South Africa vs New Zealand Match Prediction, 2nd T20I – Who will win today’s match between SA vs NZ?

South Africa will lock horns with New Zealand in the second T20I of the series on Wednesday, July 16.

Published - 15 Jul 2025, 19:15 IST | Updated - 15 Jul 2025, 19:27 IST

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South Africa (SA) will take on New Zealand (NZ) in the second T20I of the Zimbabwe T20I Tri-Series 2025, at the Harare Sports Club in Harare, on Wednesday, July 16.

South Africa (SA) will take on New Zealand (NZ) in the second T20I of the Pakistan ODI Tri-series, at the Harare Sports Club in Harare, on Wednesday, July 16.

Proteas have started the series well by beating hosts Zimbabwe in the series opener by five wickets. A win in the upcoming game will strengthen their case to qualify for the finals. On the other hand, New Zealand will be playing their first game of the series.

Speaking of South Africa’s performance in the series opener, it was a complete team effort as the middle order came to the rescue when the top order collapsed. After restricting the home team to 141/6 in 20 overs, the Rassie van der Dussen-led team reached the target with more than four overs to spare.

Match Details

Match	South Africa vs New Zealand, Match 2, Zimbabwe T20I Tri-Series 2025
Venue	Harare Sports Club
Date & Time	Wednesday, July 16, 4:30 PM (IST)
Live Broadcast and Streaming Details	FanCode (app & website)

Pitch Report

The Harare pitch is usually known to be on the slower side. However, a balanced track could be expected to be on offer for this match. Spinners are anticipated to benefit during the middle overs, with some help for pacers with the new ball. In 61 T20s played here, the average first-inning score has been 151, and the team batting first has come out victorious on 34 occasions.

Head-to-Head Record

Matches Played	15
Won By South Africa	11
Won By New Zealand	4
No Result	0
First-ever Fixture	October 21, 2005
Most-recent Fixture	February 17, 2017

Predicted Playing XIs

South Africa (SA):

Reeza Hendricks, Lhuan-dre Pretorius(w), Rassie van der Dussen(c), Dewald Brevis, Rubin Hermann, George Linde, Corbin Bosch, Andile Simelane, Nqabayomzi Peter, Nandre Burger, Lungi Ngidi

New Zealand (NZ):

Mitch Santner (c), Devon Conway, Mitch Hay, Jimmy Neesham, Jacob Duffy, Matt Henry, Adam Milne, Daryl Mitchell, Will O’Rourke, Tim Seifert, Ish Sodhi

Probable Top Performers

Probable Best Batter: Dewald Brevis

Star South African batter Dewald Brevis was in fine form against Zimbabwe in the first T20I as the batter scored a quick 17-ball 41. His innings was laced with one boundary and five sixes, helping the Proteas reach the target with 25 balls to spare.

Probable Best Bowler: Ish Sodhi

Veteran New Zealand spinner Ish Sodhi could be the best bowler in the upcoming game against South Africa. With the Harare pitch assisting spinners, Sodhi will be an important weapon for his team during the middle overs. Notably, the leg spinner has played one match on the ground, picking a single wicket.