PAK-W vs NZ-W Match Preview

Pakistan women will encounter New Zealand women during the 19th match of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup on Monday at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. With one win in three matches, Pakistan's women must win this match at all costs to keep there playoff hopes alive in the tournament. Skipper Fatima Sana will lead the side in this must-win match, hoping that the Green Shirts can deliver with bat and ball.

PAK-W vs NZ-W Match Details

Pakistan-W vs New Zealand-W – 19th Match, Women's World Cup 2024

Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai

Date & Time: 08th October 2024 at 07:30 PM IST 

Live Streaming: Disney+Hotstar

PAK-W vs NZ-W Venue Stats

PAK-W vs NZ-W Pitch Report

The pitch is small, and the outfield is extremely fast. There isn't much for bowlers to work with, and both quick bowlers and spinners have struggled on this track.

PAK-W vs NZ-W Weather Report

It will be a warm evening, and we expect a batting-friendly wicket where fast bowlers will struggle. 

PAK-W vs NZ-W Last Five Matches

PAK-W vs NZ-W Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

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PAK-W vs NZ-W Probable Playing XIs:

New Zealand-W Probable Playing XIs

Suzie Bates, Georgia Plimmer, Amelia Kerr, Sophie Devine (c), Brooke Halliday, Maddy Green, Isabella Gaze (wk), Jess Kerr, Rosemary Mair, Lea Tahuhu, Eden Carson

Pakistan-W Probable Playing XIs

Fatima Sana (c), Muneeba Ali (wk), Sidra Amin, Nida Dar, Sadaf Shamas, Aliya Riaz, Omaima Sohail, Tuba Hassan, Nashra Sandhu, Sadia Iqbal, Syeda Aroob Shah

Topmost Picks for PAK-W vs NZ-W Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Pakistan-W

• Aliya Riaz – Aliya Riaz was the lone warrior in the batting department and finished the innings with the top score of 26 runs off 32 balls with the help of three boundaries. 
• Sadia Iqbal – This left-arm spinner bowled well with the new-ball and claimed 1 for 17 in her three overs.

Top Picks – New Zealand-W

• Georgia Plimmer –  She was the standout performer with the bat for New Zealand women and finished the innings with the top-score 53 runs off 44 balls with the help of four boundaries.
• Amelia Kerr – She is the leading wicket-taker for the team with 7 wickets. 

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for PAK-W vs NZ-W Dream11 Team:

Muneeba Ali, Maddy Green, Suzie Bates, Sidra Amin, Georgia Plimmer, Amelia Kerr(C), Sophie Devine, Nida Dar, Omaima Sohail(VC), Sadia Iqbal, Rosemary Mair

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for PAK-W vs NZ-W Dream11 Team:

Muneeba Ali, Maddy Green, Suzie Bates, Sidra Amin, Georgia Plimmer, Amelia Kerr, Sophie Devine(C), Nida Dar(VC), Omaima Sohail, Sadia Iqbal, Rosemary Mair

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Sophie Devine, Amelia Kerr

Vice-captain – Omaima Sohail, Nida Dar

Wicketkeeper – Muneeba Ali

PAK-W vs NZ-W Probable Winners:

Based on their current form, the New Zealand women is going to be favorites to win their match against Pakistan. With Georgia Plimmer, Sophie Devine, Suzie Bates, and Rosemary Mair in good form so far, team management will be hoping that the White Ferns can bring their A-game to this must-win match. Considering the team combination, New Zealand-W is expected to win this match.

Pakistan’s Mohammad Rizwan scripted history during the second T20I match against New Zealand in Rawalpindi, becoming the fastest batsman to reach 3000 runs in Twenty20 international cricket.

Fastest to 3000 Runs: Rizwan’s Remarkable Milestone

During the match against New Zealand, Mohammad Rizwan achieved the milestone of 3000 runs in T20 internationals, making him the fastest player to reach this feat. He accomplished this remarkable milestone in just 79 innings, showcasing his consistency and dominance in the shortest-game format.

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Rizwan vs. Babar and Kohli: Breaking the Record

Rizwan’s achievement surpasses the records set by his skipper, Babar Azam, and Indian cricketing legend Virat Kohli. While both Azam and Kohli reached the 3000-run mark in 81 T20I innings, Rizwan’s feat in 79 innings solidifies his position as one of the most prolific batters in modern cricket.

