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BAN vs NZ Dream11 Prediction: 3 Top Captain Or Vice-Captain Choices For Match 6 Of Champions Trophy 2025

Akshita Patel

Bangladesh to face New Zealand in Champions Trophy 2025 [Source: @OneCricketApp, @Reuters/X.com]Bangladesh to face New Zealand in Champions Trophy 2025 [Source: @OneCricketApp, @Reuters/X.com]

For the sixth fixture of Champions Trophy 2025, Bangladesh will take on New Zealand. The clash will be held on February 24 at the Rawalpindi Stadium starting from 2.30 PM IST.

New Zealand have been ruthless, getting a dominant victory over defending champions Pakistan. Their batting has been rock-solid, with Tom Latham and Will Young in sublime form, and Matt Henry and Will O’Rourke causing havoc with the ball. 

Bangladesh, on the other hand, showed resilience against India, thanks to Towhid Hridoy’s century and Jaker Ali’s gritty knock. 

However, their top order, including Soumya Sarkar and Najmul Hossain Shanto, must fire if they want to challenge the Black Caps. With Taskin Ahmed and Mustafizur Rahman leading the attack, the Tigers will need early breakthroughs to stand a chance.

Top 3 Captain And Vice-Captain Choices For BAN vs NZ

The Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium has traditionally been a batting-friendly surface, and Monday’s game is expected to be no different. The pitch offers good pace, bounce, and carry, making it ideal for stroke play. A score of 300+ is likely for the team batting first.

In ODIs, 14 teams have won batting second out of the 26 games held. So far, the venue hasn’t held any game in the Champions Trophy. While the stadium is also renovated, the surface is likely to remain the same.

Batters will dominate the game throughout and bowlers will struggle to stay in the contention. However, with four of the last five ODIs at this venue won by the chasing team, the toss could play a crucial role. 

Both captains will likely opt to bowl first and take advantage of any early movement before conditions ease for batting.

3. Towhid Hridoy 

Recent form: In Bangladesh’s opening game against India, when the team was struggling at 35/5, Towhid Hridoy showcased immense composure, crafting a brilliant century (100 off 118 balls). He stabilised the inning and accelerated when needed, making him a valuable pick, especially on a good batting track like Rawalpindi. 

Middle-order solidity: Hridoy can take the pressure and reverse the strike, and he is vital at No. 4 or No. 5. He blends traditional stroke play with measured aggression, tending to play to the gaps instead of taking risks. His century against India proved that he can step up against top-tier bowling attacks on the biggest stage.

2. Matt Henry

Recent form: Matt Henry has been a pillar of consistency in New Zealand’s pace attack. He picked up two crucial wickets in the recent game against Pakistan. Before that, he had 5 wickets in tri-series against Pakistan and South Africa.

Pace sensation: Henry’s ODI record speaks for itself as he has picked up numerous four-wicket (12) and five-wicket hauls (2). Henry has been in terrific form since arriving in Pakistan. Against Bangladesh in Rawalpindi, where the pitch is expected to assist pacers early on, Henry’s ability to generate seam movement and sharp bounce could prove to be the difference-maker.

1. Glenn Phillips

Recent form: A true game-changer, Glenn Phillips played a blistering knock (61 off 39 balls) against Pakistan, delivering powerful strokes in the death overs. Besides his batting ability, he is also a live wire on the field, as witnessed in his incredible one-handed catch to get Mohammad Rizwan out.

Destructive finish: Phillips excels at the lower middle order, speeding up the innings in the death overs. He has the capability to clear the boundary at ease, which makes him a terror for opposing bowlers.Other than his batting, Phillips is also a decent off-spinner, offering key breakthroughs at opportune moments.