Either way, both sides will be hoping to at least get some cricket after an annoying spell of wash-outs. The Volts (six points) are guaranteed to earn the Ford Trophy wooden spoon but, after six losses and three no-results, they should be highly motivated to avoid a winless campaign. Auckland (16) have had a moderate season with three wins, five losses and one abandonment. Auckland seamer Simon Keene will be thirsting for action after returning from injury against Northern Districts on Friday and taking a wicket with his second ball before the rain came. After the Queenstown game, Otago have 11 days to prepare for the first of their four remaining Plunket Shield games.

Source: Otago Daily Times February 16, 2026 21:32 UTC