ZIM vs NZ Match Preview

We are in the first Test Match of the two-match series, and hosts Zimbabwe will present a herculean challenge in taking on New Zealand. Zimbabwe has been struggling in recent weeks, suffering a 0-2 defeat against South Africa. They will appear to do well in this game. New Zealand lost to England in their most recent Test series, but the squad has a strong lineup and will aim to perform well. New Zealand has a successful record against Zimbabwe. In 17 games, they have not lost to Zimbabwe. The team has a strong batting lineup, which will give them confidence going into the game.

ZIM vs NZ Match Details

Zimbabwe vs New Zealand – 1st Test, New Zealand tour of Zimbabwe, 2025

Venue: Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo

Date & Time: 30th July 2025 at 01:30 PM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

ZIM vs NZ Venue Stats 

ZIM vs NZ Pitch Report

The pitch will be tough to bat on. Batsmen will need to be cautious and patient. The average first-inning score is just over 314 runs, and the team batting first would be content with 400 runs on the board.

ZIM vs NZ Weather Report

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

ZIM vs NZ Last Five Matches

ZIM vs NZ Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

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

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ZIM vs NZ Probable Playing XIs:

New Zealand Probable Playing XIs

Tom Latham (c), Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Blundell (wk), Mitchell Santner, Jacob Duffy, Matt Henry, William O'Rourke, Nathan Smith, Henry Nicholls

Zimbabwe Probable Playing XIs

Craig Ervine (c), Brian Bennett, Ben Curran, Nick Welch, Sean Williams, Wessly Madhevere, Clive Madande (wk), Wellington Masakadza, Vincent Masekesa, Blessing Muzarabani, Tanaka Chivanga

Topmost Picks for ZIM vs NZ Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Zimbabwe

• Sikandar Raza – Sikandar Raza played a captain's knock at number four, scoring 54 off 38 balls in their recent game against New Zealand.
• Tanaka Chivanga – Tanaka Chivanga took three wickets in this competition and was the best bowler for the hosts in one of two games.

Top Picks – New Zealand

• Tom Latham – Tom Latham was crucial for New Zealand as he hit 66 not out off 48 balls at the top of the order, backing up his two catches.
• Will O'Rourke –  Will O'Rourke has 21 wickets in the last nine T20Is at an economy rate of six.

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

Devon Conway, Tom Latham, Sean Williams, Craig Ervine, Sikandar Raza, Mitchell Santner, Brian Bennett(VC), Rachin Ravindra(C), Matt Henry, William O'Rourke, Blessing Muzarabani

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Rachin Ravindra, Tom Latham

Vice-captain – Brian Bennett, Sikandar Raza 

Wicketkeeper – Tom Latham

ZIM vs NZ Probable Winners:

We predict New Zealand to win this match. They've been fairly consistent through the series, and we anticipate them to keep playing well. Zimbabwe has struggled on every front and will find it difficult to recover. Considering the team combination, New Zealand is expected to win this match.