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ACES Secure First Ford Trophy Win, Set to Face Northern Districts at Bay Oval
By Friday, 30 October 2026, 1:12 pm Press Release: Auckland Cricket
The Auckland ACES travelled to Bay Oval for a Ford Trophy match against Northern Districts on Saturday, 31 October, after a victorious opening game against Canterbury. At Eden Park’s Kennards Hire Community Oval on Wednesday, 28 October, openers Dale Phillips and captain Sean Solia scored centuries. Phillips made 112 off 95 balls, hitting 11 fours and six sixes, while Solia scored 120 from 119 deliveries, with 14 fours and three sixes. Cam Fletcher added 58 from 43 balls, and Ryan Harrison finished on 26 not out from 11 balls. The ACES dismissed Canterbury for 311 in 44.1 overs, with Angus Olliver and Adi Ashok each taking three wickets. Solia also contributed with the ball, taking 2 for 50. Northern Districts come into the match after a high‑scoring win over Central Districts. Both teams showed strong batting form in the opening round, setting up an intriguing contest at Bay Oval as Auckland aim for two wins from two. The match is scheduled to start at 10:30 am on Saturday, 31 October 2026, at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui. Entry is free. The ACES squad will be without Jordan Sussex, Harjot Johal, Rohit Kumar, Samrath Singh, Ben Lister, and Mark Chapman due to injury.
Frequently asked questions
What was the score of ACES against Canterbury?
ACES dismissed Canterbury for 311 in 44.1 overs.
Who scored centuries for ACES in the opening match?
Dale Phillips scored 112 off 95 balls and captain Sean Solia scored 120 from 119 deliveries.
When and where is the upcoming match against Northern Districts?
The match is scheduled for Saturday, 31 October 2026 at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui, starting at 10:30 am.