Pakistan’s Victory: Dominance at Rawalpindi

Following the rain-marred first match, Pakistan bounced back strongly in the second T20I, securing a comprehensive victory against New Zealand at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. Led by stellar performances from Shaheen Afridi and Mohammad Amir with the ball, Pakistan restricted New Zealand to a meagre total of 90 runs.

Despite early setbacks, Mohammad Rizwan’s unbeaten innings of 45 runs guided Pakistan to a comfortable seven-wicket victory. Rizwan’s performance contributed to Pakistan’s win and marked his record-breaking achievement of reaching 3000 runs in T20 internationals in just 79 innings.

Mohammad Rizwan’s feat of becoming the fastest batsman to reach 3000 runs in T20 internationals is a testament to his skill, determination, and consistency on the cricket field. His record-breaking achievement adds to his personal accolades and strengthens Pakistan’s batting lineup in the T20 format.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has officially announced New Zealand’s upcoming tour of Pakistan, featuring five T20I matches scheduled for April. New Zealand’s team is set to arrive in Islamabad on April 14, commencing the series with three matches in Rawalpindi from April 18 to 21. Subsequently, they will play two more matches at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on April 25 and 27.

New Zealand’s key players face IPL clash in Pakistan tour

Confirmation of the tour came after a security delegation visited Pakistan in February, a standard procedure for several countries, including Australia and New Zealand. Notably, this marks New Zealand’s third visit to Pakistan since December 2022. They previously engaged in a series comprising two Tests and three ODIs at the beginning of that year, followed by a return in April 2023 for ten white-ball matches – including five T20Is and five ODIs.

The series in April clashes with the Indian Premier League, potentially sidelining key New Zealand T20 players including Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Santner, Kane Williamson, Rachin Ravindra, Trent Boult, Glenn Phillips, and Lockie Ferguson.

Pakistan-New Zealand cricket diplomacy: unveiling the 2024 tour schedule

This marks New Zealand’s final international fixture before the T20 World Cup in June, also initiating Pakistan’s sequence of 12 T20Is leading up to the tournament.

“In a testament to the enduring camaraderie between the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and New Zealand Cricket (NZC), we are pleased to unveil the schedule for New Zealand men’s team tour to Pakistan 2024,” stated Usman Wahla, the PCB’s director of international cricket. “This tour epitomizes the profound ties and mutual respect that characterize the relationship between our cricketing nations.

“Our passionate cricket fans and the people of Pakistan eagerly await the return of the New Zealand team, anticipating another fiercely competitive series, integral to our preparations for this year’s ICC T20 World Cup.”

Taking place shortly after the holy month of Ramadan and the Eid holidays, matches will commence at their customary time of 7pm local time. The final stages of the PSL have necessitated a later start due to Ramadan, with games beginning at 9pm.

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Schedule of T20I Series: Pakistan vs New Zealand

April 18 – First T20I in Rawalpindi

April 20 – Second T20I in Rawalpindi

April 21 – Third T20I in Rawalpindi

April 25 – Fourth T20I in Lahore

April 27 – Fifth T20I in Lahore

The upcoming first T20I between New Zealand and Pakistan at Eden Park faces a substantial setback as key all-rounder Mitchell Santner has been ruled out due to a positive COVID-19 test. His absence extends beyond missing the Auckland match, with Santner undergoing self-isolation and independent travel to his residence in Hamilton, where the second international is scheduled. New Zealand Cricket’s monitoring measures reflect the challenges posed by the pandemic, emphasizing the unpredictable nature of cricket events and the ongoing efforts to prioritize player safety amid such uncertainties.

The impact of Santner’s absence is particularly noteworthy due to his versatile skills with both the bat and the ball. As a key player for the Blackcaps, his unavailability could pose challenges for the host team in maintaining their competitive edge. The setback underscores the ongoing challenges that cricket teams face in navigating the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on player availability and team dynamics.

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New Zealand Cricket’s precautionary measures and the decision for Santner to isolate himself reflect the ongoing vigilance within the sports community to curb the spread of the virus and ensure the safety of players and staff. The situation serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of sporting events in the current global landscape, with teams adapting to unforeseen circumstances to uphold the integrity and safety of the game.

