New Zealand (NZ) will host Australia (AUS) for a three-match T20I series, which will begin with the first match at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui on Wednesday, October 1. The BlackCaps enter the series feeling good after a strong run away from home where New Zealand won 2-0 in a Test series against Zimbabwe. They also won a tri-series of games against Zimbabwe and South Africa. Despite some injuries, the BlackCaps will hope to keep their winning form at home. Michael Bracewell will captain the side and some important players to make a difference for the T20I series will include Devon Conway, Daryl Mitchell, Tim Seifert, and Matt Henry. 

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Meanwhile, Australia arrives with a mix of results following their recent tour to South Africa. They were able to win the T20I series 2-1; however, they lost the ODI series 1-2. Australia is eager to make a strong statement and will look to win the T20I trophy on New Zealand soil. Mitchell Marsh will captain the squad and the team will offer experience and firepower, as Tim David, Marcus Stoinis, Alex Carey, and Josh Hazlewood have all been included as part of a well-rounded team. Australia's goal will be to remedy their inconsistency and pose a threat to New Zealand in what should be an exciting series.

Australia vs New Zealand, 1st T20I: Live Streaming Details

Australia vs New Zealand, 1st T20I: Probable Playing XI

New Zealand (Probable Playing XI)

Tim Seifert (wk), Devon Conway, Tim Robinson, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Bevon Jacobs, Michael Bracewell (c), Kyle Jamieson, Ish Sodhi, Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy

Australia (Probable Playing XI)

Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh (c), Matt Short, Tim David, Alex Carey (wk), Mitch Owen, Marcus Stoinis, Ben Dwarshuis, Sean Abbott, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood