Rain washed out the second game, leaving the final clash as a straight chance for New Zealand to level the series. The series began poorly for New Zealand, who failed to defend 182 in the first T20I as Australia wrapped up the target inside 16.3 overs while losing just four wickets

On the other hand, Mitchell Marsh delivered a captain’s innings to open the Chappell-Hadlee T20I series, blasting 85 off 43 deliveries to put Australia firmly on top. Chasing 182, the target never looked out of reach as others around him chipped away to ease the pressure.

NZ vs AUS Match Details

Date: 4th October, 2025

Time: 11:45 AM IST

Venue: Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui 

Live Streaming: Fancode  

NZ vs AUS Weather & Pitch Report 

Whether Report -

There are no signs of any rain interruptions throughout the game. It is pleasant conditions and perfect throughout the game.

Pitch Report -

• Avg 1st innings score: 185-190

• The chasing team has an advantage

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Top Batters to Watch in NZ vs AUS

• Tim Robinson (NZ) - 106 runs in this Series 

• Mitchell Marsh (AUS) - 94 runs in this Series 

• Daryl Mitchell (NZ) – 34 runs in this Series 

Top Bowler to Watch in NZ vs AUS

• Ben Dwarshuis (AUS) - 2 wickets in this Series 

• Matt Henry (NZ) - 2 wickets in this Series 

• Matthew Short (AUS) - 1 wicket in this Series 

NZ vs AUS Recent Form

NZ vs AUS Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1- If AUS bats first

• First Innings score prediction- AUS is expected to score 200-210 runs

• Result prediction- AUS will win the match by 15-20 Runs 

Scenario 2- If NZ bats first

• First Innings score prediction- NZ is expected to score 180-190 runs.

• Result prediction- AUS will win the match by 5 wickets 

NZ vs AUS Predicted Playing XI

New Zealand (NZ) Playing XI 

Tim Seifert (wk), Devon Conway, Tim Robinson, Daryl Mitchell, Mark Chapman, Bevon Jacobs, Michael Bracewell (c), Zakary Foulkes, Kyle Jamieson, Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy.

Australia (AUS) Playing XI

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

NZ vs AUS Complete Squad

New Zealand - 

Michael Bracewell (c), Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, Zak Foulkes, Matt Henry, Bevon Jacobs, Kyle Jamieson, Daryl Mitchell, Rachin Ravindra, Tim Robinson, Ben Sears, Tim Seifert, Ish Sodhi

Australia -

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

NZ vs AUS Today Match Prediction - Who Will Win Today?

Australia to win

We predict that Australia will win the 3rd T20I match. The likes of Mitchell Marsh, Marcus Stoinis and Ben Dwarshuis will be key players to watch out for.

Australian allrounder Marcus Stoinis has started a new innings of his life. Stoinis officially announced his engagement with his longtime girlfriend, fashion model Sarah Czarnuch, on September 8, 2025. Sarah shared some photos on her Instagram wall to mark the special day.

They chose a breathtaking location to capture the moment of love in grace. On a boat, when the sun was about to set, the sky turned golden to decorate the stage for engagement. Sarah, on his Instagram post, wrote as the caption, "On a boat off the coast of Spain, I said the easiest yes of my life 💍 03.09.25." 

Who is Sarah Czarnuch? 

Sarah Czarnuch is a well-known model from Australia who has a wonderful knack for storytelling. She often shares photos and videos from her Instagram profile, depicting details about fashion, lifestyle, travel, and some behind-the-scenes moments to keep 129K followers engaged. Born on December 7, 1997, in South Geelong, Sarah Czarnuch first came under the spotlight when she was crowned Miss Tourism Australia in 2013. The 27-year-old has a natural enthusiasm for the media and communication industry as well as the fashion industry. She has a degree in journalism and public relations from Deakin University. 

 

 

 

 

 

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The love story of Marcus Stoinis and Sarah Czarnuch

They started dating each other a few years back. According to several media reports, they started dating in 2021. Both of them started their relationship quietly and kept things private as much as possible. Finally, on September 8, 2025, they took their love life to the next level.

To make the occasion special, they chose the scenic Mediterranean coast in Spain. From teammates in Australia’s cricket squad to top designers and celebrity friends, they congratulated them for the moment. 

