ZIM vs NZ Dream11 Prediction Today Match, Dream11 Team Today, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update- New Zealand Tour of Zimbabwe 2025, 2nd Test
Published - 07 Aug 2025, 11:00 AM
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The second test match between Zimbabwe and New Zealand is set for 7th August at Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo, with play starting at 1:30 PM IST.
Get the best ZIM vs NZ Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match insights for the 2nd Test match of the New Zealand Tour of Zimbabwe 2025. Expert analysis and more.
ZIM vs NZ Today Match Information:
| Match Details | Match Information |
| New Zealand Tour of Zimbabwe 2025 | Zimbabwe vs New Zealand 2nd Test |
| Date | 7th August 2025 |
| Time | 1:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo |
ZIM vs NZ Match Preview:
The second Test between Zimbabwe and New Zealand is set to commence on August 7, 2025, at Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo. New Zealand won the first Test by nine wickets, taking a 1-0 lead in the two-match series.
In the first Test, Zimbabwe opted to bat first but were bowled out for 149 in their first innings. Craig Ervine top-scored with 39 runs, while Matt Henry starred for New Zealand, claiming 6-39.
New Zealand responded with 307, led by Devon Conway’s 88 runs and Daryl Mitchell’s 80 runs. Blessing Muzarabani took 3-73 for Zimbabwe.
In their second innings, Zimbabwe managed 165 runs, with Williams leading with 49 runs. Mitchell Santner took 4-27, and Henry added 3-51. New Zealand chased the target of eight runs in just 14 balls, losing one wicket.
Zimbabwe will welcome back Brendan Taylor, whose experience could bolster their batting after a three-and-a-half-year ban. They’ll aim to level the series at home, relying on key players like Sikandar Raza, Sean Williams, and Blessing Muzarabani.
New Zealand, led by stand-in captain Mitchell Santner, will look to seal the series, with Matt Henry, Devon Conway, and Daryl Mitchell in fine form.
Historically, New Zealand has dominated, winning all six of their last Test encounters against Zimbabwe, four by an innings. Another competitive match is anticipated as Zimbabwe seeks redemption on its home turf.
ZIM vs NZ Head-to-Head Record:
| Teams | Matches Won |
| Zimbabwe | 0 |
| New Zealand | 0 |
ZIM vs NZ Weather & Pitch Report:
| Temperature | 20°C |
| Weather Forecast | Clear Sky |
| Pitch Behaviour | Balanced |
| Best Suited To | Pace |
| Average 1st innings score | 253 |
Record of chasing teams:
| Records | Good |
| Winning % | 68% |
ZIM vs NZ Playing 11s (Predicted):
Zimbabwe Playing 11: Ben Curran, Nicholas Welch, Sean Williams, Craig Ervine ©, Sikandar Raza, Brian Bennett, Tafadzwa Tsiga (wk), Newman Nyamhuri, Blessing Muzarabani, Vincent Masekesa, Wellington Masakadza
New Zealand Playing 11: Will Young, Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra, Henry Nicholls, Daryl Mitchell, Michael Bracewell, Tom Blundell (wk), Mitchell Santner ©, Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy, Zak Foulkes
Hot Picks for ZIM vs NZ Fantasy Cricket Tips:
ZIM vs NZ Dream11 Prediction Captaincy Picks:
| Matt Henry – The New Zealand speedster delivered a phenomenal spell in the previous game, claiming 9 wickets with his sharp right-arm pace and making a massive impact with the ball. |
| Mitchell Santner – The dependable New Zealand all-rounder impressed with both bat and ball, scoring 19 crucial runs and claiming 4 vital wickets in his last outing, showcasing his value in all departments. |
ZIM vs NZ Dream11 Prediction Top Picks:
| Sean Williams – Representing Zimbabwe, he impressed with a composed 51-run knock and also chipped in with a crucial wicket using his left-arm orthodox spin in the previous match. |
| Rachin Ravindra – A dynamic all-rounder from New Zealand, he brings balance to the side with his composed left-handed batting and disciplined left-arm orthodox spin. |
ZIM vs NZ Dream11 Prediction Budget Picks:
| Craig Ervine – A dependable left-handed batter from Zimbabwe, he brings stability and experience to the middle-order with his composed stroke play. |
| Blessing Muzarabani – The tall Zimbabwean pacer delivers with pace and precision as a right-arm medium-fast bowler, often making early inroads with the new ball. |
ZIM vs NZ Captain and Vice-captain Choices:
| Captain | Matt Henry & Sean Williams |
| Vice-Captain | Devon Conway & Mitchell Santner |
ZIM vs NZ Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keeper – Devon Conway (vc)
- Batters – Daryl Mitchell, Sean Williams, Brian Bennett, Craig Ervine, Will Young
- All-rounders – Mitchell Santner, Sikandar Raza, Rachin Ravindra
- Bowlers – Matt Henry (c), Blessing Muzarabani
ZIM vs NZ Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keeper – Devon Conway
- Batters – Daryl Mitchell, Sean Williams (c), Henry Nicholls, Craig Ervine, Will Young
- All-rounders – Mitchell Santner (vc), Sikandar Raza, Rachin Ravindra
- Bowlers – Matt Henry, Blessing Muzarabani
ZIM vs NZ Dream11 Prediction Today Match 2nd Test New Zealand Tour of Zimbabwe 2025 Players to Avoid:
| Players | Dream11 Credits | Dream11 Points (Last match) |
| Glenn Phillips | 7.0 credits | DNP |
| Vincent Masekesa | 7.0 credits | 41 points |
ZIM vs NZ Dream11 Prediction Today Match 2nd Test New Zealand Tour of Zimbabwe 2025 Expert Advice:
| SL Captaincy Choice | Matt Henry |
| GL Captaincy Choice | Sean Williams |
| Punt Picks | Henry Nicholls and Brian Bennett |
| Dream11 Combination | 2-4-3-2 |
ZIM vs NZ Match Prediction:
Considering the current form, New Zealand is expected to win this match.
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