New Zealand will face Australia in the 3rd T20I of the Australia tour of New Zealand 2025 at the Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui, on Saturday, 4 October 2025. The match is scheduled to begin at 11:45 AM (IST). Both teams will aim to secure the series and finish strongly in the three-match T20I series.
Probable Playing XIs
New Zealand (NZ): –
Tim Seifert (WK), Devon Conway, Tim Robinson, Daryl Mitchell, Mark Chapman, Bevon Jacobs, Michael Bracewell (C), Zakary Foulkes, Kyle Jamieson, Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy.
Australia (AUS): –
Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh (C), Matthew Short, Tim David, Alex Carey (WK), Marcus Stoinis, Mitchell Owen, Ben Dwarshuis, Xavier Bartlett, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood.
Head-to-Head Stats
New Zealand and Australia share a strong rivalry in women’s cricket. In their last five T20 encounters, Australia have won three matches while New Zealand have won two. Expect an intense contest with both sides fielding full-strength squads.
Pitch Report
The Bay Oval pitch generally offers consistent bounce and carry for pacers early in the innings. Batters who build innings patiently can score freely, while spinners may play a key role in the middle overs. It provides a balanced contest for both teams.
Weather Forecast
Mount Maunganui is expected to have mild and humid conditions with temperatures around 20–22°C. Minimal chance of rain is expected, ensuring a full match is likely.
Prediction
Australia enter the match as favorites due to their strong batting lineup and depth in bowling. New Zealand will need disciplined bowling and sharp fielding to challenge them, but Australia’s consistency makes them slightly more likely to win the 3rd T20I.
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