The IPL 2026 auction is likely to showcase a competitive pool of overseas players, attracting attention from all ten franchises. With every franchise aiming to strengthen their squads, tough calls on player retention and releases are bound to happen. Many teams will need to adjust their budgets to chase their desired picks at the auction.

In IPL 2025, several overseas replacement players stepped up and delivered impactful performances. Their success might tempt teams to retain them at relatively low prices, creating room to manage finances more effectively. This could also lead to some well-established international names being let go ahead of the event.

Franchises will likely use this strategy to balance their squads while also ensuring they can target key players at the right price points. As a result, the 2026 auction promises a mix of big releases, surprising retentions, and intense bidding wars.

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Three Overseas All-Rounders Worth Re-Signing at Lower Price:

With the IPL 2026 auction approaching, teams will carefully evaluate overseas options to balance budgets and strengthen lineups. Among them, several all-rounders stand out as valuable assets. 

Despite being released, their skills make them strong contenders for a return at more affordable prices, giving franchises both flexibility and dependable match-winning abilities for the upcoming season.

• Marcus Stoinis

Marcus Stoinis, who was bought by Punjab Kings (PBKS) for over ₹10 crore in IPL 2025, didn’t get consistent opportunities with either bat or ball. Despite looking in decent form, his batting chances were limited and his bowling was sparingly used.

As a pace-bowling all-rounder, Stoinis usually commands a heavy price tag in auctions. However, with several franchises unlikely to have large budgets for IPL 2026, he may not attract the same big bids. PBKS already boast dependable all-rounders in Azmatullah Omarzai and Mitchell Owen, giving them solid options to rely on in the squad.

Given his inconsistent bowling returns and underwhelming all-round contribution, Punjab might release Stoinis to free up funds. Still, they could target him again at a more affordable price during the auction.

•  Wanindu Hasaranga

Rajasthan Royals (RR) secured Wanindu Hasaranga for ₹5.25 crore in the IPL 2025 auction, but the spinner couldn’t deliver a standout season. He managed only 11 wickets in 11 games while conceding at 9.05 runs per over. RR expected him to spearhead their bowling attack, but he failed to live up to that responsibility.

Wanindu Hasaranga’s current market value seems to have dipped, as fitness concerns, inconsistent spells, and limited batting contributions have hurt his reputation. Despite being a talented leg-spinner, most franchises don’t appear too eager to invest heavily in him, as seen when SunRisers Hyderabad picked him up at his base price before the IPL 2025 mega-auction.

For Rajasthan Royals, the situation is tricky. While their spin resources are already limited, they also need to manage funds to strengthen other key areas of the team.RR might release Hasaranga before the IPL 2026 auction and aim to re-sign him at a reduced price, ensuring better squad balance while managing their overall budget effectively.

• Liam Livingston

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) finally lifted the IPL 2025 trophy through a strong team performance, but Liam Livingstone’s impact was minimal. Apart from a few small contributions, the English all-rounder struggled to find rhythm and eventually made way for Romario Shepherd in the lineup, reducing his role in the side’s successful campaign.

Currently drawing a hefty salary in double digits, Livingstone may not justify his price tag for RCB. Even though he has shown glimpses of form in The Hundred, releasing him ahead of the IPL 2026 auction could be a practical move. With Shepherd established and Bethell waiting, RCB could consider releasing Livingstone and re-signing him at a more budget-friendly price.

The Trent Rockets have qualified for the knockouts, but they are tied with two other teams with 20 points. A win here and the top spot in the points table would take them directly to the final of The Men’s Hundred Competition 2025..

On the other hand, Birmingham Phoenix have secured three victories and currently stand in the fifth position in the points table with 12 points. They won their last match by seven wickets against Manchester Originals.

TRT vs BPH Match Details

Date: 27th August, 2025

Time: 11:00 PM IST

Venue: Trent Bridge, Nottingham 

Live Streaming: Fancode  

TRT vs BPH Weather Report

Clear weather 

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Top Batters TRT vs BPH

• Liam Livingston (BPH) - 231 runs in this tournament 

• Tom Banton (TRT) - 227 runs in this tournament 

• Joe Clarke (BPH) - 223 runs this tournament 

Top Bowler TRT vs BPH

• Benny Howell (BPH) - 8 wickets in this tournament

• Marcus Stoinis (TRT)  - 8 wickets in this tournament 

• Rehan Ahmed (TRT) - 7 wickets in this tournament 

TRT vs BPH Recent Performance

TRT vs BPH Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1- If TRT bats first

• First Innings score prediction- TRT is expected to score 170-185 runs

• Result prediction- TRT will win the match by 15-25 Runs 

Scenario 2- If BPH bats first

• First Innings score prediction- BPH is expected to score 150-160 runs.

