NZ vs WI Dream11 Prediction – 2nd T20I, West Indies Tour of New Zealand 2025
The second T20 International of the series between the New Zealand national cricket team (NZ) and the West Indies cricket team (WI) takes place on 6 November 2025 at Eden Park in Auckland.
The hosts will look to build on momentum from the opening match, while West Indies aim to respond and stay alive in the contest. The conditions at Eden Park are expected to favour batting early, though disciplined bowling in the middle overs could swing the game.
Match Details
- Date: Thursday, 6 November 2025
- Venue: Eden Park, Auckland, New Zealand
- Format: Twenty20 International (T20I) — 2nd match of the series
- Series: West Indies tour of New Zealand 2025/26
Team Previews
New Zealand (NZ)
New Zealand come into this match with home-advantage and a squad combining experience and youth. Their batting line-up features players capable of rapid scoring, and their bowling unit includes spinners and pace bowlers who adapt to Auckland conditions.
Strengths: Home familiarity, versatile bowling attack, balanced batting.
Challenges: Avoiding early wicket-losses, converting starts into big scores.
West Indies (WI)
West Indies bring a powerful batting unit and all-round options. Their challenge will be to adapt to New Zealand conditions, especially in execution of bowling plans. If they can apply pressure early and build momentum, they can upset the hosts.
Strengths: Aggressive batting, potent all-rounders.
Challenges: Adjusting to pace & bounce, consistency with bowling under pressure.
Probable XIs (Tentative)
New Zealand (NZ) – Probable XI
- Devon Conway (wk)
- Tim Seifert
- Mark Chapman
- Rachin Ravindra
- Daryl Mitchell
- Michael Bracewell
- Mitchell Santner (c)
- Kyle Jamieson
- Ish Sodhi
- Jacob Duffy
- Nathan Smith (ESPN.com)
West Indies (WI) – Probable XI
- Shai Hope (c & wk)
- Brandon King
- Sherfane Rutherford
- Alick Athanaze
- Roston Chase
- Romario Shepherd
- Akeal Hosein
- Jason Holder
- Jayden Seales
- Ackeem Auguste
- Khary Pierre (ESPN.com)
Top Fantasy Picks
- Mitchell Santner (NZ): Captain and spin-all-rounder; expected to contribute with bat and ball.
- Brandon King (WI): Explosive opener with high fantasy ceiling if he gets going.
- Kyle Jamieson (NZ): Strike bowler returning; potential for key wickets.
- Sherfane Rutherford (WI): Middle-order hitter; good differential pick if he delivers.
- Ish Sodhi (NZ): Experienced spinner in home conditions; value fantasy pick.
- Daryl Mitchell (NZ): Reliable batting option; safe pick for fantasy line-ups.
- Romario Shepherd (WI): All-rounder capable of impacting both departments.
- Mark Chapman (NZ): Aggressive top-order batter; good value pick for risk-reward.
Captain & Vice-Captain Choices
- Captain (2× points): Mitchell Santner or Brandon King
- Vice-Captain (1.5× points): Kyle Jamieson or Sherfane Rutherford
Match Prediction
New Zealand hold a slight edge given home conditions and balance in their squad. If they bat first and post a competitive total, West Indies will be under pressure. However, WI’s power-hitting means the match could swing if they get early momentum.
Prediction: New Zealand to win by 20-25 runs.
Fantasy Tips
- Confirm the toss and final playing XI before finalising your Dream11 team.
- Prioritise top-order batters and bowlers likely to bowl full quota.
- Include at least two all-rounders for dual contributions.
- Balance your picks: 6 players from the slightly favoured side (NZ) and 5 from the other (WI) to hedge risk.
- Choose a wicket-keeper-batter with attacking potential (Conway/Seifert or Hope) for extra value.
Conclusion
The 2nd T20I between New Zealand and West Indies on 6 November 2025 promises a competitive clash and plenty of fantasy value. Focus your picks on key players like Mitchell Santner, Brandon King, Kyle Jamieson and Sherfane Rutherford. With New Zealand marginally favoured, backing them with strong support picks is sensible — but don’t overlook the upset potential from West Indies.
