The Super Smash 2024-25 season will kick off on December 26 and end on February 2, featuring 64 games in total 32 double headers for both men’s and women’s teams.
Opening Matches and Key Fixtures
The defending champions, Auckland Aces, will face off against Northern Districts, winners of the 2021-22 and 2022-23 seasons, in the first match of the men’s Super Smash on Boxing Day at Seddon Park, Hamilton. Earlier that day, the women’s match will see Northern Brave playing against Auckland Hearts at the same venue.
The Wellington Blaze, defending champions of the women’s league, will begin their quest for a record ninth title on New Year’s Day against Northern Brave in Hamilton.
Last season’s men’s runners-up, Canterbury Kings, will start their campaign on December 27 against Otago Volts in Alexandra. Meanwhile, the women’s finalists from last year, Central Hinds, will open their season against Otago Sparks on December 31.
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Tournament Overview and Venues
This year’s tournament, spanning December 26 to February 2, will take place across ten venues in New Zealand and feature 64 games, with 32 double-headers for men’s and women’s teams.
For the first time, the finals will be held at a pre-determined venue. The Basin Reserve in Wellington will host both the men’s and women’s elimination finals on February 1, followed by the championship matches on February 2.
Growing Popularity and Expectations
“The Super Smash continues to grow in popularity, and it’s thrilling to see it remain accessible to fans all over New Zealand,” said NZC CEO Scott Weenink. “It’s a great platform to showcase our sport to both new and existing fans and highlight our domestic teams and rising stars.“
Weenink added that the competition is quickly becoming New Zealand’s favorite summer domestic tournament, with over 1.3 million viewers tuning in last year. He hopes to see it reach even greater heights this season.
Concurrent Series
The Super Smash will run alongside New Zealand men’s white-ball series against Sri Lanka, featuring T20Is and ODIs, scheduled to run until January 11. New Zealand’s women players are expected to participate in the entire Super Smash tournament.
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