• Result prediction- TRT will win the match by 4 wickets 

TRT vs BPH Predicted Playing XI

Trent Rockets (TRT) Playing XI 

Max Holden, Joe Root, Tom Banton, David Willey (c), Marcus Stoinis, Tom Moores (wk), Rehan Ahmed, George Linde, Sam Hain, Sam James Cook, Ben Sanderson.

Birmingham Phoenix (BPH) Playing XI

Will Smeed, Ben Duckett, Joe Clarke (WK), Liam Livingstone (C), Jacob Bethell, Louis Kimber, Benny Howell, Adam Milne, Tim Southee, Trent Boult, Chris Wood.

TRT vs BPH Complete Squad

Trent Rockets - 

Tom Moores(WK), Joe Root, Samuel Cook, Sam Hain, Tom Alsop(WK), Tom Banton(WK), Calvin Harrison, Marcus Stoinis, David Willey(C), George Linde, Rehan Ahmed, Max Holden, Adam Hose, Lockie Ferguson, Dillon Pennington, Ben Sanderson, Callum Parkinson, Akeal Hosein.

Birmingham Phoenix -

Liam Livingstone (captain), Ben Duckett, Trent Boult, Joe Clarke, Jacob Bethell, Adam Milne, Benny Howell, Tim Southee, Dan Mousley, Will Smeed, Chris Wood, Harry Moore, Tom Helm, Aneurin Donald, Liam Patterson-White, Louis Kimber.

TRT vs BPH Today Match Prediction, Who Will Win the Match?

Trent Rockets To win

We predict that Trent Rockets will win this Hundred Men's match. Tom Banton, Marcus Stoinis and Rehan Ahmed will be key players to watch out for.

The 27th match of The Hundred 2025 was played at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff. Trent Rockets captain David Willey won the toss and decided to bowl first. Welsh Fire brought in Josh Hull for Ajeet Dale, while Rockets added Lockie Ferguson to their side.

Stevie Eskinazi played a crucial knock of 53 runs from 42 balls, hitting five fours and two sixes. Captain Tom Abell also batted well, scoring 48 runs from 29 balls ,five boundaries and a six. Big players like Steve Smith and Jonny Bairstow could not score more, both falling early for just 8 runs each. In the end, Chris Green hit 11 quick runs to help Fire reach 150/6. For the Rockets, Sam Cook took two wickets, while Stoinis, Ferguson, and Willey picked one each.

Chasing the target, Tom Banton and Joe Root gave Rockets a flying start with a 66-run stand in 33 balls. Banton hit 32 from 20, while Root stayed till the end with a brilliant 64 not out from 41 balls, including four fours and three sixes. The Rockets slipped from 88/1 to 131/5, but Root held his nerve and finished the chase. They reached the target in the last over, winning by three wickets with two balls left.

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Trent Rockets showcased excellent form in this tournament, winning four out of their six matches and currently hold the third position in the table with 16 points. However, they lost their last match by six wickets against Oval Invincibles.

On the other hand, Welsh Fire have secured just two victories and currently occupy the bottom position in the points table with eight wickets. They won their last match by eight wickets against Birmingham Phoenix, successfully chasing the target of 140 runs. 

WEF vs TRT Match Details

Date: 24th August, 2025

Time: 7:00 PM IST

Venue: Sophia Gardens, Cardiff 

Live Streaming: Fancode  

WEF vs TRT Weather Report

Clear weather 

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Top Batters WEF vs TRT

• Jonny Bairstow (WEF) - 235 runs in this tournament 

• Tom Banton (TRT) - 195 runs in this tournament 

• Rehan Ahmed (TRT) - 142 runs this tournament 

Top Bowler WEF vs TRT

• Riley Meredith (WEF) - 9 wickets in this tournament

• Chris Green (WEF)  - 9 wickets in this tournament 

• Rehan Ahmed (TRT) - 7 wickets in this tournament 

WEF vs TRT Recent Performance

WEF vs TRT Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1- If OVI bats first

• First Innings score prediction-OVI is expected to score 160-175 runs

• Result prediction- OVI will win the match by 15-25 Runs 

Scenario 2- If NOS bats first

• First Innings score prediction- NOS is expected to score 140-155 runs.

