The three-match T20I series ended in favour of Australia, as they won it by a 2-1 margin. Adding to that, Australia also won the first test and took a 1-0 lead. The second test will be played at Hagley Oval, Christchurch.
This game will start on March 8 at 3:30 a.m., as per Indian timings. This game is very important because both teams are fighting for a place in the World Test Championship final and have won one edition each. However, Australia have a better chance to win, and New Zealand need their senior players to perform.
NZ vs AUS: Match Details
Date: March 08, 2024 (Friday)
Time: 03:30 am I.S.T.
Venue: Hagley Oval, Christchurch
NZ vs AUS: Live Streaming Details
The live telecast of the second test between Australia and New Zealand will not be available on any cable TV networks. But you can watch it on Amazon Prime, which needs an active subscription.
NZ vs AUS: Head-to-Head
Australia have won 35 test matches against New Zealand out of 61 played so far. A total of 18 have also been drawn, while New Zealand have won 8 only.
NZ vs AUS: Pitch Report
The pitch in Christchurch has good pace and movement. It will assist the fast bowlers more, and it will be difficult to bat here for any batters. It is expected to be another short test, and batting first is a better choice.
NZ vs AUS: Predicted XIs
New Zealand: Will Young, Tom Latham, Kane Williamson, Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Tom Blundell (wk), Scott Kuggeleijn, Matt Henry, Tim Southee (c), William ORourke
Australia: Steven Smith, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Mitch Marsh, Travis Head, Cameron Green, Alex Carey (wk), Pat Cummins (c), Mitch Starc, Nathan Lyon, Josh Hazlewood
NZ vs AUS: Dream11 Team
Wicket-keeper: Tom Blundell
Batters: Kane Williamson, Daryl Mitchell, Travis Head, Steve Smith
All-rounders: Mitchell Marsh (Vice Captain), Cameron Green (Captain), Rachin Ravindra, Glenn Phillips
Bowlers: Tim Southee, Pat Cummins
Also Read: Join Our WhatsApp Channel For World Cup Updates Dream11 Prediction: The way Australia won the first test was pretty remarkable because they were struggling in the first innings with the bat, and then Cameron Green slammed a brilliant ton. That would have given them massive confidence heading into the second test. Meanwhile, New Zealand didn't have a great game in Wellington. As a result, we predict Australia to win the second test in Christchurch