PAK vs NZ: New Zealand will lock horns against Pakistan in the 3rd T20I of the New Zealand tour of Pakistan, 2023 on Monday, April 17, 2023, at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore.
Following a comprehensive 38-run victory over the Kiwis in the second T20I match, Pakistan is looking to maintain their winning momentum in this game. Captain Babar Azam was named Player of the Match for his century.
Haris Rauf was the star of the bowling lineup, taking four wickets for just 27 runs in his four-over spell. With Pakistan leading the five-game series 2-0, they will be eager to secure the series victory by winning the upcoming third T20I.
New Zealand, on the other hand, have struggled to perform in this series without their key players, and as they head into this match, they will be desperate to avoid a clean sweep and secure a win. All in all, an exciting game beckons at Gaddafi Stadium.
Here are the match details, pitch report, probable playing 11, squads, player records/stats and dream11 fantasy team predictions for the 3rd T20I of the New Zealand tour of Pakistan, 2023.
PAK vs NZ Match Details
- Match: Pakistan vs New Zealand, 3rd T20I
- Date: Monday, April 17, 2023
- Time: 9:30 PM (IST) | 4:00 PM (GMT) | 9:00 PM (Local)
- Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
Pitch Report For PAK vs NZ, 3rd T20I
Historically, the surface at Gaddafi stadium has favored batting, and the team that wins the toss will likely choose to chase. It’s expected that the total score will be around 180 to 200 runs.
Pitch Stats of Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore For PAK vs NZ, 3rd T20I
- Total matches played: 26
- Matches won batting first: 15
- Matches won bowling first: 11
- Average 1st Inns scores: 162
- Average 2nd Inns scores: 144
- Highest total recorded: 209/3 (20 Ov) by ENG vs PAK
- Lowest total recorded: 94/10 (15.3 Ov) by NZ vs PAK
- Highest score chased: 176/8 (19.4 Ov) by PAK vs ZIM
- Lowest score defended: 126/7 (20 Ov) by PAKW vs BANW
Probable Playing XI For PAK vs NZ, 3rd T20I
Pakistan Playing XI
Mohammad Rizwan (WK), Babar Azam (C), Fakhar Zaman, Saim Ayub, Shadab Khan, Iftikhar Ahmed, Imad Wasim, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, Zaman Khan.
New Zealand Playing XI
Tom Latham (C & WK), Chad Bowes, Will Young, Daryl Mitchell, Mark Chapman, James Neesham, Rachin Ravindra, Cole McConchie, Henry Shipley, Matt Henry, Ben Lister.
Stats of Pakistan & New Zealand Form in Last 5 Matches
PAK Form
NZ Form
PAK vs NZ Player Record/Stats (Must Picks) For 3rd T20I
| Player | Stats (This Tournament) |
|---|---|
| Babar Azam | 110 Runs |
| Mark Chapman | 99 Runs |
| Haris Rauf | 8 Wickets & 11 Runs |
| Matt Henry | 5 Wickets |
| Mohammad Rizwan | 58 Runs |
| Saim Ayub | 47 Runs |
| Fakhar Zaman | 47 Runs |
| Imad Wasim | 3 Wickets & 18 Runs |
PAK vs NZ Captaincy Picks For 3rd T20I Between Pakistan vs New Zealand
- Mohammad Rizwan
- Babar Azam
- Mark Chapman
PAK vs NZ Dream11 Prediction – Fantasy Team Suggesting For 3rd T20I
Pakistan vs New Zealand – Fantasy Team 1
- Wicket-Keeper: Tom Latham, Mohammad Rizwan
- Batters: Babar Azam, Mark Chapman, Fakhar Zaman
- All-Rounders: Jimmy Neesham, Imad Wasim, Shadab Khan
- Bowlers: Matt Henry, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf
- Captain: Babar Azam
- Vice-Captain: Mark Chapman
Pakistan vs New Zealand – Fantasy Team 2
- Wicket-Keeper: Mohammad Rizwan
- Batters: Babar Azam, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Fakhar Zaman
- All-Rounders: Jimmy Neesham, Imad Wasim, Shadab Khan
- Bowlers: Matt Henry, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf
- Captain: Mohammad Rizwan
- Vice-Captain: Haris Rauf
PAK vs NZ Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today’s Match?
Pakistan 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.