Bangladesh vs New Zealand Today's Match Prediction, 3rd ODI - Who will win today’s match?
Mehidy Hasan Miraz and Tom Latham (Source: BCBtigers on X)
Published - 22 Apr 2026, 04:30 PM• Read time - 12 mins
With the series squared at 1-1, Bangladesh will square off against New Zealand in the third ODI on Thursday, April 22, at the Bir Sreshtho Flight Lieutenant Matiur Rahman Stadium in Chattogram. Both teams have played some exciting cricket in some tough batting conditions thus far, but a flat wicket in Chattogram is likely to make life easier for the batters.
New Zealand have only played one game at the venue, so they would have to rely on statistics to decide their playing combination.
On the other hand, it will be quite a challenge for Nahid Rana to replicate his outstanding second ODI spell in Chattogram due to batting-friendly conditions, but he would still fancy his chances if the surface provides enough carry and early movement. Bangladesh have won their last three games at the venue.
BAN vs NZ Match Info
| Date | Fixture | Match No | Venue | Start time (Local time) |
| Thursday, April 23 | Bangladesh vs New Zealand | 3rd ODI | Bir Sreshtho Flight Lieutenant Matiur Rahman Stadium, Chattogram | 11:00 AM |
Venue Statistics (ODI)
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 31 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 11 |
| Matches Won Bowling First | 20 (including one tie won by team bowling first) |
| No Result | 0 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 226 |
| Average 2nd Innings Score | 191 |
| Highest Total Recorded | 409/8 (50) by IND vs BAN |
| Lowest Total Recorded | 44/10 (24.5) by ZIM vs BAN, 2009 |
| Highest Score Chased | 287 (288/3 in 42.1 overs) by BAN vs ZIM, 2018 |
| Lowest Score Defended | 177 by Pakistan vs Bangladesh in 2011 |
Bir Sreshtho Flight Lieutenant Matiur Rahman Stadium Pitch Report and Playing Conditions:
| Aspect | Batters | Pacers | Spinners |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Assistance | Good | Average | Favourable |
| Bounce | Good | Decent | Decent |
| Movement/turn | Good | Minimal after powerplay | Good |
| Best Phase | Almost Throughout | With the old ball | Middle Overs |
BAN vs NZ Head-to-Head record (ODIs)
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 48 |
| Bangladesh | 12 |
| New Zealand | 35 |
| No Result | 1 |
Bangladesh vs New Zealand Playing XI Prediction
Bangladesh
Saif Hassan, Tanzid Hasan, Soumya Sarkar, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Towhid Hridoy, Litton Das (wk), Mehidy Hasan Miraz (c), Rishad Hossain, Shoriful Islam, Taskin Ahmed, Nahid Rana
New Zealand
Henry Nicholls, Nick Kelly, Will Young, Dean Foxcroft, Tom Latham (c & wk), Muhammad Abbas, Josh Clarkson, Nathan Smith, Blair Tickner, Will O'Rourke, Jayden Lennox
Players to watch out for:
Muhammad Abbas
Though he has looked a pale shadow of his robust self, scoring a 30-ball 14 and a 34-ball 19, Muhammad Abbas would relish batting at a flatter deck in Chattogram during the series decider. Abbas is a fine striker of the ball, something he displayed against Pakistan on his ODI debut with a 26-ball 52 and can be really destructive if he gets going.
Nahid Rana
Nahid Rana is one Bangladeshi player who has impressed the most in the last 24 months. His five-wicket haul in the second ODI was really impressive as he was able to beat the Kiwis for pace, who are generally considered good players of fast bowling. With conditions expected to be batting-friendly in Chattogram, all eyes will be on the seamer and how he deals with the challenge.
Today's Match Prediction: Bangladesh to win
Disclaimer: This prediction is based on current form, team balance, and available match data. Cricket remains unpredictable, and actual results may vary.
