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NZ vs AUS Today Dream11 Prediction & Dream11 Team - 1st T20I 2025

Australia vs New Zealand 1st T20I 2025 at Bay Oval – Dream11 prediction today, match preview, probable playing 11, fantasy tips, and Dream11 team today for AUS vs NZ.
Australia vs New Zealand 1st T20I 2025 Match Prediction – Get today’s Dream11 prediction, AUS vs NZ Dream11 team today, fantasy tips, playing XI, pitch report, and live updates from Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui

Match Preview

The 1st T20 International of the three-match series between Australia and New Zealand at Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui marks the return of the Trans-Tasman rivalry. This series is an ideal opportunity to test combinations as both teams are getting ready for the forthcoming T20I World Cup. Anticipate fierce fast bowling, aggressive batting, and a close match.

 

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Match at a Glance

  • AUS vs NZ, 1st T20I – Oct 1, Bay Oval

  • Pitch: Balanced, dew helps chasing

  • Form: AUS (4W/5), NZ (5W/5)

  • Head-to-head: AUS 13 – NZ 6

  • Key Players: Marsh, Head, David, Hazlewood | Allen, Bracewell, Jamieson

  • Prediction: Close contest, AUS slight edge, NZ strong at home

NZ vs AUS Match Details

  • Match: Australia vs New Zealand – 1st T20I

  • Date: October 1, 2025

  • Time: 11:45 AM IST

  • Venue: Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui

NZ vs AUS Pitch Report & Venue Stats

Average 1st Innings Score Average 2nd Innings Score Win Prediction Batting 1st Win Prediction Batting 2nd:
170-180
160-170
52%
48%

Pitch: Balanced wicket. Pacers get early swings, spinners come into play later. Outfield fast, favors stroke play. Dew in the second innings may help chasing teams.

NZ vs AUS Recent Form - T20I

Australia New Zealand
W W W L W
W W W W W

Australia: Won 4 of last 5 T20Is. Strong batting depth and disciplined bowling.

New Zealand: Won 5 of last 5 T20Is. Consistent top order and capable spinners.

NZ vs AUS Head-to-Head - T20I

Matches Played Australia Won New Zealand Won Tie/NR
19
13
6
00

Australia has a slight edge, but New Zealand has performed strongly at home.

NZ vs AUS Playing 11 Today

New Zealand

Michael Bracewell (c), Devon Conway (wk), Finn Allen, Daryl Mitchell, Rachin Ravindra, Mark Chapman, Kyle Jamieson, Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy, Ben Sears, Ish Sodhi

 

Australia 

Mitchell Marsh (c), Travis Head, Tim David, Marcus Stoinis, Matthew Short, Josh Philippe (wk), Josh Hazlewood, Sean Abbott, Adam Zampa, Ben Dwarshuis, Xavier Bartlett

NZ VS AUS Top Picks for Dream11 Team Today

Top Batters

  • Travis Head (AUS): Aggressive top-order batsman, can anchor the innings or accelerate when needed.

  • Tim David (AUS): Explosive finisher, dangerous in the death overs.

  • Finn Allen (NZ): In-form opener, thrives in powerplay overs.

Top Bowlers

  • Josh Hazlewood (AUS): Precise pacer, lethal with the new ball and in death overs.

  • Adam Zampa (AUS): Key spinner, can control the middle overs and pick crucial wickets.

  • Kyle Jamieson (NZ): Tall pacer, swings the ball both ways, takes early breakthroughs.

All-rounders

  • Marcus Stoinis (AUS): Powerful lower-order bat and handy with overs, perfect for fantasy balance.

  • Mitchell Marsh (AUS): Captaincy option, can score quick runs and chip in with wickets.

  • Mitchell Santner (NZ) / Michael Bracewell (NZ): Bracewell as captain/finisher, Santner as all-rounder with bat and ball.

NZ vs AUS – Suggested Dream11 XI No.1

Wicketkeeper: Josh Philippe, Devon Conway

Batters: Travis Head, Tim David, Finn Allen, Marcus Stoinis

All-rounders: Mitchell Marsh (c), Michael Bracewell (vc)

Bowlers: Josh Hazlewood, Adam Zampa, Kyle Jamieson, Ish Sodhi

NZ vs AUS Captain & Vice-Captain Choices

  • Captain: Mitchell Marsh

  • Vice-Captain: Michael Bracewell  / Mitchell Santner

NZ vs AUS Match Prediction

Australia enters as slight favorites due to recent form and experience in T20Is. However, New Zealand’s home advantage and strong top-order make this a closely contested match. Expect a thrilling encounter with the game possibly going down to the last over.

Final Thoughts

Australia vs New Zealand’s 1st T20I is expected to be an intense match. While New Zealand’s well-balanced team, which includes Finn Allen and Michael Bracewell, can win games with both bat and ball, Australia’s potent batting lineup, led by Travis Head and Tim David, will aim to dominate. It should be a close match, possibly down to the final over, so every choice is important for fans of fantasy cricket.

 

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❓ FAQs

AUS vs NZ 1st T20I 2025 – Who will win today’s match?

Australia looks slightly stronger with recent form, but New Zealand’s home advantage makes it a close fight.

 

What is the pitch report for AUS vs NZ 1st T20I at Bay Oval?

The wicket is balanced – pacers get swing early, spinners in middle overs. Dew may help chasing.

 

Who are the top fantasy picks for AUS vs NZ Dream11 team?

Mitchell Marsh, Travis Head, Finn Allen, Adam Zampa, and Michael Bracewell are key picks.

 

What is the AUS vs NZ head-to-head record in T20Is?

Out of 19 matches, Australia has won 13 and New Zealand 6.

 

AUS vs NZ 1st T20I – Who should be Dream11 captain & vice-captain?

Captain: Mitchell Marsh | Vice-captain: Michael Bracewell / Mitchell Santner.

 

Will Glenn Maxwell play?

No, he is out with a fractured forearm.

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