Today Match Prediction: PAK vs NZ Dream11 Team, Pakistan vs New Zealand 2nd T20I, Who Will Win?
Today’s Match Prediction: Pakistan vs New Zealand 2nd T20I Dream11 Team: PAK vs NZ Today Match Prediction, April 20, 2024 Who Will Win?
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PAK vs NZ Match Details
Match: Pakistan vs New Zealand 2024
Date: April 20, 2024
Time: 07:30 PM LOCAL
Venue: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
Telecast and Live Streaming: FanCode
PAK vs NZ 2nd T20I Preview
After the first match of the 5-match series was washed out, Pakistan and New Zealand are set to take on each other in match number 2 on Saturday.
PAKISTAN VS NEW ZEALAND HEAD-TO-HEAD RECORD
Both teams have faced each other in 39 matches to date. Pakistan has an advantage with 21 wins, while New Zealand has won 17. The latest match ended without an outcome.
PAK VS NZ TEAM PREVIEWS
PAKISTAN
The hosts have opted for a full-strength squad for this series and that should help them reap the benefits against a depleted New Zealand squad.
Pakistan has a strong batting line-up to bank on. It will be headlined by Babar Azam, who is back at the helm and will likely open the batting alongside Saim Ayub. Usman Khan and Mohammad Rizwan are likely to follow them in the number 3 and number 4 spots respectively.
This would be a big change and would require a change in batting approach from Mohammad Rizwan.
The hosts have some quality all-rounders in the form of Iftikhar Ahmed, Shadab Khan, and Irfan Khan, which helps the team get plenty of depth in the batting line-up. You can add Imad Wasim to this lift of players as well.
Pakistan has a potent new-ball attack with Shaheen Shah Afridi and Naseem Shah, while Mohammad Amir coming in as the first change. Abrar Ahmed is likely to be the full-time spinner on the team.
There are plenty of good options but Pakistan needs to work on getting the right players in the right positions. The mental approach to play high-quality modern T20 cricket also needs to be accepted by everyone in the squad.
NEW ZEALAND
As mentioned earlier, New Zealand hasn’t been able to send a full-strength sqaud for this series as some of its first-choice players are in India, playing the IPL. Nevertheless, the Black Caps have a knack for punching above their weight and we can expect a good fight from the visitors.
Tim Robinson, who made his international debut on Thursday, was bowled for a duck before rain forced the match to be abandoned. He will once again open the batting alongside Tim Seifert and will hope to redeem himself. Just like their opponents, New Zealand has some good all-rounders in the form of Dean Foxcroft, James Neesham, Michael Bracewell, and Josh Clarkson.
While not regular internationals, these players have plenty of experience in playing in T20 leagues.
Does Pakistan have enough power and depth in its lineup to challenge Pakistan? We don’t think so. They will have players that attack with intent but we don’t see them dominating large passages of play. The Kiwi bowling attack also has some clear issues.
Jacob Duffy, Ben Sears, and Ben Lister are likely to be the 3 seamers on the team. They have limited experience playing in the subcontinent and are likely to struggle against the strong batting line-up of Pakistan. Ish Sodhi might come in handy during the middle overs but he is the only quality spinner on the team.
Pakistan vs New Zealand 2nd T20I Pitch Report and Conditions
The Rawalpindi Stadium offers a well-balanced track and we can expect a good contest between the bat and the ball. As the weather has been overcast and it has rained here, the pitch will have some moisture as well as some green grass, allowing the ball to skid.
The new-ball bowlers can expect some swing as well. The average first-inning score in the 5 T20 matches played here is around 155 but the team batting first will aim for the 180-run mark, as it does get easier to bat during the second half.
PAK vs NZ Today Match Weather Report
The weather is likely to be cloudy with temperatures of around 20 degrees.
Pakistan vs New Zealand Toss Prediction
The team winning the toss will likely opt to bowl first.
What is Pakistan vs New Zealand 2nd T20I Score Prediction?
If PAK Bats First: 150+ Runs
If NZ Bats First: 154+ Runs
Winning Chances of PAK vs NZ?
Pakistan vs New Zealand Dream11 Team Prediction
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Pakistan vs New Zealand Dream11 Team Today
Batsmen (3):
- Babar Azam (PAK) (Captain): In red-hot form and the leader of the Pakistani batting attack.
- Mohammad Rizwan (PAK) (WK): Consistent wicket-keeper batsman who can anchor the innings.
- Mark Chapman (NZ): Solid middle-order batsman for the inexperienced New Zealand team.
All-rounders (3):
- Jimmy Neesham (NZ) (Vice-Captain): A genuine all-rounder who can contribute with both bat and ball.
- Shadab Khan (PAK): Provides a vital spin option along with his batting ability.
- Michael Bracewell (NZ) (Captain option): Another all-rounder who can be a good captaincy choice for New Zealand.
Bowlers (4):
- Shaheen Afridi (PAK): Pakistan’s pace spearhead, known for his express deliveries.
- Naseem Shah (PAK): Another young and exciting fast bowler for Pakistan.
- Ish Sodhi (NZ): New Zealand’s leading leg-spinner, crucial for taking wickets in the middle overs.
- Ben Lister (NZ): An unknown quantity, but could be a good differential pick with the new ball.
PAK vs NZ Probable Playing XIs
Pakistan:
Babar Azam(c), Mohammad Rizwan(w), Saim Ayub, Usman Khan, Iftikhar Ahmed, Irfan Khan, Shadab Khan, Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, Mohammad Amir, Abrar Ahmed, Fakhar Zaman, Imad Wasim, Usama Mir, Zaman Khan, Abbas Afridi
New Zealand:
Tim Seifert(w), Tim Robinson, Dean Foxcroft, Mark Chapman, James Neesham, Michael Bracewell(c), Josh Clarkson, Ish Sodhi, Jacob Duffy, Ben Sears, Ben Lister, William ORourke, Tom Blundell, Zakary Foulkes, Cole McConchie
Pakistan vs New Zealand Today Match Prediction Probable Winners
We expect Pakistan to win this match
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