NZ vs AUS Match Preview

Australia will face New Zealand in the 3rd T20I of the Chappell-Hadlee Trophy series at Mount Maunganui. The Aussies lead 1-0 after steamrolling the visitors in the opener, with rain canceling out the second game entirely. Victory here secures the trophy for the tourists. Meanwhile, the hosts face a massive challenge from an opposition that is firing on all cylinders. They will need something special to bring this series back to parity.

NZ vs AUS Match Details

New Zealand vs Australia – 3rd T20I Match, Australia tour of New Zealand 2025 

Venue: Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui

Date & Time: 04th October 2025 at 11:45 AM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

NZ vs AUS Venue Stats 

NZ vs AUS Pitch Report

The pitch at Bay Oval is hard and true, allowing the ball to accelerate off the bat, while the compact 63 to 70 meter square boundaries promote power hitting. Swing and seam bowlers may receive additional assistance under the lights if the air is damp. 

NZ vs AUS Weather Report

The weather forecast for Mount Maunganui on Saturday predicts heavy clouds with a few showers in the afternoon, which could interrupt the play.

NZ vs AUS Last Five Matches

NZ vs AUS Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

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

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NZ vs AUS Probable Playing XIs:

Australia Probable Playing XIs

Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh (c), Matthew Short, Tim David, Alex Carey (wk), Marcus Stoinis, Mitchell Owen, Xavier Bartlett, Sean Abbott, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood

New Zealand Probable Playing XIs

Tim Seifert (wk), Devon Conway, Tim Robinson, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Michael Bracewell (c), James Neesham, Matt Henry, Ben Sears, Ish Sodhi, Jacob Duffy

Topmost Picks for NZ vs AUS Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – New Zealand

• Tim Seifert – Tim Seifert has been their most consistent scorer this year, collecting 449 runs in 11 games at an average of 50 and striking at 170.
• Matt Henry – Matt Henry has been the highlight, capturing 12 wickets in only five games with an economy of slightly under nine.

Top Picks – Australia

• Mitchell Marsh – Mitchell Marsh scored the most runs for the side in the first match. Overall, he has scored 255 runs in nine matches, with an average of 28.33 and a strike rate of 156.44.
• Ben Dwarshuis – Ben Dwarshuis took the most wickets in the first game, with two at an economy rate of 10. He is also the team's highest wicket-taker in 2025, with 15 wickets in 8 matches at an economy rate of 8.96

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

Tim Seifert, Tim Robinson(VC), Mitchell Marsh(C), Travis Head, Tim David, Daryl Mitchell, Matthew Short, Kyle Jamieson, Matt Henry, Ben Dwarshuis, Josh Hazlewood

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Mitchell Marsh, Matthew Short

Vice-captain – Tim Robinson, Matt Henry

Wicketkeeper – Tim Seifert

NZ vs AUS Probable Winners:

Australia made a statement in the opening match of the Chappell-Hadlee T20I series, putting New Zealand in search of answers. With the second game canceled due to rain, the Black Caps enter this final match under pressure to level things up. The Australians have been outstanding in 2025, winning eight of nine games and putting together a four-match winning streak over their opponents. Unless New Zealand produces an exceptional performance with the bat, the Australians appear to be well positioned to win the series convincingly. Considering the team combination, Australia is expected to win this match.