Northern Brave

Northern Brave, the New Zealand-based cricket team, has emerged as a notable force in domestic cricket despite its relatively recent formation. Established in 2021, Northern Brave was born from the merger of two strong domestic teams, the Northern Districts and the Auckland Aces, for the Super Smash in T20 cricket competitions. This makes them one of the newer teams on the block, but don’t let their freshness fool you – they’ve already made quite a splash in the national cricket scene.

In a short span, Northern Brave has demonstrated a penchant for strong performances and has quickly carved out a reputation for being tough competition. Within two years of their formation, they clinched their first title in the Super Smash during the 2021-2022 season, which was a testament to their robustness and team cohesion. This victory wasn’t just a single triumph but a harbinger of potential future dominance.

The squad boasts players who are stars in their own right, with some key figures making significant contributions to their successes. Players like Tim Seifert, who brings a dynamic edge with his batting prowess, and Scott Kuggeleijn, whose all-round capabilities have often turned the game in their favour, are just a couple of examples. Their individual brilliance, combined with a strong collective spirit, often sets the team on the winning path.

Rivalries? One might assume that given their recent establishment, rivalries would be nascent, but that hasn't deterred Northern Brave from embracing the fierce competition against Canterbury Kings and Central Stags. Their matches against these sides often produce fireworks and keenly contested battles.

The playing style of Northern Brave is characterised by a bold batting approach and tactical precision, with an evident emphasis on aggression and adaptability. This adaptability is perhaps one of their greatest strengths, allowing them to navigate different match situations with ease.

Mount Maunganui’s Bay Oval serves as their home ground, a place where fans gather with unwavering enthusiasm, creating a supportive and passionate atmosphere that propels the team forward. The fan culture is still maturing, filled with anticipation and hope, with traditions slowly taking root as the team finds its identity.

Northern Brave holds a unique place in New Zealand cricket as a symbol of unity and potential, bringing together players and fans with aspirations of growing their legacy and redefining the domestic cricket landscape. Their journey, though early, indicates a promising future filled with excitement and, hopefully, more silverware.

Play Offs, Elimination Final, Super Smash - February 1, 2025

Northern Brave

110/9 (20)

Canterbury Kings

111/3 (13.1)

Canterbury Kings won by 7 wickets (with 41 balls remaining)

Player of the Match

Matt Henry

Regular Season, 30th Match, Super Smash - January 30, 2025

Wellington Firebirds

Northern Brave

Match abandoned without a ball bowled

Regular Season, 28th Match, Super Smash - January 28, 2025

Canterbury Kings

175/7 (20)

Northern Brave

119/9 (20)

Canterbury Kings won by 56 runs

Player of the Match

Matthew Boyle

Regular Season, 25th Match, Super Smash - January 25, 2025

Northern Brave

146/6 (17.3)

Otago Volts

143/7 (20)

Northern Brave won by 4 wickets (with 15 balls remaining)

Player of the Match

Robert O’Donnell

Regular Season, 21st Match, Super Smash - January 21, 2025

Northern Brave

Central Stags

Match abandoned without a ball bowled

Regular Season, 19th Match, Super Smash - January 19, 2025

Northern Brave

142/8 (20)

Canterbury Kings

165/9 (20)

Canterbury Kings won by 23 runs

Regular Season, 16th Match, Super Smash - January 16, 2025

Otago Volts

204/8 (20)

Northern Brave

212/2 (20)

Northern Brave won by 8 runs

Regular Season, 13th Match, Super Smash - January 13, 2025

Auckland Aces

187/5 (20)

Northern Brave

193/5 (19.1)

Northern Brave won by 5 wickets (with 5 balls remaining)

Player of the Match

Katene Clarke

Regular Season, 8th Match, Super Smash - January 6, 2025

Central Stags

195/5 (20)

Northern Brave

131/10 (18.1)

Central Stags won by 64 runs

Regular Season, 5th Match, Super Smash - January 1, 2025

Northern Brave

166/4 (18.2)

Wellington Firebirds

160/8 (20)

Northern Brave won by 6 wickets (with 10 balls remaining)

Player of the Match

Joe Carter

Joe Carter
Position: Top Order Batter
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Age: 32

Katene Clarke
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 25

Ben Pomare
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Age: 24

Robert O’Donnell
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 30

Jeet Raval
Position: Top Order Batter
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Legbreak
Age: 36

Brett Hampton
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 34

Fergus Lellman
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 23

Neil Wagner
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Left Arm Fast Medium
Age: 39

Frederick Walker
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Slow Left Arm Orthodox
Age: 30

Matthew Fisher
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 25

Kristian Clarke
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 24

Tim Seifert
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Age: 30

Anton Devcich
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Slow Left Arm Orthodox
Age: 39

Daniel Flynn
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Slow Left Arm Orthodox
Age: 40

Dean Brownlie
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 40

Daryl Mitchell
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 41

Scott Kuggeleijn
Position: Bowling Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 33

Brett Randell
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 30

Mitchell Santner
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Slow Left Arm Orthodox
Age: 33

Peter Bocock
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Age: 34

Ish Sodhi
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Legbreak
Age: 32

Corey Anderson
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Left Arm Fast Medium
Age: 34

Chris Jordan
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 36

Tarun Nethula
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Legbreak
Age: 42

Nick Kelly
Position: Top Order Batter
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Slow Left Arm Orthodox
Age: 31

Zak Gibson
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 28

Kyle Abbott
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 37

Daryl Mitchell
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 34

Tim Southee
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 36

Anurag Verma
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 34

Matthew Fisher
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 27

Henry Cooper
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 32

Joe Walker
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Age: 32

Colin de Grandhomme
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 38

Trent Boult
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Left Arm Fast Medium
Age: 35

Kane Williamson
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Age: 34

Tim Pringle
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast
Age: 22

Flynn McGregor-Sumpter
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 26

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

Bay Oval
City: Mount Maunganu
Country: New Zealand

Cobham Oval (New)
City: Whangarei
Country: New Zealand

Molyneux Park
City: Alexandra
Country: New Zealand

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