NZ vs SA Dream11 Prediction & Best Dream11 Team Today: Match Preview & Fantasy Cricket Tips - 4th T20I 2026
- Published: March 21, 2026
- Updated: March 21, 2026
- By AllCric Team
Match Preview
New Zealand will take on South Africa in the 4th T20I of the South Africa tour of New Zealand 2026 at Sky Stadium, Wellington on 22 March 2026, Sunday at 11:45 AM IST. Fantasy cricket fans searching for the best NZ vs SA Dream11 prediction ahead of Sunday’s game — you’re in the right place.
South Africa drew first blood by bowling New Zealand out for just 91 in the 1st T20I and chasing it down easily. But New Zealand hit back hard in the 2nd T20I, posting 175/6 and winning by 68 runs.In the 3rd T20I at Eden Park, South Africa were restricted to 136/9, and New Zealand chased it down comfortably with Devon Conway (39 off 26) and Tom Latham scoring a fifty to seal the win.New Zealand now lead 2-1 and hold full control of the series.
South Africa are in a must-win situation heading into Wellington. Before we break down the NZ vs SA Dream11 team today, here is everything you need to know about Sunday’s match.
NZ vs SA Match Details
- Match: New Zealand vs South Africa, 4th T20I
- Tournament: South Africa Tour of New Zealand 2026
- Date & Time: 22 March 2026, Sunday, 11:45 AM IST
- Venue: Sky Stadium, Wellington
NZ vs SA Recent Form
| Team | Last 5 Matches |
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New Zealand |
L W L L W
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South Africa |
W W L W L
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New Zealand are in red-hot form, having won back-to-back matches after their shocking collapse in the first game. South Africa are in a dire run and desperately need a win to stay alive in the series.
Series So Far – What Has Happened?
- 1st T20I – Mount Maunganui: South Africa had New Zealand completely outplayed, bowling the hosts out for just 91 runs. They then chased it down easily to take a 1-0 lead.
- 2nd T20I – Hamilton: New Zealand hit back hard. Devon Conway’s composed 60 off 49 balls laid the foundation as New Zealand posted 175/6. In the chase, South Africa never got going — Ben Sears took 3/14 and Lockie Ferguson grabbed 3/16 as South Africa were bowled out for 107, losing by 68 runs.
- 3rd T20I – Eden Park, Auckland: New Zealand were right on the money with the ball, restricting South Africa to another low score of 136/9. Devon Conway blazed 39 off 26 and Tom Latham brought up a composed fifty, as New Zealand cruised towards the target, taking a commanding 2-1 lead in the series.
- Key pattern emerging: South Africa’s batting has been alarmingly inconsistent. George Linde has been their top performer with the bat so far, scoring 33 in Hamilton — but no one else has really stood up. Wiaan Mulder’s experiment of opening the innings backfired in the 2nd T20I, where he scored a laboured 16 off 20 balls with 14 dot balls. That misuse of resources has hurt South Africa badly.
- For New Zealand: Conway and Latham have been solid at the top, but New Zealand will expect similar contributions in Wellington but at a faster rate given the conditions there.
NZ vs SA Pitch & Weather Report – Sky Stadium, Wellington
Sky Stadium in Wellington is well known for being one of the windiest cricket venues in the world. The wind factor plays a huge role here — it can assist swing bowlers significantly, make batting harder than expected, and turn a routine chase into a nerve-wracking contest. Teams often prefer to chase at this venue once they assess wind direction.
The pitch at Sky Stadium offers more assistance to pace bowlers compared to the other New Zealand venues seen in this series. Batting is still possible, but scoring aggressively against quality pace bowling can be difficult. The average first-innings score here sits around 155–165 runs in T20Is, but teams batting second often find conditions slightly easier once they know the wind direction.
Weather on Sunday is expected to be partly cloudy with temperatures around 14–17°C — cool Wellington conditions. Wind will be a key factor and could affect shot selection and boundary scoring. Rain is possible but not expected to disrupt the full match.
NZ vs SA Probable Playing 11
New Zealand (Probable 11)
Devon Conway (wk), Tom Latham, Tim Robinson, Nick Kelly, Mitchell Santner (c), James Neesham, Cole McConchie, Kyle Jamieson, Lockie Ferguson, Ben Sears, Zakary Foulkes
South Africa (Probable 11)
Tony de Zorzi, Connor Esterhuizen (wk), Rubin Hermann, Jason Smith, Dian Forrester, Jordan Hermann, George Linde, Gerald Coetzee, Keshav Maharaj (c), Ottneil Baartman, Andile Simelane
Top Fantasy Picks for NZ vs SA 4th T20I
Top Wicketkeeper Pick
- Devon Conway (NZ) — Has been New Zealand’s most consistent batter in this series. Conway scored 60 off 49 balls in Hamilton and followed it up with a punchy 39 in Auckland. He is a must-have in any fantasy team for this match.
