T20 World Cup 2021, Warm-Up Match 11: NZ vs AUS Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing 11, Pitch Report and Injury Update

Preview:

Arch-rivals New Zealand and Australia will begin their T20 World Cup campaign with a Warm-Up game which is scheduled on Monday. Both sides are still dreaming to lift the T20 World Cup and with a lot of expectations, they can fancy their chances of going big in this tournament. The conditions in Dubai will be completely contrasting compared to the fast bouncy surfaces back in New Zealand and Australia.

However, recent IPL experiences will help some of the players to get used to the conditions. Led by Kane Williamson, Kiwis have got some seriously talented cricketers who have been playing the T20 format regularly around the world. Devon Conway, the new batting sensation, will be the man to watch out for them. There are possibilities of Kane Williamson opening in this World Cup as well.

Australia will be really hungry to win this tournament. They lost their last 2 T20I series against West Indies and Bangladesh with some key players missing out on those tours. Glenn Maxwell is in fabulous form with the bat having done extremely well in the 2nd leg of the IPL which is a huge boost for the Kangaroos.

Match Details:

New Zealand vs Australia, Warm-Up Match 11

Venue: ICC Academy Ground No.2, Dubai

Date & Time: October 18th, at 7:30 PM IST and 6:00 PM Local Time

Live Streaming: Star Sports Network

Pitch Report:

Both batters and bowlers will get equal purchase from the surface. Since it’s a warm-up match, all the batters will get maximum opportunities and hence, we can expect a high-scoring contest between the two sides.

Squads for NZ vs AUS:

New Zealand

Kane Williamson (c), Martin Guptill, Devon Conway, Glenn Phillips, Tim Seifert (wk), Mark Chapman, Jimmy Neesham, Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Santner, Kyle Jamieson, Ish Sodhi, Tim Southee, Trent Boult, Todd Astle, Lockie Ferguson

Australia

Aaron Finch (c), David Warner, Mitchell Marsh, Steve Smith, Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Matthew Wade, Josh Inglis, Ashton Agar, Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins, Kane Richardson, Josh Hazlewood, Adam Zampa, Mitchell Swepson

NZ vs AUS Top Picks for NZ vs AUS Dream11 Match:

Top Picks ­– Batters

Devon Conway got off to an excellent start to his career in all forms of the game. He averages over 50 in all the 3 formats. He has scored 473 runs in his T20I career at an average of 59.12 which comprises 4 half-centuries.

David Warner will be desperate to be back playing International cricket. He hasn’t played much of cricket in the last 8-9 months. The 34-year-old opener has accumulated 2265 runs in 81 T20I matches at an average of 31.45.

Top Picks ­– All-Rounders

Jimmy Neesham has a massive role to play for New Zealand in this World Cup. He can serve as a sixth bowling option and can be a finisher with the bat as well.

Glenn Maxwell is in staggering form with the bat having scored over 500 runs in the IPL 2021. His current form will be a big plus point for the Aussies in this World Cup.

Top Picks ­– Bowlers

Josh Hazlewood has been consistent with the ball for Chennai Super Kings in the IPL. He is familiar with the conditions of the UAE and can be a good pick for your fantasy teams.

Trent Boult is a wicket-taker for New Zealand, can swing the ball both ways and has got excellent yorkers as well. He has picked up 46 wickets in his 34 T20Is at an economy of 8.53.

Top Picks ­– Wicketkeepers

Tim Seifert has got a decent track record in the T20Is. He has mustered 695 runs in his 35 T20Is at an average of 24.82 with the highest score of 84*.

NZ vs AUS Must Picks for Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for NZ vs AUS Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Tim Seifert, David Warner, Aaron Finch, Devon Conway, Kane Williamson (vc), Glenn Maxwell (c), Mitchell Marsh, Jimmy Neesham, Josh Hazlewood, Kane Richardson, Trent Boult

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for NZ vs AUS Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Matthew Wade, Steve Smith, Devon Conway (c), Kane Williamson, Martin Guptill, Glenn Maxwell, Mitchell Marsh (vc), Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, Kyle Jamieson, Ish Sodhi

NZ vs AUS Risky Captaincy Choices:

Martin Guptill has got loads of experience opening the batting for New Zealand. He averages 32.29 with the bat in the T20Is and even has 2 centuries to his name as well. He is a risky captaincy pick for your fantasy teams.

Steve Smith might not bat at the No.3 position since Mitchell Marsh is doing an excellent job at that position for Australia in recent times. Considering this, you can take a risk and pick Smith as your fantasy team skipper.

Player you should avoid:

Josh Inglis is yet to make a debut for Australia in the T20Is. It’s better to avoid him while making your fantasy teams.

Note: Updated Fantasy teams and Playing XIs of every match will be provided in our Telegram channel if the information is available.

Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.