In the upcoming T20I series against New Zealand, it appears that former Pakistan captain Babar Azam is likely to lose his opening slot. The opening pair is expected to be Mohammad Rizwan and Saim Ayub, as per reports from Auckland, indicating a shift in strategy. During practice sessions, Rizwan and Saim were seen facing new ball bowlers, while Babar Azam and Fakhar Zaman focused on spinners in separate nets.

The newly appointed captain, Shaheen Shah Afridi, along with the new high-performance coach Yasir Arafat and team director Muhammad Hafeez, seem keen on experimenting with fresh strategies in the T20I series. Despite the potential change, it’s worth noting that Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan have been successful openers for Pakistan since 2021.

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Babar Azam is expected to bat at number three, followed by Fakhar Zaman, Azam Khan, and Iftikhar Ahmed. Wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan has been appointed as Pakistan’s vice-captain for T20Is ahead of the New Zealand tour, starting from January 12. This move is part of the team’s preparations for the 2024 T20 World Cup in West Indies and USA, scheduled from June 1-29.

Rizwan, expressing his gratitude for the role, mentioned his excitement to work closely with the captain, coaching staff, and teammates to contribute to the team’s success. With 85 T20I appearances since his debut in 2015, Rizwan has accumulated 2,797 runs, including one century and 25 half-centuries. He has also been efficient behind the stumps, taking 41 catches and executing 11 stumpings.

Pakistan squad:

Shaheen Shah Afridi (captain), Mohammad Rizwan (vice-captain and wicket-keeper), Aamir Jamal, Abbas Afridi, Azam Khan (wicket-keeper), Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Haris Rauf, Haseebullah (wicket-keeper), Iftikhar Ahmed, Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Wasim Jnr, Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Usama Mir, and Zaman Khan.

PAK vs NZ Match Preview

On Friday afternoon, New Zealand and Pakistan will play a warm-up game in Hyderabad. Both teams entered the tournament with high hopes of reaching the final, and this match will provide an indication of their chances. New Zealand is never a tournament favorite, but they have some fantastic players on their roster. They will be optimistic about their chances against Pakistan in this match. Pakistan enters the tournament as the world’s second-ranked team, and many experts believe they will be genuine contenders. They will have a good match against the Black Caps.

PAK vs NZ Match Details

Pakistan vs New Zealand – Warm-Up Match

Venue: Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium – Hyderabad

Date & Time: 29th September 2023 at 02:00 PM IST 

Live Streaming: Fancode App

PAK vs NZ Venue Stats

PAK vs NZ Pitch Report

This is a good cricket wicket, with two scores of 337+ and 18 wickets in the most recent ODI. We can anticipate plenty of speed and bounce from the surface.

PAK vs NZ Weather Report

The weather forecast in Hyderabad is for cloudy skies throughout the day, with a higher chance of rain in the second half of the game.

PAK vs NZ Last Five Matches

PAK vs NZ Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

PAK vs NZ Probable Playing XIs:

Pakistan Probable Playing XIs

Fakhar Zaman, Imam-ul-Haq, Babar Azam (c), Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Iftikhar Ahmed, Saud Shakeel, Shadab Khan, Mohammad Wasim, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Hasan Ali, Haris Rauf

New Zealand Probable Playing XIs

Will Young, Devon Conway, Kane Williamson (c), Daryl Mitchell, Tom Latham (wk), Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, Mitchell Santner, Lockie Ferguson, Trent Boult, Matt Henry

Topmost Picks for PAK vs NZ Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Pakistan

• Babar Azam – The skipper ended the Asia Cup with disappointing scores of 17, 10 and 29 but he also hit 151 against Nepal and will be keen to find some form in this match.
• Shaheen Shah Afridi – The left-arm pace bowler could well be one of the top wicket takers in the World Cup 2023. He is dangerous with both the new and old ball.

