New Zealand cricket team vs West Indies cricket team Dream11 Prediction – 3rd T20I, West Indies Tour of New Zealand 2025
The 3rd T20I of the series between New Zealand and West Indies is scheduled for 9 November 2025 at Saxton Oval in Nelson, New Zealand.
New Zealand, playing at home, will aim to establish dominance with a win and take control of the series. West Indies, meanwhile, seek to bounce back and avoid falling behind early in the tour. The venue historically favours the team batting first, and pacers pick up a large share of wickets.
Match Details
- Date: Sunday, 9 November 2025
- Venue: Saxton Oval, Nelson, New Zealand
- Format: T20 International (3rd match of 5)
- Series: West Indies Tour of New Zealand 2025/26
Team Previews
New Zealand (NZ)
New Zealand have home-advantage and a squad that features a good mix of experience and youth. Their spinners and pacers will look to exploit the conditions in Nelson. The batting unit has shown flashes of aggression and if they build a strong start, they can put pressure on West Indies from the outset.
Key Strengths: Home familiarity, disciplined bowling attack, depth in batting.
Challenges: Avoiding early wicket losses, converting starts into big totals.
West Indies (WI)
West Indies bring explosive batting and game-changing players to this match. Their challenge will be executing under New Zealand conditions and making the most of their power-play and death-overs bowling. If they get an early start, they can upset the hosts.
Key Strengths: Big-hitting ability, all-rounders who can change games.
Challenges: Adapting to pace/spin mix in New Zealand, consistency in bowling.
Probable XIs (Tentative)
(Final XI to be confirmed at toss; these are based on latest squad information.)
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
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
Top Fantasy Picks
- Mitchell Santner (NZ): Captain and spinner, useful with bat and ball—key fantasy anchor.
- Brandon King (WI): Aggressive top-order batter—high upside if he gets going.
- Kyle Jamieson (NZ): Return of pace threat; wicket-taking potential is strong.
- Sherfane Rutherford (WI): Middle-order hitter who can provide big fantasy returns.
- Ish Sodhi (NZ): Specialist spinner in home conditions—fantasy differential.
- Daryl Mitchell (NZ): Reliable batting option—safe pick for consistency.
- Romario Shepherd (WI): All-rounder who can influence both bat and bowl—good value.
- Mark Chapman (NZ): Explosive batter—can change the game quickly, good differential pick.
Captain & Vice-Captain Choices
- Captain: Mitchell Santner or Brandon King
- Vice-Captain: Kyle Jamieson or Sherfane Rutherford
Match Prediction
New Zealand hold a slight edge given home advantage and balanced squad. If they bat first and build a solid total, they will be in control. West Indies will need to exploit power-play early and bowl smartly to stay in the contest.
Prediction: New Zealand to win by 20–25 runs.
Fantasy Tips
- Wait for toss and final playing XI before finalising your team.
- Pick at least two top-order batters and two bowlers/all-rounders to balance the lineup.
- Include a wicket-keeper batter for extra points from bat + keeping.
- Spread picks across both teams—don’t overload one side; a ~6/5 split wise.
- Given pitch history, favour bowlers who are likely to bowl full quotas and batters who face most deliveries.
Conclusion
The 3rd T20I between New Zealand and West Indies promises an intriguing contest and strong fantasy value. Key players such as Mitchell Santner, Brandon King, Kyle Jamieson, Sherfane Rutherford and Ish Sodhi should be considered. Build a balanced Dream11 cricket side combining safe picks with high-ceiling options. While New Zealand are slightly favoured, West Indies carry enough firepower to upset if they start strongly.
