NZ vs CAN Dream11 Prediction Today: Match 31, Pitch Report, Playing XI & Fantasy Tips

NZ vs CAN Match Preview:

New Zealand will face Canada in the 31st match of the 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup in Chennai. Despite their defeat to South Africa last time out, the Black Caps are in a good position in Group D, second with four points after three games. Victory here would secure their spot in the Super 8. Canada, meanwhile, has struggled, losing both of its games and sitting at the bottom of the standings. On paper, New Zealand begins this contest as firm favorites to take the full points from this crucial Group D clash.  

NZ vs CAN Match Details

New Zealand vs Canada – 31st Match, ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2026

Venue: M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai

Date & Time: 17th February 2026 at 11:00 AM IST 

Live Streaming: JioHotstar

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NZ vs CAN Venue Stats 

Avg 1st inn Score	168
Avg 2nd inn Score	175
Win% batting 1st	44
Win% batting 2nd	56

NZ vs CAN Last Five Matches

NZ ( New Zealand )	L W W W L
CAN ( Canada )	L L L L L

NZ vs CAN Head-to-Head Stats

	Matches Played	NZ Won	CAN Won	Tie	NR
Overall	0	0	0	0	0
Last 5	0	0	0	0	0

NZ vs CAN Pitch Report

The pitch at M. A. Chidambaram Stadium provides a balanced track that benefits both batters and bowlers. The average first-inning score in the three T20Is played here is 171 runs. 

NZ vs CAN Weather Report

Chennai is going to have mostly sunny weather. The high temperature will reach 28°C, with a 10% chance of rain. 

NZ vs CAN Match 31 Probable Playing 11

New Zealand (NZ) Probable 11:

Finn Allen, Tim Seifert(wk), Rachin Ravindra, Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Santner(c), James Neesham, Matt Henry, Kyle Jamieson, Jacob Duffy

Canada (CAN) Probable 11:

Dilpreet Bajwa(c), Yuvraj Samra, Navneet Dhaliwal, Nicholas Kirton, Shreyas Movva(wk), Harsh Thaker, Saad Bin Zafar, Jaskaran Singh, Dilon Heyliger, Kaleem Sana, Ansh Patel

Topmost Picks for NZ vs CAN Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – New Zealand

• Tim Seifert – Tim Seifert leads the Black Caps scoring charts with 167 runs from three games and a strike rate of 180.
• Mitchell Santner – Mitchell Santner's left-arm spin and ability to use a surface with grip could benefit slower bowlers.

Top Picks – Canada

• Navneet Dhaliwal – Navneet Dhaliwal has led the batting charge thus far, scoring 98 runs in two games at a strike rate of 128. Harsh Thaker has scored 83 runs at 119.
• Saad Bin Zafar – Saad Bin Zafar has been tidy, taking three wickets in two games at 7.42 per over.

NZ vs CAN Match 31 Fantasy Team Suggestion:  

Finn Allen(VC), Tim Seifert(C), Dilpreet Bajwa, Rachin Ravindra, Navneet Dhaliwal, Harsh Thaker, Saad Bin Zafar, Glenn Phillips, Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy, Ansh Patel

NZ vs CAN Match 31 Dream11 Tips: 

Captain – Navneet Dhaliwal, Tim Seifert

Vice-captain – Finn Allen, Matt Henry

Wicketkeeper – Finn Allen

Match Prediction – Who Will Win

That loss to South Africa should not shake New Zealand's confidence in beating Canada and securing a Super 8 berth. They have a team that performs well in all departments and has backup plans in case things get tough. Canada's unreliability with both bat and ball renders them the weaker team, whereas New Zealand can rely on quality players throughout their lineup. Barring a total meltdown, which appears unlikely, New Zealand should easily win here. Considering the team combination, New Zealand is expected to win this match.

NZ vs CAN FAQ

Q: Who is likely to win the NZ vs CAN match today?

A: New Zealand is expected to win this match.

Q: Who is ahead in head-to-head stats?

A: New Zealand is ahead in H2H stats.

Q: Who are the top fantasy picks for the NZ vs CAN Dream11 team?

A: Navneet Dhaliwal, Tim Seifert, Finn Allen, Matt Henry.

Q: What is the pitch report for this match?

A: The pitch at M. A. Chidambaram Stadium provides a balanced track that benefits both batters and bowlers. The average first-inning score in the three T20Is played here is 171 runs.