NZ vs AUS, 1st T20I: Cricket Fantasy Tips and Teams (Source: x.com)
It is time for the trans-Tasmanian rivalry. New Zealand is all set to host Australia in a three-match T20I series beginning on Wednesday, February 21st. The match will be played at the Sky Stadium in Wellington at 11:40 AM IST.
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Ahead of the game, here is a look at the top player picks, the important player stats, the top captain and vice-captain choices and the best-predicted XIs for the fantasy contests of the match.
Team Previews
New Zealand
The New Zealand team is coming into the series on the back of a Test series win against South Africa. It was their maiden series win against the Proteas, and they will carry the confidence into the series against their arch-rivals.
Speaking of T20 cricket, they played their last international series against Pakistan. The team emerged as the winners by a 4-1 margin and will try to repeat the antics in this series, too.
Players to watch out for: Finn Allen, Rachin Ravindra, Glenn Phillips.
Australia
Like their opponents, the Australian team also walks into this series with a win. They defeated the West Indies by a 2-1 margin. Their batting looked strong in the series, but they will try to put on a better bowling display.
Players to watch out for: Mitchell Marsh, Josh Inglis, Matthew Short
NZ vs AUS, Head-to-head
The two teams have played 16 matches against each other. New Zealand have managed only six wins, while Australia have ten of these games.
| Stats | Matches | New Zealand Won | Australia Won | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 16 | 6 | 10 | 0 |
| Last Five Matches | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
NZ vs AUS, 1st T20I: Probable Playing XIs
New Zealand Probable XI for the First T20I
Devon Conway (wk), Finn Allen, Rachin Ravindra, Josh Clarkson, Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, Mitchell Santner (c), Tim Southee, Ish Sodhi, Lockie Ferguson, and Matt Henry.
Australia Probable XI for the First T20I
David Warner, Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh (c), Josh Inglis (wk), Glenn Maxwell, Matt Short, Tim David, Pat Cummins, Mitchell Star, and Josh Hazlewood.
NZ vs AUS, 1st T20I: Pitch Report
It will be a sporty with the wicket. While the batters will enjoy the pace and bounce on the wicket, the bowlers will also reap the benefits if they bowl in the correct areas. The dimensions of the ground may however act in favour of the batters.
Sky Stadium Wellington, T20I Records
Matches: 15
Matches Won Batting First: 7
Matches Won batting Second: 8
Average First Innings Score: 162
NZ vs AUS, 1st T20I: Who will win today's match?
The Kiwis have been outstanding in their home ground. But looking at the team compositions, it looks like Australia will emerge as the winners in the match.
NZ vs AUS, 1st T20I: Top Player Picks
Finn Allen (NZ)
- The Kiwi opener has an aggressive style of batting. If Finn Allen gets going she can pick up quick fantasy points and will be an interesting pick for the fantasy contests of the match.
Rachin Ravindra (NZ)
- The all-rounder has proved himself in the international circuit. Ravindra is a stable top-order batter and can also contribute with the ball. He will be a pick who can contribute points in both innings of the match.
David Warner (AUS)
- The Australian veteran was in a decent touch with the bat in the series against West Indies. Warner in-form will be a beneficial pick for the game.
Mitchell Marsh (AUS)
- The Australian skipper will be batting at the top-order. Marsh has the ability to change the complexion of a game with his power-hitting. He is a player you cannot miss in the fantasy contests.
NZ vs AUS, 1st T20I: Stay Aways
Australia: Tim David
New Zealand: Josh Clarkson
NZ vs AUS, 1st T20I: Top Captain and Vice-captain choices
| Scenario | Captain | Vice-captain |
|---|---|---|
| If New Zealand Field First | Rachin Ravindra | David Warner |
| If Australia Field First | Mitchell Marsh | Finn Allenn |
NZ vs AUS, 1st T20I: Cricket Fantasy Expert Advice
The wicket will be sporty and hence a balance approach will be worthy for the fantasy contests of the match. A 1-4-2-4 or a 2-4-3-2 combination will be ideal for the match.
NZ vs AUS, 1st T20I: Cricket Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues
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Wicketkeeper: Josh Inglis
Batters: David Warner, Mitchell Marsh, Finn Allen, Glenn Phillips
All-rounders: Glenn Maxwell, Rachin Ravindra
Bowlers: Adam Zampa, Pat Cummins, Lockie Ferguson, Tim Southee
Captain: Mitchell Marsh
Vice-captain: Finn Allen
Australia: 6 Players; New Zealand: 5 Players
NZ vs AUS, 1st T20I: Cricket Fantasy Team for Winner Takes All/Grand Leagues
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Wicketkeepers: Josh Inglis, Devon Conway
Batters: David Warner, Steve Smith, Finn Allen, Glenn Phillips
All-rounders: Glenn Maxwell, Mitchell Santner, Rachin Ravindra
Bowlers: Pat Cummins, Tim Southee
Captain: Rachin Ravindra
Vice-captain: David Warner
Australia: 5 Players; New Zealand: 6 Players
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