NZ vs WI Dream11 Prediction: Dream11 Team Today, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update - West Indies Tour of New Zealand 2025, 5th T20I

New Zealand will take on the West Indies in the fifth T20I match of the West Indies tour of New Zealand 2025 at University Oval, Dunedin, on Thursday, November 13th. This has been a very thrilling series with both sides putting up some great performances.

With this article, we bring you the Dream11 prediction for today's match, New Zealand cricket team vs West Indies cricket team, to help fantasy players pick the best team. This will also guide you with the best NZ vs WI today's Dream11 team prediction.

NZ vs WI Match Preview

New Zealand will take on the West Indies in the fifth and final T20I match. New Zealand is leading the series 2-1 after the previous match was abandoned due to rain. In the third T20I, New Zealand scored 177 runs in the first innings, and later, West Indies struggled in the chase, losing 8 wickets for less than 90 runs. But they still made a good recovery and in the end fell short by just nine runs, ending up with 168.

Leg-spinner Ish Sodhi was the player of the match after an excellent performance. The last game was abandoned after the Windies were put into bat. They could manage 33 runs before the rain played spoiler. This should be a closely fought game between these two sides and both teams will be hoping the weather stays good.

New Zealand vs West Indies Match Details

NZ vs WI Dream11 Team Today Stats

• New Zealand opening batsman Devon Conway scored the most runs for his team in the 3rd T20I with 56 runs in 34 balls, with 6 fours and 2 sixes. He is a top contender for the NZ vs WI Dream11 team prediction.
• Right-arm leg-spinner Ish Sodhi was the leading wicket-taker for his team in the previous match. In a 4-over spell, they managed to take three wickets. Our NZ vs WI Dream11 prediction for today predicts that he will play an important role.
• West Indies hard-hitting all-rounder Romario Shepherd scored the most runs for his team in the previous match, scoring 49 runs in 34 balls, including 7 boundaries. He is one of the most dangerous cricketers in the world and is a strong contender for the NZ vs WI Dream11 team prediction match.
• Matthew Forde, a right-arm medium-fast bowler from the West Indies, was the top bowler in their previous game. He took two wickets in a 4-over spell. He is an excellent candidate for the NZ vs WI Dream11 match today.

NZ vs WI Injury Updates Today

Fans will be able to expect their favourite players and big performers to be included in their NZ vs WI Dream11 Prediction Team. All players from both lineups are fully fit and available to play

NZ vs WI Toss Prediction

We expect West Indies captain, Shai Hope, to win the toss and may opt to bat first on this ground, as previous records and pitch conditions favour the team that bats first on this ground. Batting first could be an advantage in the NZ vs WI Dream11 prediction today match.

Record of Chasing Teams at University Oval

As per previous data, three T20I matches were played at the University Oval. One match was won by the chasing team, and two matches were won by the team batting first.

NZ vs WI Dream11 Prediction Playing 11

Both teams have players who have the capability of winning matches and should be considered for your WI vs NZ Dream11 team prediction. Shai Hope will lead West Indies, while the experienced all-rounder Mitchell Santner is the captain of New Zealand.

Highest Run Scorers & Highest Wicket Takers

• Alick Athanaze and Tim Robinson are the top runners for their respective teams. Among the players who are set to feature in this upcoming game, viewers will expect an incredible performance from them.
• Ish Sodhi and Roston Chase are the leading wicket-takers for their respective teams. According to the New Zealand vs West Indies Dream11 prediction, these players will be a threat to the opposition in this upcoming game.

NZ vs WI Captain and Vice Captain Choices

• For this match, Tim Robinson and Mitchell Santner emerged as the top captaincy choices, as both players are match-winners and can turn the game with their match-winning performance.
• For vice-captaincy choices, Ish Sodhi and Romario Shepherd are the perfect choices for vice-captains. Both players have shown match-winning potential and are performing outstandingly this year.

Top Picks for NZ vs WI Dream11 Prediction

• Devon Conway scored a half-century in the third T20I and will be one of the key players in this match.
• Jason Holder is a quality all-rounder and picked up two wickets in a few games back. He will be a top pick in this NZ vs WI Dream11 Prediction.

Budget Picks for NZ vs WI Dream11 Prediction

• All-rounder Romario Shepherd scored 49 runs and also picked up one wicket in the third T20I. Back him to do well in this game.
• Ish Sodhi picked up three wickets in his last game and will be a handy budget pick in this NZ vs WI Dream11 Prediction.

Best Team for Dream11 Today's Match

Keepers: S Hope, D Conway
Batters: D Mitchell, A Athanaze
All-rounders: M Santner, J Holder, R Shepherd, R Chase
Bowlers: J Duffy, I Sodhi, M Forde

Best Dream11 Team Today

Keeper: S Hope
Batters: D Mitchell, A Athanaze, T Robinson, R Ravindra
All-rounders: M Santner, R Shepherd, J Holder
Bowlers: J Duffy, I Sodhi, M Forde

NZ vs WI Dream11 Prediction Today (5th T20I) West Indies Tour of New Zealand 2025 Players to Avoid

• In the last game, Mitchell Hay has struggled to perform effectively and should be avoided for this match.
• Wicketkeeper Amir Jangoo has struggled to deliver an impactful performance in the last game, so it might be advisable to avoid selecting him for this match.

NZ vs WI Weather & Pitch Report at University Oval

• The weather in Dunedin is expected to be perfect for cricket, with clear skies and an average temperature of around 16°C. Throughout the entire game, there are no signs of rain or precipitation.
• The surface here at Dunedin will be a balanced one and there will be some help for pacers while batting may get easier post the new ball. It is one of the most beautiful cricket stadiums in the world and both teams will prefer batting first at this venue.

NZ vs WI Head-to-Head Records

New Zealand and the West Indies have played each other in 24 T20I matches. Out of these 24 games, New Zealand has won 13, while West Indies has come out victorious on 8 occasions. Three matches ended without a result.

Disclaimer: This team is based on the analysis, calculated odds, and past experience of the author. While selecting your team, consider the analysis only as supporting data while making your own decision. Sportsdunia does not work with insider news and will not be responsible for any monetary loss to the users following the analysis.