NZ vs ENG Dream11 Prediction, Dream11 Playing XI, Today Match 1st T20I, England tour of New Zealand 2025

Dream11 fantasy XI tips and guide for 1st T20I of England tour of New Zealand 2025 between NZ vs ENG to be played in Christchurch.

It is time for a high-profile action as England will take on New Zealand in three T20Is and three ODIs, starting on October 18, beginning with the first T20I.

This match will be played on October 18 (Saturday) at Hagley Oval, Christchurch. Mitchell Santner will be back and will lead the hosts, who will see return of Rachin Ravindra as well.

For England, they have come up with a full-strength side. They are coming off a successful series against Ireland and South Africa. They will look to start the tour with a win.

NZ vs ENG: Match Details

Match: New Zealand (NZ) vs England (ENG), 1st T20I, England tour of New Zealand 2025

Match Date: October 18, 2025 (Saturday)

Time: 11:45 A.M. (Indian Standard Time) / 06:15 AM GMT / 07:15 PM LOCAL

Venue: Hagley Oval, Christchurch

NZ vs ENG: Head-to-Head: NZ (10) – ENG (16)

These two sides have played 27 T20Is so far. New Zealand have won ten games, and England have won 16, and one game has been washed out.

NZ vs ENG: Weather Report

The forecast shows possibility of light rain on Saturday in Christchurch. The temperature is expected to hover around 17°C, with the humidity expected to be around 65 percent.

NZ vs ENG: Pitch Report

Hagley Oval is a good wicket for the pacers. It produces good bounce and carry, and the outfield is also fast. The overcast conditions will help the fast bowlers early on, and the conditions will remain the same throughout the game. The overall record shows that the chasing team has won more games at this venue in T20Is.

NZ vs ENG: Predicted XIs:

New Zealand: Tim Seifert (WK), Devon Conway, Tim Robinson, Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Santner (C), Michael Bracewell, James Neesham, Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy, Kyle Jamieson

England: Harry Brook (C), Phil Salt, Jos Buttler (WK), Jacob Bethell, Tom Banton, Liam Dawson, Jordan Cox, Brydon Carse, Sam Curran, Adil Rashid, Luke Wood

Suggested Dream11 Fantasy Team No. 1 NZ vs ENG Dream11:

Wicket-keepers: Jos Buttler, Phil Salt, Tim Seifert

Batters: Tim Robinson, Daryl Mitchell

All-rounders: James Neesham, Sam Curran, Rachin Ravindra, Jacob Bethell

Bowlers: Adil Rashid, Matt Henry

Captain First-Choice: Phil Salt || Captain Second-Choice: Tim Seifert

Vice-Captain First-Choice: Jos Buttler || Vice-captain Second-Choice: Jacob Bethell

Suggested Dream11 Fantasy Team No. 2 NZ vs ENG Dream11:

Wicket-keepers: Jos Buttler, Phil Salt

Batters: Tim Robinson, Daryl Mitchell, Harry Brook

All-rounders: Sam Curran, Rachin Ravindra, Jacob Bethell

Bowlers: Adil Rashid, Matt Henry, Mitch Santner

Captain First-Choice: Rachin Ravindra || Captain Second-Choice: Harry Brook

Vice-Captain First-Choice: Sam Curran || Vice-captain Second-Choice: Daryl Mitchell

NZ vs ENG: Dream11 Prediction – Who Will Win?

New Zealand know the conditions well, but they will be up against a team that is playing an ultra-aggressive brand. A small error can cost New Zealand big. England’s powerful batting unit is another reason that we back them to win the first game.

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