Top Batting Picks
- Tom Latham (NZ) — Took over as New Zealand’s batting anchor in the 3rd T20I and brought up a composed half-century. He is in strong form and will be hungry to continue.
- Tony de Zorzi (SA) — South Africa desperately need their top order to fire, and De Zorzi is their best batter. He has not done enough in this series yet, which means he is due for a big knock.
- George Linde (SA) — The South African all-rounder has been their standout batter in this series. Linde played a fighting knock of 33 to top-score for South Africa in Hamilton when no one else performed. His batting is a big asset for SA.
- Tim Robinson (NZ) — The young New Zealand batter has been in and out but at Wellington, with conditions favouring shot-making once set, he can be dangerous.
Top Bowling Picks
- Lockie Ferguson (NZ) — Ferguson took 3/16 in Hamilton and has looked sharp and threatening throughout this series. Wellington’s conditions with the wind can further assist his pace and bounce. A top pick.
- Ben Sears (NZ) — Sears finished with 3/14 in the 2nd T20I and used the short ball brilliantly to dismantle South Africa’s lower order. He is New Zealand’s X-factor bowler.
- Ottneil Baartman (SA) — Baartman is the leading wicket-taker in the SA20 with 61 scalps from 34 games. He has been South Africa’s most reliable bowler in this series and is always capable of a match-winning spell.
- Kyle Jamieson (NZ) — The tall pacer loves bowling in New Zealand conditions. His bounce and seam movement make him a genuine threat at Sky Stadium.
- Keshav Maharaj (SA) — South Africa’s captain and frontline spinner. While spinners may not dominate at Wellington, Maharaj’s experience means he will bowl smart, tight overs and can claim key wickets.
Top All-rounder Picks
- George Linde (SA) — Contributes with both bat and ball and is South Africa’s most dependable two-way performer in this series. A must-pick in your fantasy team.
- James Neesham (NZ) — A powerful lower-order hitter who can change the game in the final overs. His ability to clear the rope quickly makes him a valuable differential pick.
- Mitchell Santner / Cole McConchie (NZ) — Depending on who steps up in the new-look NZ setup with Santner possibly departing, McConchie offers steady contributions in both departments and has prior experience against South Africa in this series.
NZ vs SA Dream11 Team Today – 4th T20I
- Wicketkeepers: Devon Conway (NZ), Connor Esterhuizen (SA)
- Batters: Tom Latham (NZ), Tony de Zorzi (SA), Tim Robinson (NZ)
- All-rounders: George Linde (SA), James Neesham (NZ), Cole McConchie (NZ)
- Bowlers: Lockie Ferguson (NZ), Ben Sears (NZ), Ottneil Baartman (SA)
NZ vs SA Captain & Vice-Captain Choices
Small League Captain Choices
- Devon Conway (NZ) — Most consistent batter in the series, two strong knocks in a row
- George Linde (SA) — South Africa’s most reliable all-rounder; a big performance is coming
Grand League Captain Choices
- Lockie Ferguson (NZ) — Pacers dominate at Wellington; Ferguson could take 3+ wickets
- Tony de Zorzi (SA) — Has underperformed so far; a breakout game at Wellington is on the cards
Best Vice-Captain Options
- Tom Latham (NZ)
- Ottneil Baartman (SA)
NZ vs SA Dream11 Prediction Today – 4th T20I
New Zealand come into this game full of confidence after back-to-back wins, with a new captain in Tom Latham ready to lead. Their bowling trio of Ferguson, Sears, and Jamieson has been outstanding, while Conway and Latham have given them solid starts in each of the last two chases.
South Africa are in real trouble. Their batting has repeatedly collapsed in this series, and the tactical error of opening with Wiaan Mulder has cost them dearly.Unless De Zorzi and the top order fire at Wellington, another batting failure looks likely.
The wind at Sky Stadium adds unpredictability — if South Africa bat first and post a big total, the game opens up. But based on current form, squad depth, and home advantage, New Zealand are clear favourites heading into Sunday.
Predicted Winner: New Zealand
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❓FAQs
New Zealand are the favorites as they are in great form and leading the series 2-1. South Africa need a big improvement to win this match.
Devon Conway is the safest captain choice due to his consistent performance. George Linde and Lockie Ferguson are also strong options.
This pitch helps fast bowlers more, especially with strong wind conditions. Batting is possible, but it can be tricky at times.
Top players include Devon Conway, Tom Latham, Lockie Ferguson, Ben Sears, George Linde, and Ottneil Baartman.
A balanced team with 2 wicketkeepers, 3 batters, 3 all-rounders, and 3 bowlers is a safe and popular choice.