BAN vs NZ Dream11 Prediction Today: 1st ODI Match, Pitch Report, Playing XI & Fantasy Tips

BAN vs NZ Dream11 Predictions for Today - Read 1st ODI Match H2H Records, Key Players, Pitch Report and who will win today's match between Bangladesh vs New Zealand

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Bangladesh defeated Pakistan 2-1 in the just concluded ODI series at home. All of the matches were held at Dhaka's Shere Bangla Stadium, where they had previously lost two consecutive games to New Zealand in 2023. A strong bowling attack combined with excellent bowling conditions at the venue creates the ideal recipe for a comeback. New Zealand's bowling attack appears to have changed dramatically since their previous tour. Michael Bracewell is a massive miss. Ben Sears and Blaire Tickner must spearhead the attack against a formidable batting lineup that includes Litton Das, Soumya Sarkar, as well as the in-form Tanzid Hasan. The hosts appear stronger on document, with an in-form and more experienced squad overall.

BAN vs NZ Match Details

Bangladesh vs New Zealand – 1st ODI Match, New Zealand tour of Bangladesh 2026

Venue: Sher-E-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, Dhaka  

Date & Time: 17th April 2026 at 10:30 AM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

BAN vs NZ Venue Stats 

Avg 1st inn Score 156
Avg 2nd inn Score 174
Win% batting 1st 39
Win% batting 2nd 61

BAN vs NZ Pitch Report

This is a real pitch that benefits both batters and bowlers. Fast bowlers will do well here with the new ball, particularly in overcast conditions. However, as the ball's shine wears off, batting will become easier. 

BAN vs NZ Weather Report

With overcast overhead conditions anticipated in the first half of the game, we believe both captains will prefer to field first in this match. 

BAN vs NZ Last Five Matches

BAN (Bangladesh)
W L W W W
NZ (New Zealand)
W W L W W

BAN vs NZ Head-to-Head Stats

  Matches Played NZ Won BAN Won Tie NR
Overall 46 34 11 0 1
Last 5 5 3 2 0 0

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update. 

Also Read: BAN vs NZ Dream11 Prediction Today: 1st ODI Match

BAN vs NZ Probable Playing XIs:

Bangladesh Probable Playing XIs

Saif Hassan, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Litton Das (wk), Towhid Hridoy, Afif Hossain, Mehidy Hasan Miraz (c), Rishad Hossain, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Nahid Rana 

New Zealand Probable Playing XIs

Will Young, Henry Nicholls, Tom Latham (c & wk), Dane Cleaver, Muhammad Abbas, Josh Clarkson, Nathan Smith, William O’Rourke, Ben Sears, Aditya Ashok, Blair Tickner

Topmost Picks for BAN vs NZ Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – New Zealand

  • Henry Nicholls – He is an experienced top-order batsman who can play marathon knocks for New Zealand. Nicholls will be among the runs in the upcoming ODIs.
  • Blair Tickner – He is an exceptionally competent fast bowler who excelled in the Ford Trophy. Tickner will play an important role with the ball for New Zealand.

Top Picks – Bangladesh

  • Towhid Hridoy – Towhid Hridoy gained himself as one of Bangladesh's most dependable middle-order pillars in recent months.
  • Rishad Hossain – Rishad Hossain is expected to play as the leading specialist spinner, linking down an end throughout the middle overs.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for BAN vs NZ Dream11 Team:

Tom Latham(C), Litton Das(VC), Najmul Hossain Shanto, Will Young, Henry Nicholls, Towhid Hridoy, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Nathan Smith, William O’Rourke

BAN vs NZ

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Tom Latham, Henry Nicholls

Vice-captain – Litton Das, Towhid Hridoy

Wicketkeeper – Tom Latham

BAN vs NZ Probable Winners:

The visitors had an inexperienced team that will have trouble on this wicket. The home team is coming off a 2-1 victory over Pakistan at identical venue. Bangladesh has an experienced all-round squad, including some in-form players in key positions. They will begin as the favorites in our match prediction. Considering the team combination, Bangladesh is expected to win this match.

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