PAK vs NZ Win ProbabilityPAK 57%NZ 43%
ScheduledICC Champions Trophy, 2025Format: ODIVenue: National Stadium Karachi, Karachi East, PakistanToss Prediction: To Bat
PAK vs NZ Betting Tips and PredictionThe ICC Champions Trophy returns after eight long years, and Pakistan is all set to host New Zealand in the opening match on Wednesday. As the hosts, Pakistan will be eager to make a strong start, but New Zealand has had the upper hand recently, winning three out of the last four encounters. With New Zealand on a four-match winning streak, they come into this game as the favorites.
Recent Performance Analysis
Pakistan's Performance: Pakistan, despite their unpredictable form, boasts match-winners like Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Mohammad Rizwan, and Shaheen Shah Afridi. However, recent losses have left them with questions to answer. Babar Azam is not in peak form but has the ability to bounce back anytime. Shaheen Shah Afridi and Haris Rauf will be key with the ball.
New Zealand's Performance: Coming off a win in the Pakistan Tri-Nation Series, New Zealand looks strong with players like Devon Conway, Kane Williamson, and Daryl Mitchell in fine form. With the return of Matt Henry, their bowling attack will be bolstered.
PAK vs NZ Match Prediction and AnalysisThe match will be held at the National Stadium in Karachi, where both batters and bowlers have found success. However, the hot weather conditions and the early start at 14:00 local time may impact the playing conditions, giving both sides an equal opportunity to dominate with either bat or ball. Despite the home advantage for Pakistan, New Zealand’s form and depth make them the favorites.
Toss PredictionBoth captains are expected to opt to bat first, considering the hot weather in Karachi. Historically, the toss has not had a clear advantage either way, but teams tend to chase successfully on this pitch.
Winning PredictionWhile Pakistan's unpredictable nature means they could turn up strong on the day, New Zealand's consistency and recent form give them the edge in this contest. The
Lotus365 Match Prediction backs New Zealand to win this match.
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New Zealand Predicted Playing XIWill Young, Devon Conway, Kane Williamson, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Latham (wk), Glenn Phillips, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner (c), Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy, Will O'Rourke
Pakistan Predicted Playing XIFakhar Zaman, Babar Azam, Saud Shakeel, Mohammad Rizwan (c) (wk), Salman Agha, Tayyab Tahir, Khushdil Shah, Haris Rauf, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Naseem Shah, Abar Ahmed Credit-https://www.thetopbookies.com/betting-tips/cricket/pak-vs-nz-19-Feb-2025
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