Date & Time: Saturday, April 20, 08:00 PM
Venue: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
The first T20I encounter between Pakistan (PAK) and New Zealand (NZ) ended abruptly due to rain, with just two balls bowled. Despite the short-lived match, Shaheen Afridi managed to claim a wicket for Pakistan | Reddy Anna. As both teams gear up for the second T20I, the series remains wide open.
PAK vs NZ 2024 Match Details:
Match: Pakistan vs New Zealand, 2nd T20I
Venue: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
Date & Time: Saturday, April 20, 08:00 PM
Live Broadcast and Streaming: FanCode App and Website (India region)
Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium Pitch Report and Conditions: The Rawalpindi pitch traditionally favors batsmen, offering flat tracks conducive to high-scoring encounters. Additionally, the pitch provides ample bounce, particularly aiding fast bowlers in the initial overs. However, recent tournaments at the venue have showcased varied pitch conditions, offering something for both batsmen and bowlers. The team winning the toss is likely to opt for bowling first to capitalize on setting a target.
PAK vs NZ Head-to-Head Record:
Matches Played: 40
Pakistan won: 21
New Zealand won: 17
NR: 02
PAK vs NZ Predicted Playing XIs:
Pakistan:Babar Azam (c), Saim Ayub, Mohammad Rizwan (WK), Usman Khan, Iftikhar Ahmed, Irfan Khan, Shadab Khan, Mohammad Amir, Naseem Shah, Shaheen Afridi, Abrar Ahmed
New Zealand:Michael Bracewell (c), Tim Seifert (wk), Tim Robinson, Dean Foxcroft, Mark Chapman, James Neesham, Josh Clarkson, Ish Sodhi, Jacob Duffy, Ben Sears, Ben Lister.
Probable Best Performers:
Probable Best Batter: Babar Azam
Probable Best Bowler: Shaheen Afridi
Prediction:Given Pakistan's strong batting lineup and New Zealand's inexperienced bowling attack, Pakistan is likely to emerge victorious in the 2nd T20I encounter. With players like Babar Azam in stellar form, Pakistan holds the upper hand in this match. However, cricket's unpredictability always leaves room for surprises.
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