NZ vs AUS Dream11 Prediction Today – Fantasy Tips, Best Picks, Playing 11 for 3rd T20I
Hello and welcome to the Dream11 prediction and fantasy preview for the 3rd T20I of the Australia tour of New Zealand 2025 between New Zealand and Australia. The match will be played at Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui.
The second match of the series was washed out due to rain, which means New Zealand now have a chance to level the series 1-1. On the other hand, Australia will be determined to seal the series with a win and make it a clean sweep.
Both teams have shown good intent, and with this being the decider, fans can expect a competitive clash.
Read the full post to get NZ vs AUS Dream11 team picks, fantasy cricket tips, and match insights to help you build a winning lineup.
NZ vs AUS Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | New Zealand vs Australia, Australia tour of New Zealand. |
| Venue | Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui |
| Date & Time | October 04, 11:45 AM IST |
| Live Streaming | SonyLiv and Sony Sports Network. |
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NZ vs AUS Pitch Report Of Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui
The pitch at Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui is generally known to favor the batters, making it a high-scoring venue.
The surface offers good bounce, which allows stroke-makers to play their shots with confidence, often leading to big totals.
At the same time, spinners can come into play as the innings progress.
Once the ball gets older, the pitch tends to provide a bit of grip and turn, which smart spinners who mix up their pace and variations can use to their advantage.
Overall, batters usually enjoy the conditions at this ground, but bowlers who adapt quickly, especially spinners in the middle overs, can also make an impact.
Also Read: AUS-W vs SL-W Dream11 Team.
Last Matches Stats:
1st Oct 2025
NZ 181/6 (20) AUS 185/4 (16.3)
Weather Report of Mount Maunganui
The weather forecast for today’s match at Bay Oval shows a 15% chance of rain, which means there could be a brief interruption, but overall the chances of a full game remain high.
The temperature is expected to be quite cool at around 15 degrees Celsius, while the humidity will be around 77%.
These conditions may make batting a bit challenging early on, as the moisture in the air could assist seam bowlers with some swing movement.
However, once batters settle in, the pitch should still favor stroke play.
New Zealand vs Australia
You can watch the New Zealand vs Australia 3rd T20I live on SonyLiv and the Sony Sports Network.
NZ vs AUS Head-to-Head
Matches Played: 20
New Zealand Wins: 04
Australia Wins: 14
New Zealand vs Australia Recent Form
| New Zealand | NR | L | W | W | W |
| Australia | NR | W | W | L | W |
Team News
New Zealand
James Neesham, Ben Sears, and Ish Sodhi made it to playing 11 in the last game, and they may retain their place.
Australia
Sean Abbott replaced Ben Dwarshuis in the last game, and he may retain his place.
NZ vs AUS Probable Playing XI
New Zealand Probable Playing 11
- Tim Seifert (wk)
- Devon Conway
- Tim Robinson
- Mark Chapman
- Daryl Mitchell
- Michael Bracewell (c)
- James Neesham
- Matt Henry
- Ben Sears
- Ish Sodhi
- Jacob Duffy
Australia Probable Playing 11
- Mitchell Marsh (c)
- Travis Head
- Matthew Short
- Tim David
- Alex Carey (wk)
- Marcus Stoinis
- Mitchell Owen
- Xavier Bartlett
- Sean Abbott
- Adam Zampa
- Josh Hazlewood
Top Picks for NZ vs AUS Dream11 Team
New Zealand’s Best Players:
Devon Conway: 56 M, 1543 R, 37.63 A
Daryl Mitchell: 81 M, 1574 R, 27.13 A, 9 W
Tim Robinson: 14 M, 384 R, 38.40 A
James Neesham: 85 M, 955 R, 20.76 A, 47 W
Matt Henry: 27 M, 24 R, 6.00 A, 39 W
Australia’s Best Players:
Mitchell Marsh (c): 75 M, 1893 R, 31.55 A, 17 W
Travis Head: 43 M, 1155 R, 30.39 A, 1 W
Matthew Short: 16 M, 324 R, 23.14 A, 8 W
Tim David: 62 M, 1504 R, 37.60 A, 5 W
Josh Hazlewood: 57 M, 29 R, 9.66 A, 74 W
NZ vs AUS Dream11 Prediction [Play For FREE]
Wicket-Keepers: D Conway, T Seifert
Batters: M Marsh (C), T Head (VC), D Mitchell, M Chapman, T Robinson
All-Rounders: J Neesham, M Short
Bowlers: J Hazlewood, M Henry
Fantasy Cricket Tips for Dream11 Team
Tim Robinson and Devon Conway are also good choices for captain and vice-captain.
NZ vs AUS Captain and Vice-Captain Picks
- Mitchell Marsh
- Travis Head
- Tim Robinson
- Devon Conway
FAQs
Where Can I Get NZ vs AUS live Scorecard?
You can see Live Scorecard NZ vs AUS on SonyLiv.
Squads
New Zealand Squad
Michael Bracewell (c), Devon Conway, Tim Seifert (wk), Tim Robinson, Zakary Foulkes, Bevon Jacobs, James Neesham, Matt Henry, Ben Sears, Daryl Mitchell, Ish Sodhi, Mark Chapman, Jacob Duffy, Kyle Jamieson.
Australia Squad
Mitchell Owen, Xavier Bartlett, Alex Carey (wk), Travis Head, Matthew Kuhnemann, Josh Philippe, Marcus Stoinis, Sean Abbott, Matthew Short, Tim David, Mitchell Marsh (c), Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood, Ben Dwarshuis.
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Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.