NZ vs AUS Dream11 Prediction: 1st T20I Match of Australia Tour of New Zealand 2024 Playing 11, Pitch Report, Fantasy Cricket Tips for New Zealand vs Australia Dream11 Team
Published on: Feb 20, 2024 1:52 pm IST|Updated on: Feb 22, 2024 1:34 pm IST
![Australia vs West Indies Dream11 Prediction for 2nd T20I Match](https://images.indiafantasy.com/wp-content/uploads/20240210125011/Emirates-T20-World-Cup-Cricket-2-e1707549637850-720x392.jpg)
New Zealand and Australia are all set to lock horns in a three-match T20I series, starting from January 21, Wednesday. The first T20I will be played at the Sky Stadium in Wellington.
New Zealand vs Australia, 1st T20I of Australia Tour of New Zealand
21 February, 11:40 AM IST
Sky Stadium, Wellington
NZ vs AUS 1st T20I Match Prediction
Australia come into the series on the back of a 2-1 T20I series victory over West Indies at home. Meanwhile, the Kiwis were involved in the red-ball format with South Africa, claiming a 2-0 series victory at home. The hosts claimed a 4-1 victory over Pakistan in a five match T20I series earlier this year.
Form Guide
NZ :L-W-W-W-W
AUS: L-W-W-L-L
Sky Stadium Wellington Pitch Report
The wicket should be ideal for batting conditions, as we can expect plenty of runs being scored here. The conditions should assist the pacers, given the swing on offer, especially with the new ball.
NZ Playing 11
1. Finn Allen
2. Devon Conway
3. Rachin Ravindra
4. Will Young
5. Glenn Phillips
6. Mark Chapman
7. Mitchell Santner (c)
8. Adam Milne
9. Ish Sodhi
10. Tim Southee
11. Lockie Ferguson
New Zealand Team News
- Kane Williamson’s unavailability means that Mitchell Santner will again step in as the captain.
- Trent Boult is all set to return for the final two T20Is, however, he will miss the opening fixture.
NZ Key Players
Devon Conway Stats in T20Is
Devon Conway last 5 innings in T20Is | Runs against AUS in T20I | T20I Batting average vs AUS | Total runs In T20I | Captain choice |
23, 7, 20, 0, 2 | 284 runs in 6 matches | 71.00 | 1275 runs at an average of 38.63 | Â Â Â Â Â Â Â |
Mitchell Santner Stats in T20Is
Mitchell Santner last 5 T20I Matches | Wickets against AUS in T20Is | T20I Bowling Average vs AUS | Total wickets In T20Is | Vice- Captain choice |
0/30, 0/23, 1/26, 0/47, 0/18 | 12 wickets in 9 matches | 19.16 | 106 wickets at an average of 22.30 | Â Â Â Â Â Â Â |
AUS PLAYING 11
1. David Warner
2. Travis Head
3. Mitchell Marsh (c)
4. Steven Smith
5. Glenn Maxwell
6. Tim David
7. Matthew Wade (wk)
8. Mitchell Starc
9. Pat Cummins
10. Josh Hazelwood
11. Adam Zampa
Australia Team News
- Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc return to the T20I squad, after being rested for the series against West Indies.
- Australia are all set to field their strongest eleven in the first T20I against the Kiwis.
AUS Key Players
David Warner Stats in T20Is
David Warner Last 5 Scores in T20Is | Runs against NZ in T20I | T20I Batting average vs NZ | Total T20I runs | Captain choice |
81, 22, 70, 11, 42 | 216 runs in 9 matches | 24.00 | 3067 runs at an average of 33.70 | Â Â Â Â Â Yes |
Mitchell Marsh Stats in T20Is
Mitchell Marsh Last 5 T20I innings | Runs against NZ in T20Is | T20I Batting Average vs NZ in T20Is | Total T20I Runs | Vice-captain choice |
17, 29, 16, 15, 79* | 184 runs in 8 matches | 30.66 | 1334 runs at an average of 32.53 | Â Â Â Â Â Â Â |
Who will win 1st T20I between New Zealand and Australia?
- Australia start as the favorites here, given that they return to their strongest playing eleven. However, the home conditions and support might favor the Kiwis.
- New Zealand are in good form at the moment, having beaten Pakistan and Bangladesh in the last couple of months.
- We expect a hard fought encounter with Australia just about crossing the finishing line.
NZ vs AUS Dream11 Prediction
Wicket-keepers: Matthew Wade, Finn Allen
Batsmen: David Warner (c), Mitchell Marsh, Devon Conway, Tim David
All-rounders: Glenn Maxwell, Mitchell Santner (vc)
Bowlers: Lockie Ferguson, Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins
Who are Best Captain Options for NZ vs AUS Dream11 Team
For Small League, Head to Head contest: David Warner, Mitchell Marsh
For Grand League, Mega Contest: Rachin Ravindra, Travis Head
What are NZ vs AUS Fantasy Tips?
- David Warner was the Player of the Series in the recently concluded T20I series against West Indies. The Australian opener is a good captaincy pick.
- Mitchell Marsh got a couple of good starts in the series against West Indies, but failed to convert any. He will look to score big runs in this series.
- Mitchell Santner can contribute with both, bat and ball. He has proven to be effective for his side in home conditions, as he chips away with wickets in the middle overs.
Where to watch NZ vs AUSÂ Live?
Amazon Prime