NZ vs AUS Match Prediction: Who will win today’s first T20I match? | Top Vip News

Advance

New Zealand (NZ) are preparing to welcome their Trans-Tasman rivals, Australia (AUS), for an exciting cricket encounter comprising a three-match T20I series, followed by two Test matches. The Kiwis enter the series off the back of a dominant 4-1 win over Pakistan earlier this year, while the Aussies showed their prowess with a 2-1 win against the West Indies in T20Is.

Anticipation is building as the stage is set for the series opener at the Sky Stadium, promising a spectacle for cricket fans. Expectations for sizable totals are high, given the formidable rosters assembled by both teams. Australia boasts the likes of Glenn Maxwell, Tim David and Matthew Wade in their middle and lower order, while New Zealand relies on Daryl Mitchell and Glenn Phillips to anchor their innings.

Match details

Presentation report

The first T20I of the series will take place at Wellington’s Sky Stadium, which will use a walk-in pitch for the match, potentially favoring the batsmen. While batsmen are enjoying the conditions, bowlers are also finding opportunities on this track, promising a balanced contest. With both teams boasting deep batting line-ups that include promising T20 talents, an intense battle is anticipated. Defending anything below 180 could be discouraging in this field.

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Head-to-head record

Probable XI players

New Zealand:

Finn Allen, Tim Seifert (wk), Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, Mitchell Santner (c), Adam Milne, Matt Henry, Tim Southee, Lockie Ferguson.

Australia:

David Warner, Josh Inglis, Mitchell Marsh (c), Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Tim David, Matthew Wade (wk), Adam Zampa, Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood.

Probably best hitter of the match

Having made his debut in T20 international cricket against Bangladesh in 2021, Rachin Ravindra’s notable performances, especially during the ODI World Cup, earned him the ICC Emerging Men’s Cricketer of the Year award in 2023. Having proven and his skills in ODIs and Tests, Ravindra now aims to make his mark in the T20Is with his elegant batting style, eagerly awaited by all.

Probably best pitcher of the game

Starting in 2024 with a stellar performance, Australian Test captain Pat Cummins took his third consecutive five-wicket haul in the final Test against Pakistan at the Sydney Cricket Ground. While Cummins shines in Tests, Mitchell Marsh leads the T20I team against New Zealand. With swing conditions favoring him, Cummins poses a significant threat to the New Zealand batsmen, promising an intriguing battle in the upcoming match.

Today’s match prediction: Team that bats first to win the match.

Scenario 1

New Zealand wins the toss and bats

Power play score: 50-60

First entry score: 190-200

New Zealand wins the match

Scenario 2

Australia wins the toss and bats

Power Play Score: 40-50

First entry score: 195-210

Australia wins the match

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Disclaimer: Prediction is based on the author’s understanding, analysis and instinct. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.