)

Regular Season, 30th Match, Super Smash - January 26, 2026

Auckland Aces

219/5 (19)

Central Stags

210/4 (19)

Auckland Aces won by 8 runs (D/L Method)

Regular Season, 26th Match, Super Smash - January 22, 2026

Auckland Aces

110/10 (14.3)

Northern Brave

217/8 (20)

Northern Brave won by 107 runs

Regular Season, 21st Match, Super Smash - January 16, 2026

Central Stags

142/7 (20)

Auckland Aces

132/8 (20)

Central Stags won by 10 runs

Player of the Match

Ajaz Patel

Regular Season, 19th Match, Super Smash - January 13, 2026

Auckland Aces

136/1 (10.1)

Canterbury Kings

132/10 (20)

Auckland Aces won by 9 wickets (with 59 balls remaining)

Player of the Match

Rohit Gulati

Regular Season, 17th Match, Super Smash - January 12, 2026

Otago Volts

159/10 (20)

Auckland Aces

161/5 (18.4)

Auckland Aces won by 5 wickets (with 8 balls remaining)

Regular Season, 15th Match, Super Smash - January 10, 2026

Canterbury Kings

216/6 (20)

Auckland Aces

199/4 (20)

Canterbury Kings won by 17 runs

Player of the Match

Lachie Harper

Regular Season, 11th Match, Super Smash - January 5, 2026

Auckland Aces

200/6 (20)

Otago Volts

112/10 (15.1)

Auckland Aces won by 88 runs

Player of the Match

Dale Phillips

Regular Season, 8th Match, Super Smash - January 2, 2026

Auckland Aces

Wellington Firebirds

Match abandoned without a ball bowled

Regular Season, 4th Match, Super Smash - December 29, 2025

Wellington Firebirds

187/7 (20)

Auckland Aces

189/5 (19.2)

Auckland Aces won by 5 wickets (with 4 balls remaining)

Player of the Match

Harjot Johal

Glenn Phillips
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Age: 29

Mark Chapman
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Slow Left Arm Orthodox
Age: 31

Craig Cachopa
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Age: 34

Robert O’Donnell
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 31

Donovan Grobbelaar
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Left Arm Fast Medium
Age: 42

Ronnie Hira
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Slow Left Arm Orthodox
Age: 39

William Somerville
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Age: 41

Mitchell McClenaghan
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Left Arm Fast Medium
Age: 39

Matthew Quinn
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 33

Graeme Beghin
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 36

Daniel Bell-Drummond
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 32

Colin Munro
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 39

Lockie Ferguson
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast
Age: 34

Benjamin Lister
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Left Arm Fast Medium
Age: 30

Martin Guptill
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Age: 39

James Vince
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 35

Sean Solia
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Left Arm Fast Medium
Age: 33

Corey Anderson
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Left Arm Fast Medium
Age: 35

Kyle Jamieson
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 31

Ross ter Braak
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Left Arm Fast Medium
Age: 29

Louis Delport
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Slow Left Arm Orthodox
Age: 38

Ben Horne
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Slow Left Arm Orthodox
Age: 32

William O'Donnell
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Age: 28

Olly Pringle
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 34

Danru Ferns
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 32

Bradley Rodden
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 37

Ryan Harrison
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 26

George Worker
Position: Batting Allrounder
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Slow Left Arm Orthodox
Age: 36

Cole Briggs
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Age: 28

Adithya Ashok
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Age: 23

Max O'Dowd
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Age: 32

Matthew Gibson
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Left Arm Fast Medium
Age: 26

Finn Allen
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Age: 27

James Neesham
Position: Batting Allrounder
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 35

Cam Fletcher
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Age: 33

Nikith Perera
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Slow Left Arm Orthodox
Age: 24

Jock McKenzie
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 24

Michael Sclanders
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 26

Simon Keene
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 24

Siddhesh Dixit
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 26

Bevon Jacobs
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 24

Eden Park Outer Oval
City: Auckland
Country: New Zealand

Hagley Oval
City: Christchurch
Country: New Zealand
Capacity: 18000

University Oval
City: Dunedin
Country: New Zealand
Capacity: 4500

Seddon Park
City: Hamilton
Country: New Zealand
Capacity: 10000

Pukekura Park
City: New Plymouth
Country: New Zealand

Eden Park
City: Auckland
Country: New Zealand
Capacity: 41000

Basin Reserve
City: Wellington
Country: New Zealand
Capacity: 11600

McLean Park
City: Napier
Country: New Zealand
Capacity: 10500

Kennards Hire Community Oval
City: Auckland
Country: New Zealand
Capacity: 10000