Top Picks – New Zealand

• Devon Conway – The left-handed opener averages 46 in this international format and impressed for Chennai Super Kings during this year’s IPL.
• Trent Boult – The left-arm quick bowler was far and away New Zealand’s best bowler during the England series and showed he can also operate well in Asian conditions taking 2-33 in Mirpur this week.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for PAK vs NZ Dream11 Team:

Devon Conway, Mohammad Rizwan, Kane Williamson(VC), Babar Azam(C), Daryl Mitchell, Imam-ul-Haq, Shadab Khan, Mitchell Santner, Trent Boult, Haris Rauf, Shaheen Shah Afridi

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for PAK vs NZ Dream11 Team:

Devon Conway(C), Mohammad Rizwan, Kane Williamson, Babar Azam, Daryl Mitchell, Iftikhar Ahmed, Shadab Khan, Mitchell Santner, Trent Boult, Ish Sodhi, Shaheen Shah Afridi(VC)

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Devon Conway, Babar Azam

Vice-captain – Shaheen Shah Afridi, Kane Williamson

Wicketkeeper – Devon Conway

PAK vs NZ Probable Winners:

Kane Williamson and Haris Rauf are expected to return from injury in this match, with both players critical to their countries’ success in the 2023 World Cup. Both teams will be eager to win this warm-up game and add another victory to their record. We believe Pakistan has the better team for the conditions and are rooting for them to win. Considering the team combination, New Zealand is expected to win this match.

Pakistan are making easy work of the ODI series. They continue to do really well as their batters and bowlers together make marks. New Zealand too have had some good performances and they will hope to close out this tour with a win, despite the struggles they have had.

PAK vs NZ Match Details

Date: May 3rd, 2023

Time:  4:00 PM IST

Venue: Karachi

PAK vs NZ Weather Report

A warm and dry evening with a lot of dew seems very likely for the upcoming game.

PAK vs NZ Pitch Report

The Karachi pitch has been pretty flat and bowling first would be a better option.

PAK vs NZ Head-to-Head

Played- 114 | New Zealand- 56 | Pakistan- 54 | No Result- 1 | Tie- 3

PAK vs NZ Predicted Playing XI

New Zealand Playing XI

Rachin Ravindra, Will Young, Tom Latham, Chad Bowes, Daryl Mitchell, James Neesham, Mark Chapman, Matt Henry, Ish Sodhi, Blair Tickner, Henry Shipley

Pakistan Playing XI

Mohammad Rizwan, Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Shan Masood, Mohammad Nawaz, Ifthikar Ahmed, Shadab Khan, Imad Wasim, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Haris Rauf, Naseem Shah

PAK vs NZ Key Players

Babar Azam

Babar Azam’s captaincy across format has been in discussion for a while. He is now set to take the field though with his captaincy role in place after all the discussions, and Babar will hope to get started with regular service as he looks to cut out the outside noise.

Daryl Mitchell

Mitchell has proven to be a silent but important member of the side over the last year. He has produced some crucial knocks in the middle order when the other players failed to deliver. Now, with Williamson and Conway out, Mitchell will have some added responsibility and could be backed to do the hard work.

PAK vs NZ Match Tips

Pakistan, with their full-strength side, come in as favorites for the upcoming game.

Match Prediction: Pakistan Will Win the Match

Pakistan once again completed a chase in clinical fashion with Fakhar Zaman showing his skills at home. They look very dominating and the batting order in particular has looked very solid throughout the series.

PAK vs NZ Match Details

Date: May 3rd, 2023

Time:  4:00 PM IST

Venue: Karachi

PAK vs NZ Weather Report

A warm and dry evening with a lot of dew seems very likely for the upcoming game.

PAK vs NZ Pitch Report

The Karachi pitch has been pretty flat and bowling first would be a better option.

PAK vs NZ Head-to-Head

Played- 112 | New Zealand- 56 | Pakistan- 52 | No Result- 1 | Tie- 3

PAK vs NZ Predicted Playing XI

New Zealand Playing XI

Rachin Ravindra, Will Young, Tom Latham, Chad Bowes, Daryl Mitchell, James Neesham, Mark Chapman, Matt Henry, Ish Sodhi, Blair Tickner, Henry Shipley

Pakistan Playing XI

Mohammad Rizwan, Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Shan Masood, Mohammad Nawaz, Ifthikar Ahmed, Shadab Khan, Imad Wasim, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Haris Rauf, Naseem Shah

PAK vs NZ Key Players

Babar Azam

Babar Azam’s captaincy across format has been in discussion for a while. He is now set to take the field though with his captaincy role in place after all the discussions, and Babar will hope to get started with regular service as he looks to cut out the outside noise.

