ZIM vs NZ Dream11 Prediction 6th T20I, Team News, Pitch Report, Squad, Fantasy Teams

We are into the final league game of the Zimbabwe T20 Tri-Series. The hosts, Zimbabwe, who are yet to register a win against their name, will be going up against a team who are yet to lose, i.e., the Blackcaps, New Zealand. This is a battle between a team at the pole position and at the bottom at the Harare Sports Club in Harare.

Zimbabwe must be disappointed with the performance they have put up so far in this series. Not winning a single game isn’t something they would have thought of ahead of the start of the series. Sikandar Raza and his men would be hoping to end their season on a positive note with a consolation win and give their home fans something to cheer about.

As far as the Blackcaps, New Zealand, are concerned, they must be looking ahead to keep their winning streak alive ahead of the final on 26th July against South Africa. The Mitchell Santner-led side will enter this contest as favorites, and a win in this game will only elevate their confidence to another level, which could prove vital in the final.

Let’s delve deeper into this post for the ZIM vs NZ Dream11 prediction.

Also Read: ZIM vs NZ Today’s Match Prediction & Cricket Betting Tips: T20I Tri-Series in Zimbabwe, 6th T20I, July 24

ZIM vs NZ: Match Details

Date: 24th July 2025
Time: 04:30 PM IST
Venue: Harare Sports Club, Harare

ZIM vs NZ Head-to-Head

Matches Played: 7
ZIM won: 0
NZ won: 7
No Result: 0
Tied: 0

Seven times, Zimbabwe and New Zealand have locked horns against each other in T20 Internationals. In all instances, it’s New Zealand who have been on the right side of the line. We can expect the same to happen in this game as well.

ZIM vs NZ, 6th Match, Harare Sports Club, Harare, Pitch Report

The pitch at Harare Sports Club for the 6th T20I between Zimbabwe and New Zealand is expected to offer a balanced contest between bat and ball. Early in the innings, pacers can extract seam movement and bounce, making the powerplay crucial for both sides. As the match progresses, the surface tends to slow down, bringing spinners into play with grip and turn during the middle overs. Batters who apply themselves can still score freely, especially in the first half of the innings. The average first innings score at this venue hovers around 153, but teams will aim for 170-plus to gain a competitive edge. Historically, sides batting first have had more success here, making the toss a potentially decisive factor in shaping match strategy.

Here are some key T20I match stats from the Harare Sports Club in Harare:

Category	Stat
Total T20I matches played	64
Matches won batting first	35
Matches won bowling second	27
Average 1st innings score	151
Average 2nd innings score	133
Highest team total	234/2 by India vs Zimbabwe (2024)
Lowest team total	99/10 by Pakistan vs Zimbabwe (2021)
Highest successful chase	194/5 by Bangladesh vs Zimbabwe (2021)
Lowest score defended	77/5 by Zimbabwe vs Ireland (9 overs)
Zimbabwe’s win-loss record	12 wins, 35 losses

ZIM vs NZ Team News and Expected Playing XI

ZIM Team News

Zimbabwe could reshuffle their top order with Dion Myers partnering Brian Bennett, given Wessley Madhevere’s lack of impactful starts.
The absence of Blessing Muzarabani in the previous fixture raised eyebrows, especially on a surface favoring pace.
Wellington Masakadza was included in Muzarabani’s place in the previous game.
Muzarabani’s comeback is on the cards, potentially at the expense of Trevor Gwandu or Tinotenda Maposa, depending on the balance Zimbabwe seeks for this match.

ZIM Expected Playing XI: Wessly Madhevere/Dion Myers, Brian Bennett, Clive Madande (WK), Sikandar Raza (C), Ryan Burl, Tony Munyonga, Tashinga Musekiwa, Tinotenda Maposa/Blessing Muzarabani, Wellington Masakadza, Richard Ngarava, Trevor Gwandu

NZ Team News

Zakary Foulkes and William O’Rourke were finally handed game time in the previous clash with South Africa, marking their first appearances in the series.
New Zealand are expected to shuffle the XI once again to keep their main players fresh for the finals.
Tim Robinson, despite a fifty in the tournament opener, was sidelined but could return in place of either Mark Chapman or Devon Conway.
Matt Henry is set to stay on the bench as New Zealand keeps him fresh for the high-stakes final, given his status as the squad’s lead fast bowler.

NZ Expected Playing XI: Tim Seifert (WK), Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, Mark Chapman/Tim Robinson, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner (C), Zakary Foulkes, Adam Milne, William O’Rourke, Jacob Duffy

Who Will Win ZIM vs NZ 6th T20I?

As per the betting odds provided by most of the bookmakers, New Zealand is tipped as the favorite to win this match and hold on to their table top position.

Where to watch SA vs NZ 6th T20I?

The 3rd match of the Zimbabwe Tri-Series between Zimbabwe and New Zealand will take place on Thursday, July 24, at 04:30 PM (IST). Online live streaming will take place on the Sony Liv app. The TV streaming will take place on Sony Ten 1, 2 & 5.

SA vs NZ Dream11 Fantasy Team

Wicket-keepers: Devon Conway, Tim Seifert
Batters: Rachin Ravindra, Brian Bennett, Dion Myers
All-Rounders: Ryan Burl, Sikandar Raza, Mitchell Santner
Bowlers: Adam Milne, Tashinga Musekiwa, Jacob Duffy

C/VC Options- Mitchell Santner, Devon Conway, Sikandar Raza, Rachin Ravindra