Australia will be all set to lock horns against New Zealand in this crucial ICC Men’s T20 World Cup encounter. Welcome to the AUS vs NZ Dream11 team prediction today and match preview.
Australia will be playing their first match of this tournament and will have a considerable advantage hosting this year with greater hopes to give their all in this fixture.
New Zealand on the other hand had an edge in the tri-series but failed to win any of their last 2 games which will be tested to the limit in this important match.
Probable Winner, Betting Tips, and Match Prediction
Australia could win this match by a close margin.
Pitch Report and Toss
The pitch doubled paced with decent assistance to batsmen in the recent games. The winners of the toss to bat first.
Weather
The weather forecasts a very warm and sunny day with low humidity.
Probable Playing 11
Australia
M.Wade (wk), D.Warner, M.Marsh, A.Finch, S.Smith, G.Maxwell, M.Stoinis, J.Hazlewood, M.Starc, A.Zampa, P.Cummins
New Zealand
D.Conway (wk), K.Williamson, M.Guptill, G.Phillips, D.Mitchell, M.Bracewell, J.Neesham, M.Santner, T.Boult, T.Southee, L.Ferguson
Match Details
ICC Men’s T20 World Cup
Match: Australia vs New Zealand
Date and Time: 22nd October – 12:30 PM IST
Venue: Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney, Australia
Telecast: Star Sports Network, Disney+Hotstar
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Wicket-Keeper
Matthew Wade (7.5 Cr) was an impressive batting contributor in the last series and holds greater potential which can be channeled into his performance from this match.
Devon Conway (8.5 Cr) has managed to regain his prime form in the recent fixtures and could bring his experience into good use as he is working well as a finisher in the lower batting order.
Batsman
David Warner (9.0 Cr) will aim to bring his sharp batting skills into good use as he has presented fantastic contributions that can keep him motivated to channel a similar performance which makes him our prime choice for this encounter.
Mitchell Marsh (8.0 Cr) was an integral part of their last series and was not able to generate a similar momentum with consistency which could allow him to showcase a similar performance in this match.
Martin Guptill (8.5 Cr) managed to make good use of his opportunity to open the procedures against Ireland and he delivered 151 runs in 2 matches that can keep him motivated for this contest.
All-rounders
Glenn Maxwell (8.5 Cr) scored 42 runs along with 3 wickets in the last 3 T20I matches highlighting his ability to play a decent yet consistent role with every passing match which makes him our prime choice for this encounter.
Michael Bracewell (7.5 Cr) has shown amazing bowling and batting control in the recent matches and should be able to showcase his improved gameplay which makes him a potential game-changer.
Bowlers
Josh Hazlewood (9.0 Cr) will be making his way from the last tournament which could enhance his understanding of the surface and can be used to his benefit in this match.
Mitchell Starc (9.0 Cr) was able to add consistent wickets in his last 2 series for his team and works as an experienced bowler who can push the team to give their all in this contest.
Trent Boult (9.0 Cr) has picked 19 wickets in his last 13 T20I matches and can showcase his batting abilities to help the tail end of the batting order which can benefit his contributions.
Tim Southee (8.0 Cr) can find wickets at crucial moments as witnessed in the warm up games and is growing to work as an important contributor for his team which can allow him to make good use of his game time in this series.
Dream11 Team Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain
G.Maxwell will be our captain and D.Warner will be our vice-captain because of their recent performances that can keep them consistent.
DREAM 11 TEAM
Wade, Conway, Warner (VC), Marsh, Guptill, Maxwell (C), Bracewell, Hazlewood, Starc, Southee, Boult
Dream11 Team Disclaimer
The veracity of our selections and team is based on earnest analysis of the league, matches, and playing 11s. We implore you to forage your team by your own accord with these facets helping spur your decision making.
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