ZIM vs NZ Who Will Win Today, 2nd Test Match, Top Batter and Bowler Tips – New Zealand Tour of Zimbabwe 2025

ZIM vs NZ Who will win today? Zimbabwe (ZIM) and New Zealand (NZ) will compete in the 2nd Test match of the New Zealand Tour of Zimbabwe 2025.

Who will win today’s New Zealand Tour of Zimbabwe match between Zimbabwe and New Zealand?  Find out in our prediction for today’s ZIM vs. NZ match. The Zimbabwe and New Zealand cricket match will be held on Thursday, August 6, at Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo.

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Zimbabwe vs New Zealand Today Match Prediction – Team Analysis

Zimbabwe (ZIM)

ZIM were thoroughly outclassed in the 1st Test, losing by 9 wickets. Their batters failed to handle the pressure and were dismissed for just 149 in the first innings. The bowling showed promise, but lacked the support of a competitive total.

Key Players for ZIM:

• Craig Ervine: Top-scored with 39 in the first innings. Needs to lead again.

• Tafadzwa Tsiga: Showed resilience with 30 runs, a player to watch.

• Blessing Muzarabani: Picked up 3 wickets, the best bowler for ZIM.

• Tanaka Chivanga: Supported well with the ball, taking 2 wickets.

New Zealand (NZ)

The Black Caps made light work of Zimbabwe in the opening Test. Daryl Mitchell and Devon Conway were fluent with the bat, while Matt Henry was unstoppable with the ball. Even with injuries to Nathan Smith and possibly Tom Latham, NZ look far superior.

Key Players for NZ:

• Matt Henry: Took 6 wickets, the match-winner with the ball.

• Daryl Mitchell: Scored a solid 80 to anchor the innings.

• Devon Conway: Classy 88-run knock to set the tone.

• Mitchell Santner: Leading the side, offers control with spin.

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Zimbabwe vs New Zealand: Probable Playing 11

Zimbabwe Probable XI:

Brian Bennett, Ben Curran, Nick Welch, Sean Williams, Craig Ervine (c), Sikandar Raza, Tafadzwa Tsiga (wk), Newman Nyamhuri, Vincent Masekesa, Blessing Muzarabani, Tanaka Chivanga

New Zealand Probable XI:

Will Young, Devon Conway, Henry Nicholls, Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Blundell (wk), Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner (c), Matt Henry, Will O’Rourke, Ben Lister

Zimbabwe vs New Zealand Today New Zealand Tour of Zimbabwe Match Prediction

Expected Top Run Scorers:

• ZIM: Craig Ervine, Sean Williams

• NZ: Devon Conway, Daryl Mitchell

Expected Top Wicket Takers:

• ZIM: Blessing Muzarabani, Tanaka Chivanga

• NZ: Matt Henry, Mitchell Santner

Predicted Team Scores:

• ZIM: 180-250

• NZ: 350+

Which Team Will hit more sixes?

New Zealand

Which Team Will hit more fours?

New Zealand

Who will win today’s New Zealand Tour of Zimbabwe match between ZIM vs NZ?

Zimbabwe are low on confidence and lacking depth, especially in their batting. New Zealand, even without a couple of key players, are far more balanced and in good form. We expect another dominant performance from the visitors.

Our Prediction: New Zealand to win