Zimbabwe vs New Zealand
Event: 3rd T20I – Zimbabwe T20I Tri-Series 2025
Venue: Harare Sports Club, Harare
Date & Time: July 18, 2025 | 04:30 PM IST | 01:00 PM Local Time
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🌦️ Weather Report – Harare Sports Club
- Conditions: Clear skies with broken clouds
- Temperature: Max 22°C
- Humidity: ~36%
- Wind Speed: 9.3 m/s
- Rain Forecast: None
Expect a full match with no weather interruptions. Swing bowlers may benefit from early cloud cover and wind.
🏟️ Pitch Report – Harare Sports Club
- Nature: Balanced surface with early pace and bounce
- Average 1st Innings Score: 154
- Average 2nd Innings Score: 137
- Best Strategy: Bat first and defend
The pitch offers movement for seamers in the first few overs, while spinners dominate the middle phase. Batting becomes tougher in the second innings due to slowing conditions.
🧮 Head-to-Head Record
| Team | Matches Played | Wins |
|---|---|---|
| New Zealand | 6 | 6 |
| Zimbabwe | 6 | 0 |
New Zealand has a perfect record against Zimbabwe in T20Is.
🔍 Match Prediction
New Zealand enters this match with momentum after a 21-run win over South Africa. Zimbabwe, on the other hand, lost their opener and will be desperate to bounce back. Given the depth in New Zealand’s squad and their dominance in head-to-head encounters, New Zealand is the favorite to win.
Predicted Winner: New Zealand
Expected Score: NZ – 170+ | ZIM – 140–150
🧢 Probable Playing XIs
Zimbabwe:
- Brian Bennett
- Wessly Madhevere
- Clive Madande (wk)
- Sikandar Raza (c)
- Ryan Burl
- Tashinga Musekiwa
- Tony Munyonga
- Wellington Masakadza
- Richard Ngarava
- Blessing Muzarabani
- Trevor Gwandu
New Zealand:
- Tim Seifert (wk)
- Devon Conway
- Tim Robinson
- Daryl Mitchell
- Mitchell Hay
- Bevon Jacobs
- James Neesham
- Mitchell Santner (c)
- Matt Henry
- Ish Sodhi
- Jacob Duffy
🧙 Fantasy Cricket Tips – Dream11 Team
Wicket-Keepers:
- Tim Seifert
- Devon Conway
Batters:
- Tim Robinson (Captain)
- Brian Bennett
- Bevon Jacobs
All-Rounders:
- Sikandar Raza (Vice-Captain)
- Ryan Burl
- Mitchell Santner
Bowlers:
- Jacob Duffy
- Matt Henry
- Richard Ngarava
Alternate Captain Choices:
- Matt Henry
- James Neesham
- Tim Seifert
📈 Key Fantasy Picks
- Sikandar Raza: 54* vs SA, consistent all-rounder
- Tim Robinson: 75* vs SA, top-order anchor
- Jacob Duffy: 3/20 in last match, lethal with new ball
- Matt Henry: 3 wickets vs SA, reliable death bowler
- Brian Bennett: Explosive opener, capable of quick runs
🏁 Final Thoughts
Zimbabwe will rely heavily on Sikandar Raza and their pace trio to challenge the Black Caps. New Zealand’s depth and form make them strong contenders to extend their unbeaten streak. For fantasy players, targeting top-order batters and swing bowlers will be key.
