Resolution criteria

This market will resolve to the team that wins the 2025 T20I series between New Zealand and Australia, scheduled from October 1 to October 4, 2025. The series consists of three matches, all to be played at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui. The team winning at least two of the three matches will be declared the series winner. If the series ends in a 1-1 tie with one match abandoned or no result, the market will resolve as "No Result." Match outcomes will be verified through official records from New Zealand Cricket (NZC) and Cricket Australia (CA).

Background

The Chappell–Hadlee Trophy, named after the Chappell brothers of Australia and the Hadlee family of New Zealand, is contested between these two nations in both ODI and T20I formats. As of July 2025, Australia leads the T20I head-to-head record with 13 wins out of 19 matches, while New Zealand has secured 6 victories. (mykhel.com) In their most recent T20I series in February 2024, Australia swept New Zealand 3-0. (en.wikipedia.org)

Considerations

The series will be held at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui, a venue known for its balanced pitch conditions favoring both batsmen and bowlers. Weather conditions in early October in New Zealand can be variable, potentially affecting match outcomes. Both teams may have squad changes due to injuries or strategic decisions, which could influence performance.