NZ vs AUS Dream11 Prediction, 1st T20I, Australia Tour of New Zealand 2025
The Australia Tour of New Zealand 2025 begins with an exciting clash as New Zealand takes on Australia in the 1st T20I on 01 October 2025 at Eden Park, Auckland. Both teams will look to start the series on a winning note and build momentum for the upcoming matches.
This game brings a mix of experienced stars and emerging talents, making it an ideal contest for fantasy cricket fans. Let’s dive into the NZ vs AUS Dream11 prediction, pitch report, fantasy tips, and match details.
📅 Match Details
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Match | New Zealand vs Australia, 1st T20I |
| Date | 01 October 2025 |
| Day & Time | Wednesday, 11:30 AM IST |
| Venue | Eden Park, Auckland |
| Series | Australia Tour of New Zealand 2025 |
| Format | T20I |
🌍 Team Previews
🔹 New Zealand (Likely XI)
Tim Seifert (wk), Devon Conway, Tim Robinson, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Bevon Jacobs, Michael Bracewell (c), Kyle Jamieson, Ish Sodhi, Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy
- New Zealand’s batting looks strong with Conway and Seifert at the top.
- Michael Bracewell brings leadership and all-round skills.
- Bowling unit has depth with Jamieson, Sodhi, Henry, and Duffy.
- Middle-order power from Mitchell and Chapman will be key.
🔹 Australia (Likely XI)
Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh (c), Matt Short, Tim David, Alex Carey (wk), Mitch Owen, Marcus Stoinis, Ben Dwarshuis, Sean Abbott, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood
- Mitchell Marsh leads a well-balanced Aussie side.
- Explosive batting from Travis Head, Matt Short, and Tim David.
- Marcus Stoinis provides finishing power with bat and ball.
- Experienced bowling attack with Zampa, Hazlewood, and Abbott.
🏟️ Pitch Report – Eden Park, Auckland
- Eden Park is known for short boundaries, making it a paradise for big hitters.
- Batting-friendly conditions but bowlers with variation (slower balls, cutters) can succeed.
- Spinners usually get minimal help due to smaller ground dimensions.
- Average 1st innings score: 175-185
- Chasing teams have better records at this venue.
🔥 Key Players to Watch
✅ New Zealand
- Devon Conway – Classy left-handed opener with consistency.
- Daryl Mitchell – Reliable all-rounder who plays spin and pace equally well.
- Ish Sodhi – Wicket-taking leg-spinner in middle overs.
- Kyle Jamieson – Tall pacer effective with bounce and swing.
✅ Australia
- Travis Head – Aggressive opener, dangerous in powerplay.
- Mitchell Marsh – Skipper in brilliant T20 form with all-round impact.
- Tim David – Known for his finishing ability in T20 leagues.
- Josh Hazlewood – Key strike bowler with powerplay breakthroughs.
🧮 Head-to-Head Record (NZ vs AUS T20Is)
- Matches Played: 17
- Australia Wins: 10
- New Zealand Wins: 7
- At Eden Park: AUS leads with more victories.
- Recent Form: Both teams are evenly matched, promising a thrilling contest.
🌟 Dream11 Fantasy Tips
🥇 Safe Picks (Small League)
- Devon Conway (consistent runs)
- Mitchell Marsh (captaincy material)
- Adam Zampa (regular wicket-taker)
🥈 Grand League Differentials
- Tim David (finisher, high strike rate)
- Ish Sodhi (if NZ bowls first)
- Marcus Stoinis (points with both bat & ball)
🏆 Suggested C/VC Choices
- Devon Conway
- Mitchell Marsh
- Daryl Mitchell
🔮 NZ vs AUS Match Prediction – Who Will Win 1st T20I?
- Toss Prediction: Team winning toss likely to bowl first.
- Probable Winner: Australia looks slightly stronger on paper with batting depth and bowling variety.
- Expected Score: 175-190 if batting first.
- Match Result Prediction: Australia to win a high-scoring thriller, but NZ will fight hard at home.
📝 Conclusion
The NZ vs AUS 1st T20I at Eden Park is set to be a blockbuster start to the series. With power-hitters like Head, Conway, and David, alongside world-class bowlers such as Hazlewood and Jamieson, fans can expect fireworks from both sides. Fantasy users should go with a balanced mix of safe picks and X-factor players to maximize Dream11 points. Australia holds a slight edge, but New Zealand’s home advantage could balance the scales.
