The first exciting match of the Champions Trophy 2025 will be played between Pakistan vs New Zealand today at the National Stadium in Karachi. The match will start at 2:30PM IST
After a long wait of 29 years, an ICC event is being organized in Pakistan, which has caused tremendous enthusiasm among the local cricket lovers. However, Some matches of the tournament will also be played in Dubai, where India will play its matches.
This tournament is very important for Pakistan cricket, as it can lead to the complete return of international cricket. The match will be telecast live on Star Sports Network.
ICC Champions Trophy 2025 PAK vs NZ: Head to head
If we look at the statistics of the last 10 matches, there has been a tough competition between the two teams. Pakistan and New Zealand have won 5-5 matches.
Pakistan has performed brilliantly on its home ground, but the New Zealand team is also in strong form and has shown good play in recent matches.
Pakistan vs New Zealand Match Team Status
The Pakistan team has been performing ups and downs in their last five matches. They won two matches and lost three. On the other hand, New Zealand’s performance has been very good, they have won four out of the last five matches.
Under the captaincy of Mohammad Rizwan, Pakistan team would like to take advantage of their home ground, while the return of Kane Williamson has strengthened the New Zealand team.
PAK vs NZ Match Weather and Pitch Report
The pitch of Karachi is considered favorable for batting. Here an average of 263 runs are scored in the first innings and 222 runs in the second innings. The pitch is flat and fast bowlers can get help in the initial overs.
Talking about the weather, today will be a clear day, the temperature is expected to be around 24 degrees Celsius. The wind speed will be 9.70 kmph and there is no forecast of rain.
Pakistan’s Probable Playing XI
- Fakhar Zaman,
- Babar Azam,
- Saud Shakeel,
- Mohammad Rizwan (c & wk),
- Agha Salman,
- Tayyab Tahir,
- Faheem Ashraf,
- Shaheen Afridi,
- Naseem Shah,
- Haris Rauf,
- Abrar Ahmed
New Zealand’s Probable Playing XI
- Will Young,
- Devon Conway,
- Kane Williamson,
- Daryl Mitchell,
- Tom Latham (wk),
- Glenn Phillips,
- Michael Bracewell,
- Mitchell Santner (c),
- Nathan Smith,
- Matt Henry,
- William O’Rourke
PAK vs NZ Match Dream11 Fantasy Tips
Pakistan vs New Zealand Dream11 Prediction: While making a fantasy team for today’s match, some special players should be kept in mind. Legendary batsmen like Babar Azam and Kane Williamson are in good form. In bowling, Shaheen Afridi and Lockie Ferguson are expected to take wickets. Mohammad Rizwan and Devon Conway are both excellent options in the role of wicketkeeper.
Mitchell Santner and Faheem Ashraf can be selected as all-rounders. Babar Azam can be the best choice for the captain and Kane Williamson for the vice-captain.
PAK vs NZ Match Prediction
ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Pakistan vs New Zealand Match Prediction: Both the teams are very strong, but considering the home conditions and the support of the audience, Pakistan team has a 60% chance of winning. The New Zealand team is also full of experienced players and they have a 40% chance of winning.
A tough match can be seen between the two teams. The performance of Pakistan’s fast bowlers can decide the course of the match, while New Zealand’s experienced batsmen can turn the tide of the match at any time.
