PAK vs NZ Dream11 Prediction With Stats, Pitch Report & Player Record of New Zealand tour of Pakistan, 2023 For 1st ODI
PAK vs NZ Dream11 Prediction, 1st ODI: Pakistan vs New Zealand Fantasy Cricket Tips, Probable Playing XI, Pitch Report, Player Records/Stats, Injury and Match Updates
PAK vs NZ: New Zealand will lock horns against Pakistan in the 1st ODI of the New Zealand tour of Pakistan, 2023 on Thursday, April 27, 2023, at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi.
Following the end of the T20 series between Pakistan and New Zealand, which resulted in a tie with both teams winning two matches each, the focus now shifts to the upcoming ODI series as they gear up for the 50-overs World Cup in India later this year.
Pakistan will enter this game as clear favourites, boasting a strong lineup that includes in-form players such as Babar Azam and Imam ul Haq, as well as a formidable bowling attack led by Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, and Naseem Shah.
On the other hand, New Zealand’s less experienced team will be captained by Tom Latham, with key players such as Mark Chapman, Ish Sodhi, Rachin Ravindra, and Matt Henry poised to play key roles. All in all, an exhilarating 50-Over game beckons at Rawalpindi.
Here are the match details, pitch report, probable playing 11, squads, player records/stats and dream11 fantasy team predictions for the 1st ODI of the New Zealand tour of Pakistan, 2023.
PAK vs NZ Match Details
- Match: Pakistan vs New Zealand, 1st ODI
- Date: Thursday, April 27, 2023
- Time: 4:00 PM (IST) | 10:30 AM (GMT) | 3:30 PM (Local)
- Venue: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
Pitch Report For PAK vs NZ, 1st ODI
The Rawalpindi cricket stadium pitch has been a paradise for batsmen, and we can anticipate a high-scoring match with teams eyeing scores over 300. Chasing has historically been favorable, so the team that wins the toss will likely opt to chase.
Pitch Stats of Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi For PAK vs NZ, 1st ODI
- Total matches played: 24
- Matches won batting first: 11
- Matches won bowling first: 12
- Average 1st Inns scores: 236
- Average 2nd Inns scores: 204
- Highest total recorded: 329/6 (50 Ov) by PAK vs IND
- Lowest total recorded: 104/10 (33 Ov) by ZIM vs SL
- Highest score chased: 278/7 (47.1 Ov) by PAK vs NZ
- Lowest score defended: 206/9 (50 Ov) by ENG vs PAK
Probable Playing XI For PAK vs NZ, 1st ODI
Pakistan Playing XI
Fakhar Zaman, Imam-ul-Haq, Babar Azam (C), Mohammad Rizwan (WK), Haris Sohail, Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Naseem Shah, Mohammad Wasim Jr, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf.
New Zealand Playing XI
Tom Latham (C & WK), Will Young, Daryl Mitchell, Mark Chapman, Henry Nicholls, James Neesham, Rachin Ravindra, Henry Shipley, Matt Henry, Ish Sodhi, Blair Tickner.
Stats of Pakistan & New Zealand Form in Last 5 Matches
PAK Form
NZ Form
PAK vs NZ Player Record/Stats (Must Picks) For 1st ODI
| Player | Stats (T20I Series) |
|---|---|
| Mark Chapman | 290 Runs |
| Mohammad Rizwan | 162 Runs |
| Babar Azam | 130 Runs |
| Haris Rauf | 11 Wickets |
| Iftikhar Ahmed | 129 Runs |
| Tom Latham | 116 Runs |
| Imad Wasim | 8 Wickets |
| Matt Henry | 6 Wickets |
| Chad Bowes | 116 Runs |
PAK vs NZ Captaincy Picks For 1st ODI Between Pakistan vs New Zealand
- Babar Azam
- Mohammad Rizwan
- Mark Chapman
PAK vs NZ Dream11 Prediction – Fantasy Team Suggesting For 1st ODI
Pakistan vs New Zealand – Fantasy Team 1
- Wicket-Keeper: Tom Latham, Mohammad Rizwan
- Batters: Babar Azam, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell
- All-Rounders: Jimmy Neesham, Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz
- Bowlers: Matt Henry, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf
- Captain: Babar Azam
- Vice-Captain: Mark Chapman
Pakistan vs New Zealand – Fantasy Team 2
- Wicket-Keeper: Tom Latham, Mohammad Rizwan
- Batters: Babar Azam, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Fakhar Zaman
- All-Rounders: Jimmy Neesham, Shadab Khan
- Bowlers: Matt Henry, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf
- Captain: Mohammad Rizwan
- Vice-Captain: Shadab Khan
PAK vs NZ Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today’s Match?
New Zealand is expected to win this match.
Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team for the fantasy game please consider the points mentioned and make your own decision at the time of making your team.
