NZ vs SA Dream11 Prediction 5th match Fantasy Cricket Tips, Probable Playing XI

NZ vs SA Match Preview

We are in the fifth game of the Zimbabwe T20I Tri-Series 2025. New Zealand will feel confident going into the game against South Africa. New Zealand beat Zimbabwe, earning a spot in the final. The South Africans also defeated Zimbabwe in their last match, advancing to the final. Prior to the big game, both teams are going to test their strengths. Historically, the two teams have had a close rivalry. South Africa has dominated recent games against New Zealand, winning four of the last six. The conditions in Harare are favorable, and the team will look to take advantage of them. New Zealand defeated South Africa in the previous game and will look to capitalize on that confidence. The two teams are well-matched, so we expect a close contest.

NZ vs SA Match Details

New Zealand vs South Africa – 5th Match, New Zealand T20I Tri-Series, 2025

Venue: Harare Sports Club, Harare

Date & Time: 22nd July 2025 at 04:30 PM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

NZ vs SA Venue Stats 

Avg 1st inn Score	194
Avg 2nd inn Score	182
Win% batting 1st	57
Win% batting 2nd	43

NZ vs SA Pitch Report

It is an ideal bowling pitch. It is a haven for both batters and bowlers because it provides balance throughout all innings.

NZ vs SA Weather Report

The weather in Derby is expected to remain cloudy on match day, with conditions ranging from 9 to 22 degrees Celsius 

NZ vs SA Last Five Matches

SA ( South Africa )	W L W W W
NZ ( New Zealand )	W W W W L

NZ vs SA Head-to-Head Stats

	Matches Played	NZ Won	SA Won	Tie	NR
Overall	16	5	11	0	0
Last 5	5	2	3	0	0

Injury News

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

NZ vs SA Probable Playing XIs:

South Africa Probable Playing XIs

Rassie van der Dussen (c), Lhuan-dre Pretorius (wk), Reeza Hendricks, Rubin Hermann, Dewald Brevis, George Linde, Corbin Bosch, Andile Simelane, Nqabayomzi Peter, Nandre Burger, Lungi Ngidi

New Zealand Probable Playing XIs

Mitchell Santner (c), Tim Seifert (wk), Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, Mark Chapman, Bevon Jacobs, Michael Bracewell, Adam Milne, Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy

Topmost Picks for NZ vs SA Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – New Zealand

• Devon Conway – Devon Conway has played well at the top, and the squad expects him to provide a good start.
• Matt Henry – Matt Henry will be confident with his three-wicket haul and must do early damage to put his opponents under pressure.

Top Picks – South Africa

• Rassie van der Dussen – Rassie van der Dussen will be encouraged after his match-winning knock in the previous game, and will look to add runs in the middle order.
• Lungi Ngidi –  Lungi Ngidi has 21 wickets in the last nine T20Is at an economy rate of six.

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

Tim Seifert, Rubin Hermann, Devon Conway, Rassie van der Dussen, Dewald Brevis, Rachin Ravindra(C), George Linde(VC), Corbin Bosch, Mitchell Santner, Matt Henry, Nandre Burger

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – George Linde, Rachin Ravindra

Vice-captain – George Linde, Devon Conway 

Wicketkeeper – Devon Conway

NZ vs SA Probable Winners:

New Zealand has not lost a game in the event, which will boost their confidence. However, the team does not have a good record versus the South Africans. To win, their bowling attack must put forth a strong performance. The South Africans have a powerful batting lineup and a bowling attack that is ideal for these conditions. We expect a close contest, but the South Africans possess a slight advantage. Considering the team combination, South Africa is expected to win this match.