New Zealand vs Pakistan 5th T20I: Predicted Playing 11

Catch the 5th T20I between New Zealand and Pakistan at Wellington’s Sky Stadium on 26th March 2025. With New Zealand leading 3-1, Pakistan aims to finish strong in the series finale. Match preview, playing XIs, and what to expect!

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Published Mar 25, 2025, 1:41 pm IST

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5th T20I between New Zealand and Pakistan at Wellington’s Sky Stadium on 26th March 2025. With New Zealand leading 3-1, Pakistan aims to finish strong in the series finale. Match preview, playing X
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The finale of the T20I series between Pakistan and New Zealand is here. With New Zealand's lead standing at 3-1, the last match presents Pakistan with the opportunity to limit the series margin, while New Zealand is looking to intensify its grip on the series. The 5th T20I will take place at the infamous Sky Stadium in Wellington, which is infamous for its lively pitch and avid support from the crowd.

Match Details

Detail Info
Match New Zealand vs Pakistan – 5th T20I
Venue Sky Stadium, Wellington
Date & Time 26th March 2025 at 11:45 AM IST
Live Streaming FanCode, Amazon Prime

Pakistan Probable Playing XI

No. Player Name Role
1 Mohammad Haris (wk) Wicketkeeper-Batsman
2 Hasan Nawaz Batsman
3 Salman Agha (c) Batsman (Captain)
4 Jahandad Khan All-rounder
5 Irfan Khan Niazi All-rounder
6 Khushdil Shah All-rounder
7 Shadab Khan (VC) All-rounder
8 Abdul Samad All-rounder
9 Haris Rauf Bowler
10 Abrar Ahmed Spinner
11 Shaheen Shah Afridi Bowler

Pakistan's combination of experienced campaigners and new players will be eager to finish the series on a positive note. Skipper Salman Agha will try to motivate his men, while pace pair Shaheen Shah Afridi and Haris Rauf will try to test the Kiwi batsmen.

New Zealand Probable Playing XI

No. Player Name Role
1 Mitchell Hay (wk) Wicketkeeper-Batsman
2 Finn Allen Batsman
3 Tim Seifert Batsman
4 Mark Chapman Batsman
5 Daryl Mitchell All-rounder
6 James Neesham All-rounder
7 Michael Bracewell (c) All-rounder (Captain)
8 Ish Sodhi Spinner
9 Jacob Duffy Bowler
10 Ben Sears Bowler
11 Kyle Jamieson Bowler

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New Zealand, under captain Michael Bracewell, has provided depth and steadiness throughout the series. New Zealand's opening three of Finn Allen, Tim Seifert, and Mark Chapman have worked tirelessly to ensure competitive scores are posted, with the bowling lineup, led by Jacob Duffy, keeping the Pakistani batsmen under wraps.

What to Expect

Sky Stadium's pitch has traditionally been hospitable to both the batsmen and bowlers, with the prospect of an interesting contest. Since the series is already decided, both sides could try out their combinations, giving fringe players chances to prove themselves. Spectators can expect a rollercoaster encounter as Pakistan looks for redemption and New Zealand attempts to end the series on a high note.

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