NZ VS AUS:
Australia are in great form after winning the last 2 matches of the series. New Zealand on the other hand would be keen to make a comeback and win the series.
MATCH DETAILS:
The Match is played between New Zealand and Australia at Westpac Stadium, Wellington on March 7th, 4:30 am IST.
MATCH PREVIEW:
The 5th T20I of the 5 Match Series between New Zealand and Australia will be an exciting one as the series is levelled at 2-2 with both the teams looking in good touch. Although, Australia have more momentum towards themselves as they crushed New Zealand in the last 2 T20’s. Both the teams are gearing up for the final T20I which is expected to be a nail-biter contest.
NZ VS AUS WEATHER REPORT
We can expect light rain in Wellington with the temperature being around 16° Celsius.
NZ VS AUS PITCH REPORT
The Pitch is not likely to change during the game, with the bowlers getting some extra bounce and movement of the surface. The match is expected to be a high scoring thriller, with the ball coming nicely to the bat. The team winning the toss will presumably bowl first.
BEST COMBINATION
1-5-2-3
AVERAGE FIRST INNINGS TOTAL
180
NZ VS AUS PROBABLE PLAYING XI
New Zealand XI
Martin Guptill, Tim Seifert(wk), Kane Williamson (C), Devon Conway, Glenn Phillips, Jimmy Neesham, Mitchell Santner, Kyle Jamieson, Tim Southee, Ish Sodhi, Trent Boult
Bench
Hamish Bennett, Mark Chapman
Australia XI
Aaron Finch, Matthew Wade (wk), Josh Philippe, Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Mitchell Marsh, Ashton Agar, Jhye Richardson, Kane Richardson, Adam Zampa, Riley Meredith
Bench
D’Arcy Short, Ben McDermott, Andrew Tye, Jason Behrendorff, Tanveer Sangha
INJURY AND AVAILABILITY NEWS
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PLAYER TO WATCH OUT
Glenn Maxwell is the player to watch out for because of his explosive batting in the middle and can create breakthroughs with his bowling too. His all round ability will be the key for Australia’s victory.
NZ VS AUS TOP PICKS
Aaron Finch
The Australian Captain has been in red hot form scoring 79* and 69 in the last 2 T20s with a strike rate of around 150. He was the key in Australia’s last 2 victories.
Devon Conway
Devon Conway has been consistent throughout the series scoring 156 runs so far with the best score of 99. He can be a game changer for New Zealand with his explosive batting skills.
Ashton Agar
Ashton Agar is the second highest wicket taker in the series with best figures of 6/30. He has also been economical throughout the series. His bowling skills will be essential in the match.
Martin Guptill
The explosive opener Martin Guptill is the most exciting player to be picked. He can provide excellent starts for New Zealand and will be vital in their victory.
Ish Sodhi
The leading wicket taker of the series Ish Sodhi has been consistent with the ball in hand. With 10 wickets so far he has done excellent job for the team.
CAPTAIN AND VICE CAPTAIN SELECTION
Captain Options: Glenn Maxwell/ Devon Conway
Vice Captain Options: Aaron Finch/ Martin Guptill
DREAM TEAM
Small League Team
Grand League Team
EXPECTED WINNER IN TODAY’S MATCH
Australia are more likely to win the final T20 of the series as the winning momentum is towards them and all the players are giving match winning performances.
NOTE: The Prediction Results, Expected Lineups, Dream11 Prediction, Captain and Vice captain choices are based on my individual research.