PAK vs NZ Dream11 Prediction, Top Fantasy Picks: 1st Match, ICC Champions Trophy, 2025
Hello and welcome to our PAK vs NZ Dream11 Prediction, Match Preview, and Probable Playing 11. We are covering Pakistan vs New Zealand 1st Match Preview of the Group A, ICC Champions Trophy, 2025. This match will be played at National Stadium, Karachi.
Pakistan:
Pakistan has recently played two matches in the Tri-Series against New Zealand and has lost on both occasions.
Losing on the home soil just before a big tournament is not a good sign. However, Pakistan is an unpredictable team and can change things around especially when playing on home ground.
Mohammad Rizwan and Salman Agha have impressed with the bat but runs are not coming from Babar which is a huge concern for the management.
New Zealand:
Winning a series against Pakistan in their home ground is a tough job and The Kiwis did this a couple of days ago. The series win will definitely boost their confidence.
Kane Williamson, Devon Conway, and Glenn Phillips were impressive with the bat. Michael Bracewell was good with the ball and this could help New Zealand against Pakistan.
PAK vs NZ Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Pakistan vs New Zealand 1st, Group A, ICC Champions Trophy, 2025 |
| Venue | National Stadium, Karachi |
| Date & Time | February 19, 02:30 PM IST |
| Live Streaming | Disney+ Hotstar app, Star Sports, and Network 18 channels |
Table of Contents
PAK vs NZ Pitch Report Of National Stadium, Karachi
| STATS | ODI |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 78 |
| Matches won batting first | 36 |
| Matches won bowling first | 39 |
| Average 1st innings Score | 239 |
| Average 2nd innings Score | 205 |
The pitch of National Stadium, Karachi generally favors the batters, and the same is expected today. The seamers may see some swing in the initial overs.
Chasing is comparatively easy on this ground. A high-score match is predicted.
Last 2 match ODI records at National Stadium, Karachi
PAK 242 (49.3), NZ 243/5 (45.2), February 14, 2025
RSA 352/5 (50), PAK 355/4 (49), February 12, 2025
374 runs is the highest total recorded on this ground and 93 runs is the lowest total scored on this ground.
Weather Report of Karachi
There is no rain. The temperature is expected to be 28 degrees Celsius and the humidity to be 42%.
Pakistan vs New Zealand Live Streaming
You can watch it live on the Disney+ Hotstar app, Star Sports, and Network 18 channels. You can also watch the Pakistan vs New Zealand live scorecard on the Cricgram app.
PAK vs NZ Head-to-Head
Matches Played: 118
Pakistan Wins: 61
New Zealand Wins: 53
Pakistan vs New Zealand Recent Form
| Pakistan | L | W | L | L | W |
| New Zealand | W | W | W | W | L |
PAK vs NZ Team News
Pakistan
Haris Rauf is fit to play.
Either Kamran Ghulam or Saud Shakeel will play.
New Zealand
Lockie Ferguson has been ruled out. Kyle Jamieson has replaced him.
Rachin Ravindra has started his practice. If unfit, Will Young will play in place of Rachin Ravindra.
PAK vs NZ Probable Playing XI
Pakistan
- Fakhar Zaman
- Babar Azam
- Kamran Ghulam/Saud Shakeel
- Mohammad Rizwan
- Salman Agha
- Tayyab Tahir
- Khushdil Shah
- Shaheen Afridi
- Naseem Shah
- Abrar Ahmed
- Haris Rauf
New Zealand
- Devon Conway
- Rachin Ravindra/Will Young
- Kane Williamson
- Daryl Mitchell
- Tom Latham (wk)
- Glenn Phillips
- Michael Bracewell
- Mitchell Santner (c)
- Matt Henry
- Jacob Duffy
- Will O’Rourke
Top Picks for PAK vs NZ Dream11 Team
Pakistan Best Players:
Salman Agha: 33 M, 915 R, 45.75 A + 16 W
Mohammad Rizwan: 86 M, 2523 R, 42.76 A
Babar Azam: 126 M, 6019 R, 55.73 A
Shaheen Afridi: 62 M, 247 R, 13,72 A + 125 W
Fakhar Zaman: 85 M, 3627 R, 46.50 A + 1 W
New Zealand Best Players:
Kane Williamson: 168 M, 7035 R, 49.54 A + 37 W
Devon Conway: 34 M, 1391 R, 56.36 A
Rachin Ravindra: 29 M, 970 R, 40.41 A + 18 W
Glenn Phillips: 39 M, 935 R, 37.4 A + 14 W
Mitchell Santner (c): 113 M, 1400 R, 26.41 A + 117 W
Matt Henry: 87 M, 268 R, 10.72 A + 155 W
PAK vs NZ Dream11 Prediction, 1st Match, ICC Champions Trophy, 2025
Wicket-Keepers: D Conway, M Rizwan (Vc)
Batters: K Williamson, B Azam, D Mitchell, R Ravindra, F Zaman
All-Rounders: A Salman (C), M Santner
Bowlers: Matt Henry, S Afridi
Fantasy Cricket Tips for Dream11 Team
M Bracewell, and W O’Rourke are also good picks.
Kane Williamson, D Conway and Babar Azam are also good for C and Vc.
PAK vs NZ Captain and Vice-Captain Picks
- Salman Agha
- Mohammad Rizwan
- Kane Williamson
- D Conway
- Babar Azam
FAQs
Where Can I Get PAK vs NZ live Scorecard?
You can see Live Scorecard PAK vs NZ Live Scorecard on Cricgram app.
Squads
Pakistan Squad
Naseem Shah, Saud Shakeel, Mohammad Rizwan (c&wk), Salman Agha, Haris Rauf, Abrar Ahmed, Tayyab Tahir, Usman Khan, Mohammad Hasnain, Khushdil Shah, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Faheem Ashraf, Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Kamran Ghulam.
New Zealand Squad
Tom Latham(wk), Glenn Phillips, Mitchell Santner (c), Mark Chapman, Michael Bracewell, Devon Conway(wk), Daryl Mitchell, Will Young, Will O’Rourke, Rachin Ravindra, Nathan Smith, Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy, Kane Williamson, Lockie Ferguson.
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Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.