• Result prediction- OVI will win the match by 4 wickets 

WEF vs TRT Predicted Playing XI

Welsh Fire (WEF) Playing XI 

Steven Smith, Jonny Bairstow (wk), Tom Abell (c), Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Ben Kellaway, Saif Zaib, Stephen Eskinazi, Chris Green, David Payne, Ajeet Dale, Riley Meredith.

Trent Rockets (TRT) Playing XI

Max Holden, Joe Root, Tom Banton, David Willey (c), Marcus Stoinis, Tom Moores (wk), Rehan Ahmed, George Linde, Sam Hain, Sam James Cook, Ben Sanderson.

WEF vs TRT Complete Squad

Welsh Fire - 

Jonny Bairstow(WK), David Payne, Luke Wells, Stephen Eskinazi, Tom Abell(C), Matt Henry, Tom Kohler Cadmore(WK), Mason Crane, Chris Green, Paul Walter, Benjamin Kellaway, Steven Smith, Saif Zaib, Riley Meredith, Josh Hull, Ajeet Dale.

Trent Rockets -

Tom Moores(WK), Joe Root, Samuel Cook, Sam Hain, Tom Alsop(WK), Tom Banton(WK), Calvin Harrison, Marcus Stoinis, David Willey(C), George Linde, Rehan Ahmed, Max Holden, Adam Hose, Lockie Ferguson, Dillon Pennington, Ben Sanderson, Callum Parkinson, Akeal Hosein.

WEF vs TRT Today Match Prediction, Who Will Win the Match?

Trent Rockets To win

We predict that Trent Rockets will win this Hundred Men's match. Joe Root, Tom Banton and Marcus Stoinis will be key players to watch out for.

After multiple speculations related to Rajasthan Royals, Kolkata Knight Riders, and Chennai Super Kings, now some shocking claims have started to surface on social media platforms about Mumbai Indians. Like other franchises, the Mumbai Indians too will make some changes in their squad for IPL 2026.

According to some fresh rumors, the 5-time IPL-winning team can trade an overseas all-rounder from Punjab Kings. On social media platforms it is claimed that MI team management has interest in Marcus Stoinis. Though, there is no concrete evidence behind these claims. Stoinis played a pivotal role from the middle order to help Punjab Kings to make a place in the final of IPL 2025, though his numbers may not speak to his support.

In 13 matches and 11 innings, the all-rounder scored 160 runs in total for PBKS at an average of 26.66, including an unbeaten 44-run inning. Since 2016, the Australian has not missed any season of the Indian Premier League. Apart from his stints with PBKS, he played for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Delhi Capitals, and Lucknow Super Giants as well.

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IPL stats in brief and recent performance trajectory 

The right-arm medium in 9 IPL 2025 innings is able to claim only a wicket. In his overall IPL career, Stoinis played 109 matches with 4 different franchises and scored 2026 runs at an average of 28.13, supported by an unbeaten 124-run innings. The 36-year-old's recent matches are not as attractive as his overall cricket career stats. In The Hundred 2025 for Trent Rockets, Stoinis' bad so far remains calm. During Major League Cricket, his time with the Texas Super Kings was also not something to relish. 

2025 IPL was a rollercoaster ride for the Mumbai Indians. After some early setbacks, the former champion side bounced back strongly and made their way to the round of four but did not qualify for the final match. 

In the 15th match of The Hundred 2025, Trent Rockets faced Southern Brave at Trent Bridge, Nottingham. Trent Rockets captain David Willey won the toss and chose to bowl first, thinking the pitch would be better for batting later.

The Rockets missed Akeal Hosein, who left for the CPL 2025. Sam Cook and Tom Alsop were left out, and Tom Moores with Calvin Harrison came in. For Southern Brave, Jordan Thompson and Danny Briggs joined the team.

The start was slow for the Braves. Captain James Vince scored only 7 runs. Leus du Plooy batted well, making 55 runs from 34 balls with four fours and four sixes. Jason Roy made 23, James Coles stayed unbeaten on 25, and Michael Bracewell hit a quick 28 from 16 balls. They ended with 140/4 in 100 balls.

