ZIM vs NZ Dream11 Prediction: Zimbabwe vs New Zealand Fantasy Team, Playing 11

ZIM vs NZ Dream11 Prediction: Zimbabwe are up against New Zealand in the third match of the Zimbabwe T20I Tri-Series 2025, which takes place on July 18 at Harare Sports Club.

Zimbabwe, led by Sikandar Raza, aims to upset the dominant Blackcaps, who are favored after a 21-run victory over South Africa. This clash offers Zimbabwe a chance to break their losing streak against New Zealand and stay alive in the tri-series.

Zimbabwe vs New Zealand Schedule

Match: Zimbabwe vs. New Zealand, 3rd T20I
Date: July 18, 2025
Time: 4:30 PM IST (1:00 PM local)
Venue: Harare Sports Club, Harare
Live Streaming: FanCode app and website in India; ZTN Prime (Channel 294) and DStv app in Zimbabwe.

Zimbabwe, coming off a five-wicket loss to South Africa, relies on Raza's all-round prowess (54* off 38 vs. SA) and the pace of Muzarabani and Ngarava to exploit home conditions. Their batting needs a stronger start to set a competitive total. New Zealand, led by Santner, boasts a balanced side with Tim Robinson's 75* against South Africa and Jacob Duffy's 3/20. The Harare pitch favors batting but offers early swing, potentially benefiting New Zealand's bowlers. Despite being underdogs, Zimbabwe's home crowd and high-reward betting odds could inspire an upset if their top order fires. New Zealand is favored to continue their dominance.

Predicted Playing XI

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

Head-to-Head Record

T20I Matches: 6
New Zealand Wins: 6
Zimbabwe Wins: 0
In Zimbabwe: New Zealand leads 3-0
Last Meeting: August 2015, New Zealand won by 80 runs at Harare Sports Club.

New Zealand holds a perfect 6-0 record, making Zimbabwe desperate to secure their first T20I win against the Kiwis.