The first T20I match between Pakistan (PAK) and New Zealand (NZ) saw a premature end due to rain, with just two balls bowled. Despite the truncated game, Shaheen Afridi made an impact by claiming a wicket for Pakistan | Lotus365. As both teams prepare for the second T20I, the series stands wide open for either side to seize.
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 typically favors batsmen, offering flat tracks conducive to high-scoring encounters. Additionally, it provides ample bounce, particularly aiding fast bowlers in the early overs. While recent tournaments have shown varied pitch conditions, it still offers opportunities for both batsmen and bowlers. The team winning the toss might opt to bowl first to exploit the pitch conditions and set a target accordingly.
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:Considering Pakistan's formidable batting lineup and New Zealand's relatively inexperienced bowling attack, Pakistan is likely to secure victory in the 2nd T20I. With players like Babar Azam showcasing excellent form, Pakistan holds the advantage in this encounter. However, cricket's inherent unpredictability always leaves room for surprises.
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