NZ vs WI Today Match Prediction & Fantasy Cricket Tips: Playing 11, Pitch Report, T20 Head to Head & Who Won New Zealand vs West Indies Match? - 3rd T20I 2025
Match Preview
The nz vs wi dream11 prediction today match heats up as New Zealand and West Indies face off in the 3rd T20I at Saxton Oval, Nelson on Sunday (9 Nov 2025). After a nail-biting 2nd T20I where New Zealand edged the Windies by just 3 runs (207/5 vs 204/8), both sides are ready for another explosive encounter. With momentum and the series on the line, this nz vs wi today match prediction hints at a power-packed contest featuring world-class hitters and match-winning bowlers. Fantasy fans can also explore the nz vs wi t20 dream11 prediction and nz vs wi win prediction insights to craft their ideal lineup for this thrilling nz vs wi match prediction battle
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Top Takeaways
Match: New Zealand vs West Indies, 3rd T20I at Saxton Oval, Nelson
Date & Time: Sunday, 9 November 2025, 5:45 AM IST
Head-to-Head: New Zealand 11 – 6 West Indies (3 NR)
Pitch: Balanced surface, slight edge for chasing teams
Weather: Clear skies, perfect for a full 20-over contest
Toss Prediction: Teams likely to bowl first due to dew factor
Key Players: Mark Chapman, Rovman Powell, Mitchell Santner, Shai Hope
Captain Picks: Mark Chapman, Rovman Powell
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Match Details
- Match: New Zealand vs West Indies – 3rd T20I, West Indies tour of New Zealand
- Date: Sunday, 9 November 2025
- Time: 5:45 AM IST
- Venue: Saxton Oval, Nelson
NZ vs WI Pitch Report
Saxton Oval offers a balanced wicket with nice carry and true bounce. Batters who get in early can flourish, though the surface tends to ease out as the innings progresses. Given the dramatic finish in the previous match, chasing again may offer a slight advantage under lights.
NZ vs WI Weather Report
Clear skies are expected on match day in Nelson, with minimal threat of rain and ideal conditions for a full 20 over match. The overhead conditions should not interfere with play.
NZ vs WI T20 Head-to-Head
| Matches Played | West Indies won | New Zealand won | Tie/NR |
|---|---|---|---|
|
19 |
6 |
10 |
03 |
Insight: New Zealand still hold the historical edge in this rivalry, but West Indies’ powerful batting surge in recent games means this contest remains extremely competitive.
NZ vs WI Recent Form – T20Is
| West Indies | New Zealand |
|---|---|
|
W W W W L
|
NR L NR L W
|
West Indies: The visitors have been in red-hot form, racking up wins across recent series and showing their intent with big hits and fearless intent. After a thrilling opening game, check our full report of the NZ vs WI 1st T20 match report to see how the series began.
New Zealand: The hosts have looked inconsistent with patches of brilliance but also periods of vulnerability under pressure.
Before locking in your fantasy picks for this decider, revisit how things turned in the second clash. Our NZ vs WI 2nd T20 prediction & fantasy tips post breaks down who’s in red-hot form, who struggled, and what that means for your 3rd T20 lineup.
NZ vs WI Playing 11
West Indies:
Shai Hope (c & wk), Brandon King, Alick Athanaze, AWJ Auguste, Roston Chase, Jason Holder, Rovman Powell, Romario Shepherd, Khary Pierre, Akeal Hosein, Jayden Seales
New Zealand:
Tim Robinson, Devon Conway (wk), Rachin Ravindra, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner (c), Jacob Duffy, Matt Henry, Zakary Foulkes, Ish Sodhi
NZ vs WI Top Fantasy Picks
Wicketkeeper:
- Shai Hope (WI) – Reliable keeper plus batting threat; will look to build on momentum.
Batters:
- Mark Chapman (NZ) – 78 off 28 in the 2nd T20I.
- Rovman Powell (WI) – 45 off 16 in the previous game; pure power-hitting.
- Daryl Mitchell (NZ) – Anchor bat who can accelerate; very useful for fantasy.
All-Rounders:
- Mitchell Santner (NZ) – Took 3-31 in the 2nd T20I, plus handy with the bat.
- Roston Chase (WI) – Lower-order hitter and part-time bowler: valuable multi-skill option.
Bowlers:
- Ish Sodhi (NZ) – Bagged 3-39 in the last game.
- Jacob Duffy (NZ) – Consistent wicket-taker and economical; conceded just 21 runs for 1 wicket in a high-scoring game.
- Jayden Seales (WI) – Young pacer threatening with breakthroughs
NZ vs WI Dream11 Team
Wicketkeeper: Shai Hope
Batters: Mark Chapman, Alick Athanaze, Daryl Mitchell
All-Rounders: Rovman Powell, Roston Chase, Mitchell Santner
Bowlers: Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy, Ish Sodhi, Jayden Seales
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NZ vs WI Captain & Vice-Captain Choices
- Captain: Mark Chapman (NZ) – Form, strike-rate and match-winner potential make him ideal.
- Vice-Captain: Rovman Powell (WI) – Big-hitter with massive upside in fantasy formats.
NZ vs WI Toss Prediction
With Saxton Oval offering chase-friendly conditions and dew likely toward later innings, the captain winning the toss is expected to bowl first and chase—a tactic that could pay dividends under pressure.
NZ vs WI Win Prediction
- New Zealand Win Probability: 58%
- West Indies Win Probability: 42%
Predicted Winner: New Zealand — slight edge due to batting fire-power and momentum. But don’t be surprised if West Indies claw their way back with a composed performance. AllCric’s predictions aren’t random — they’re powered by advanced AI that reads player form, pitch data, and match momentum. Learn the full process in AI Cricket Prediction: How It Works & Accuracy to make sharper, data-driven fantasy calls.
Final Thoughts
Fans are in for a cracker of a contest. Expect explosive batting from both sides, tactical bowling changes and fantasy fireworks aplenty. Use this preview to build your NZ vs WI Dream11 team with value picks and captaincy gems.
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❓ FAQs
New Zealand are slight favourites, but the game is close — both teams can win.
Expect a 160–190 T20 total to be competitive.
Pick an in-form all-rounder or power-hitter — Mark Chapman or Rovman Powell are good captain options.
Mark Chapman, Rovman Powell, Mitchell Santner and Ish Sodhi.
Chasing looks slightly easier under lights due to carry and dew — many captains may prefer to chase.
Jacob Duffy and Jayden Seales — they can return high value if they perform.
Out of 20 matches, New Zealand have won 11, West Indies 6, and 3 ended with no result — showing NZ’s historical edge.
Use 3–4 batters, 2–3 all-rounders, 3–4 bowlers + 1 keeper; include at least one high-upside hitter and a reliable spinner.