NZ vs CAN Dream11 Prediction: Dream11 Team Today, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update - ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, Match 31

Match 31 of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 will see New Zealand take on Canada at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. The Black Caps, led by Mitchell Santner, enter the clash in a strong position on the points table and know that a win here would seal their place in the next round. They are coming off a loss in their previous outing against the Proteas, and will be looking to win their last league encounter to qualify for the Super 8.

The Black Caps have shown depth across departments, with a solid top order, including some of the most dangerous batsmen in the world, like Finn Allen and Tim Seifert. Notably, the Kiwis will miss the likes of speedster Lockie Ferguson for this clash, as he has taken a parental leave for the birth of his first child.

Canada, captained by Dilpreet Bajwa, comes into the match as clear underdogs but will be eager to put up a competitive performance after a tough tournament so far, with their batting needing greater consistency against a technically superior New Zealand lineup. The Chepauk surface traditionally offers a good batting track early before slowing down and bringing spinners into play. For the NZ vs CAN Dream11 team prediction, New Zealand openers Finn Allen and Tim Seifert are the ideal candidates for captaincy as they are among the leading run scorers for the team.

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NZ vs CAN Toss Prediction

In the 31st fixture of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, New Zealand skipper Mitchell Santner could win the toss. Going by the NZ vs CAN Dream11 prediction today match, a decision to bat first is more likely at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. Historically, the venue has marginally favoured teams batting first in T20 cricket with eight wins from 14 matches, while sides chasing have succeeded on five occasions.

Record of Chasing Teams at MA Chidambaram Stadium

NZ vs CAN Playing 11 (Probable)

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NZ vs CAN Captain and Vice Captain Choices

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Best Team for Dream11 Today's Match

• Keeper: F Allen, T Seifert(c)
• Batters: N Dhaliwal, R Ravindra(vc)
• All-rounders: G Phillips, M Santner, S Zafar, H Thaker
• Bowlers: M Henry, J Duffy, A Patel

Best Dream11 Team Today

• Keeper: F Allen(c), T Seifert
• Batters: D Bajwa, M Chapman, N Dhaliwal
• All-rounders: M Santner(vc), S Zafar, H Thaker
• Bowlers: M Henry, K Sana, I Sodhi

Note: Sportsdunia has prepared a fantasy team for NZ vs CAN based on their experience in fantasy cricket.

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