AUS vs NZ Match Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Updates for T20 World Cup 2022, Group 1, Match 13: The much-awaited Trans Tasman rivalry will be renewed when hosts Australia take on New Zealand in the first match of this year’s ICC T20 World Cup. The two countries have always celebrated an epic encounter, and it doesn’t look like they’ll disappoint us now. After losing their only warmup game against India, Aussies are eager to get back into action.
With Australia and New Zealand battling it out in what could be one of the most exciting matches for this year’s ICC T20 World Cup, we’re posting a safe prediction. With both teams having good records so far with a shortage of talent or experience between them – don’t miss your chance to catch all the live Action.
AUS vs NZ: New Zealand’s Preview
AUS vs NZ: New Zealand’s Predicted Playing XI
New Zealand was facing off against two of their neighbors in a tri-series at home, and they were the runner-up team that lost to Pakistan. The Kiwis are always tough opponents in the Twenty20 format, and this year is no different. They’ve won 12 matches out of 16 games played – a success rate of just under 80%. However, their last match against South Africa ended with an unfortunate 9-wicket loss after they struggled for runs throughout its entirety.
The New Zealand cricket team is coming to Australia with full force, and they know their weakness well. The players will not have any problem adjusting because of how similar these conditions are in both countries, making it easy for them on match day.
Despite their substantial batting order, New Zealand’s bowling attack is still a concern. They lack variety and experience, which can be seen in Martin Guptill leading the way with Glenn Phillips at No 3, followed by Kane Williamson (both veteran players who have been integral parts of this team).
The top three scorers for the Blackcaps this year have all been batting stances. Glenn Phillips has 449 runs in 14 innings with a strike rate of 153, Conway is looking in fine form as he scores 339 so far, and Finn Allen sits third on our list, having scorched down 313 majors across 12 games played.
AUS vs NZ: Australia’s Preview
AUS vs NZ: Australia’s Predicted Playing XI
In the warm-up match, Australia faced a defeat at India’s hands by 6 runs. Skipper David Finch hitched his batting and scored 76 off 54 balls to keep it together for his team, while Mitch Marsh had quick fire 35 runs 18 seconds before being dismissed.
Australia is a team with immense firepower. They have David Warner in their lineup, who can swing IPL or international matches for you, depending on how aggressive he wants to be; they also have young Tim David playing alongside him. Then there’s Matthew Wade keeping things safe while Maxwell takes care of everything outside off stump… Plus, recently added Cameron Green will only make this squad more vital than ever.
The Aussies have some experienced campaigners in their bowling department. Jos Hazlewood will be the go-to bowler, who also holds the top spot for Australians with 21 scalps total across 13 matches played so far, and Richardson is in second place, having taken 14 dismissals out of 08 games.
These three players have been responsible for pushing their opponents back. Along with them, Australia has spearhead Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins, and adam zampa, who will play an essential role in this game as he’s one of the best bowlers alive today.
Australia vs New Zealand: Match Details
Australia vs New Zealand, Group 1, Match 13
Venue: Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney
Date & Time: October 22nd, at 12:30 PM IST and 6:00 PM Local Time
The bowlers on both sides will look to bat first, but it’s one where spinners come into their own as they can get more grip than other pitches do.
New Zealand vs Australia Head-to-Head Matches Record
In their 15 matches against Australia, New Zealand won five of the games while Australians took ten.
AUS vs NZMatch Prediction: Today’s Match Prediction
According to our match prediction, Australia will win this game.
Australia vs New Zealand Probable Playing Xi
New Zealand
Kane Williamson (C), Tim Southee, Ish Sodhi, Mitchell Santner, Glenn Phillips, James Neesham, Daryl Mitchell, Adam Milne, Martin Guptill, Lachlan Ferguson, Devon Conway.
Australia
Pat Cummins (VC), Tim David, Aaron Finch (C), Josh Hazlewood, Mitchell Marsh, Glenn Maxwell, Kane Richardson, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc, Matthew Wade, David Warner, Adam Zampa.
New Zealand vs Australia key Players
David Warner
David Warner is Australia’s leading run-scorer in T20 World Cups with 762 runs at an average of 27.21, including the highest score, 89*.
Kane Williamson
Williamson had a dream run in the T20 World Cup. He scored 3 off 12 balls against South Africa, and his team reached the final of the previous edition too! If he has another good year with the bat, then Williamson can lead New Zealand to win this title once again.
Tim David
David is a hard-hitting middle-order batsman who debuted in the T20I series against India and showed excellent hitting skills. He could be one of the star players at this year’s World Cup, with an exciting style that uses all parts of the blade on display.
