AUS vs NZ Dream11 Prediction T20 World Cup 2022 Australia vs New Zealand Playing 11, Top Picks, Fantasy Cricket Tips

AUS vs NZ Dream11 Prediction : It is kickoff time for the Super 12 teams and it begins with the encounter of the arch rivals. Australia take on New Zealand in another edition of the World Cup. The last time round these two teams met was in the final of the T20 World Cup 2021. It cannot get better than this. Aussies did not have a good series against England in the buildup to the world cup. They lost the series 2-0 on home soil. New Zealand, have had a similar fate as they lost the final of the recently concluded tri series against Pakistan on their home soil. Both the teams would try to make sure to get a positive start in the opening game of the Super 12 to gain some momentum.

AUS vs NZ Dream11 Team Prediction for Today Match

Australia Vs New Zealand, Match 13 of T20 World Cup
22 October, 12:30 PM IST
Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney.

Where to watch AUS vs NZ Live?

Watch AUS vs NZ Live on Star Sports Network. Online streaming will be available on the Disney + Hotstar app.

Australia vs New Zealand Pitch Report

Sydney Cricket ground is always known for being a true cricket wicket. It is not as fast or bouncy as Gabba or Perth. It also offers the batters value for their shots. Interestingly, this wicket also has something for the spinners. This is one pitch in Australia where spinners would love to bowl. The average first innings total is 160 and the average second innings total is 140 indicating that the pitch becomes slower as the match progresses. The par score is expected to be somewhere around 160-170 runs.

Last result at the venue

Australia (164/6 in 20 overs) beat Sri Lanka (164/8 in 20 overs) in the Super Over.

Form Guide

Australia: L W W L L
New Zealand : L L W W L

AUS Playing 11

Aussies come on the back of a series defeat against England. They also lost the warm up game against India.
The core group shall comprise of David Warner, Aaron Finch, Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Josh Hazlewood and Mitchell Starc.
All the crucial players have found their rhythm for the kangaroos, but Glenn Maxwell is struggling with his form. He would be eager to step on the field and regain his lost form.
The bowling trio of Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood will be pivotal to get the Aussies over the line.

1. David Warner
2. Aaron Finch(C)
3. Mitchell Marsh
4. Glenn Maxwell
5. Marcus Stoinis
6. Tim David
7. Matthew Wade(wk)
8. Pat Cummins
9. Josh Hazlewood
10. Mitchell Starc
11. Adam Zampa

David Warner Stats in T20I

The veteran left handed batter has always proved to be an essential part of the team. His style of play complements Aaron Finch and gives him the luxury to settle. He has by far been one of the most consistent batters for the defending champions.

Matches	Runs	Strike Rate	Average	50s/100s
92	2811	143	34.30	24/1

Matthew Wade Stats in T20I

Matthew Wade’s resurgence in the shortest format of the game is credited to his ability of playing the role of a finisher. He has been in top notch form off late and has guided the Aussies to victory by finishing games.

Matches	Runs	Average	Strike Rate	Recent Form
71	1003	25.71	132.67	41(25), 1(3), 39(29), 16(14), 21(15), 10(10)

NZ Playing 11

New Zealand lost the recently concluded tri series at home. Moreover, their batting lineup was completely demolished by South Africa in the warm up game.
Their core shall comprise of Kane Williamson, Devon Conway, James Neesham, Mitchell Santner, Tim Southee and Trent Boult.
Ish Sodhi can prove to be a handy pick on a sluggish SCG pitch.

1. Devon Conway (wk)
2. Finn Allen
3. Kane Williamson(C)
4. Glenn Phillips
5. James Neesham
6. Mark Chapman
7. Mitchell Santner
8. Tim Southee
9. Ish Sodhi
10.Lockie Ferguson
11. Trent Boult.

Kane Williamson Stats in T20I

The Kiwi skipper has always brought out the best from his team in the ICC events, but the black caps are yet to win a World Cup. In order to end their trophy drought, Kane holds the key as he has the ability to anchor and pace the innings for his team.

Matches	Runs	Strike Rate	Average	50s/100
80	2166	123.06	32.32	14/0

Trent Boult Stats in T20I

Trent Boult has made a name for himself over the years in the world of cricket. His early breakthroughs and death over bowling is highly rated by the experts of the game. On the pacy and bouncy Aussie wickets he is surely going to lead the chart in the wickets taken column.

Matches	Wickets	Economy	Strike Rate	Average
49	66	7.39	16.86	22.29

Who will win Australia vs New Zealand today match?

Both the teams did not enjoy the best of forms entering the World Cup. Thus, would like to start their world cup campaign with a win and some momentum.
In the 15 T20I matches between these two teams Aussies have won 10 whereas the black caps have managed just four wins. One was a tied match.

Considering form, head to head record and morale of both sides, Australia are favourites to win as per our Australia vs New Zealand today match prediction.