Tom Banton scored 49 runs from 38 balls, but the Rockets lost quick wickets and were 60/4. Then Tom Moores played a match-winning knock of 55 runs from 30 balls, hitting four fours and five sixes. Marcus Stoinis finished the job with a six and a single, giving the Rockets a 4-wicket win with four balls left.

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In The Hundred 2025 match 8, the Trent Rockets men kept their winning streak going by beating the Northern Superchargers men by 5 wickets at Trent Bridge. After bowling out the visitors for 124/9 in 100 balls, Rockets easily paced their chase and got the target with 4 balls to spare. Tom Banton’s quick blitz and Rehan Ahmed’s calm innings were the main factors. Here are the main reasons why Northern Superchargers lost the match:

1. Middle-Overs Collapse

Northern were well-placed at 72/1 with Harry Brook (45) and Graham Clark (36) building momentum. But Marcus Stoinis’ double strike in one set derailed the innings. From that point, wickets tumbled and the run rate dipped, leaving them short of a par total.

2. Rockets’ Spin Duo in Control

Rehan Ahmed (2/23) and Akeal Hosein (2/28) restricted Superchargers’ batters with tight lines and smart changes. Their spells not only helped them get rid of important wickets but also ensured that the scoring rate did not go up during the middle overs.

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3. Lack of Early Breakthroughs

Defending just 125, Superchargers needed to unsettle the Rockets’ top order early. Instead, Tom Banton’s 37 off 25 provided the perfect launchpad. Without early wickets, the chase stayed under control and the Rockets finished the job comfortably.

In the Challenger of the MLC 2025, Texas Super Kings vs MI New York (TEX vs NY) will be played at Grand Prairie Stadium in Grand Prairie will be played on Friday evening, July 11 (starting at 05:30 IST on July 12). 

MLC 2025, Challenger: TEX vs NY Probable XIs

Texas Super Kings Predicted Playing XI: Smit Patel (wk), Faf du Plessis (Captain), Saiteja Mukkamalla, Shubham Ranjane, Marcus Stoinis, Donovan Ferreira, Calvin Savage, Akeal Hossain, Zia Ul Haq Muhammad, Noor Ahmad, Adam Milne

MI New York Predicted Playing XI: Monank Patel, Quinton de Kock (wk), Nicholas Pooran (Captain), Kieron Pollard, Michael Bracewell, Tajinder Singh, Nosthush Kenjige, Trent Boult, Tristan Luus, George Linde, Rushil Ugarkar

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MLC 2025, Challenger: TEX vs NY Dream11 Top Captains And Vice-captains

Top 3 Dream11 Captain choices

Faf du Plessis: Former South African cricketer Faf du Plessis is the leading run-scorer in the MLC 2025, having scored 409 runs in nine innings with an average of 51.12 and a strike rate of 175.53, including two centuries and two half-centuries. His scores in the last six innings were 100, 69, 12, 103*, 1, and 91 runs, respectively. 

Monank Patel: USA cricketer Monank Patel is the second leading run-scorer in the MLC 2025 with 401 runs in 11 innings, with an average of 36.45 and a strike rate of 145.81, including four half-centuries. His last four innings were 56, 13, 6, and 33 runs, respectively.

Adam Milne: New Zealand cricketer Adam Milne has taken 14 wickets in only five innings in the MLC 2025. In this tournament, he has recorded one five-wicket haul and two three-wicket hauls. 

Top 3 Dream11 Vice-captain choices

Kieron Pollard: Former Caribbean all-rounder Kieron Pollard has scored 270 runs and also taken six wickets in the MLC 2025. With the bat, he has scored two half-centuries in this tournament, and his strike rate is 173.07. 

Trent Boult: New Zealand left-arm fast bowler Trent Boult has taken 13 wickets in 10 games in the ongoing MLC season. In this tournament, he has recorded one four-fer and one three-wicket haul with the ball. In the Eliminator, he won the Player of the Match award for his two wickets and match-winning 22 not out. 

Marcus Stoinis: Australian all-rounder Marcus Stoinis has scored 103 runs and taken eight wickets in nine matches in the MLC 2025. In the last four innings, he picked up at least one wicket.