Daryl Mitchell

Mitchell has proven to be a silent but important member of the side over the last year. He has produced some crucial knocks in the middle order when the other players failed to deliver. Now, with Williamson and Conway out, Mitchell will have some added responsibility and could be backed to do the hard work.

PAK vs NZ Match Tips

Pakistan, with their full-strength side, come in as favorites for the upcoming game.

Match Prediction: Pakistan Will Win the Match

Pakistan made easy work of New Zealand’s target with their batting line-up settling in nicely. The game did get closer than they may have liked, but their batting line-up impressed as most of their top five got good starts.

PAK vs NZ Match Details

Date: April 29th, 2023

Time:  4:00 PM IST

Venue: Rawalpindi

PAK vs NZ Weather Report

A warm and dry evening with a lot of dew seems very likely for the upcoming game.

PAK vs NZ Pitch Report

The Rawalpindi pitch has been pretty flat and bowling first would be a better option.

PAK vs NZ Head-to-Head

Played- 111 | New Zealand- 56 | Pakistan- 51 | No Result- 1 | Tie- 3

PAK vs NZ Predicted Playing XI

New Zealand Playing XI

Rachin Ravindra, Will Young, Tom Latham, Chad Bowes, Daryl Mitchell, James Neesham, Mark Chapman, Matt Henry, Ish Sodhi, Blair Tickner, Henry Shipley

Pakistan Playing XI

Mohammad Rizwan, Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Shan Masood, Mohammad Nawaz, Ifthikar Ahmed, Shadab Khan, Imad Wasim, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Haris Rauf, Naseem Shah

PAK vs NZ Key Players

Babar Azam

Babar Azam’s captaincy across format has been in discussion for a while. He is now set to take the field though with his captaincy role in place after all the discussions, and Babar will hope to get started with regular service as he looks to cut out the outside noise.

Daryl Mitchell

Mitchell has proven to be a silent but important member of the side over the last year. He has produced some crucial knocks in the middle order when the other players failed to deliver. Now, with Williamson and Conway out, Mitchell will have some added responsibility and could be backed to do the hard work.

PAK vs NZ Match Tips

Pakistan, with their full-strength side, come in as favorite for the upcoming game.

Match Prediction: Pakistan Will Win the Match

Both Pakistan and New Zealand enter the last leg of their World Cup preparation as they take each other on. New Zealand will be eager to test their bench strength here which is very important given the fact that Kane Williamson, their captain is likely to be out of the World Cup, and Trent Boul, without a central contract remains in doubt.

PAK vs NZ Match Details

Date: April 27th, 2023

Time:  4:00 PM IST

Venue: Rawalpindi

PAK vs NZ Weather Report

A warm and dry evening with a lot of dew seems very likely for the upcoming game.

PAK vs NZ Pitch Report

The Rawalpindi pitch has been pretty flat and bowling first would be a better option.

PAK vs NZ Head-to-Head

Played- 110 | New Zealand- 56 | Pakistan- 50 | No Result- 1 | Tie- 3

PAK vs NZ Predicted Playing XI

New Zealand Playing XI

Rachin Ravindra, Will Young, Tom Latham, Chad Bowes, Daryl Mitchell, James Neesham, Mark Chapman, Matt Henry, Ish Sodhi, Blair Tickner, Henry Shipley

Pakistan Playing XI

Mohammad Rizwan, Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Shan Masood, Mohammad Nawaz, Ifthikar Ahmed, Shadab Khan, Imad Wasim, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Haris Rauf, Naseem Shah

PAK vs NZ Key Players

Babar Azam

Babar Azam’s captaincy across format has been in discussion for a while. He is now set to take the field though with his captaincy role in place after all the discussions, and Babar will hope to get started with regular service as he looks to cut out the outside noise.

Daryl Mitchell

Mitchell has proven to be a silent but important member of the side over the last year. He has produced some crucial knocks in the middle order when the other players failed to deliver. Now, with Williamson and Conway out, Mitchell will have some added responsibility and could be backed to do the hard work.

PAK vs NZ Match Tips

Pakistan, with their full-strength side come in as favorites for the upcoming game.

Match Prediction: Pakistan Will Win the Match