PAK vs NZ 3rd T20I Playing 11: In what promises to be a thrilling encounter, Pakistan and New Zealand are all set to clash against each other in the third T20 International of the five-match T20i series tomorrow at Dunedin’s University Oval Stadium. The hosts are currently leading the five-match series 2-0, and they would be poised to secure the five-match T20 International series by winning the third T20i game, while on the other hand, the third T20i is going to be a must-win match for the Men in Green if they want to stay alive in the series.
The Black Caps will be missing their normal skipper, Kane Williamson. This is because he hurt his hamstring while running during the second T20I and will be out for the remainder of the series, adding to his previous injury troubles. In Williamson’s absence, experienced fast bowler Tim Southee will be handling the leadership duties for the Kiwi’s.
Pakistan has already announced their playing XI for the third T20 International. The team has three changes, with Mohammad Wasim Jr, Zaman Khan, and Mohammad Nawaz replacing Aamir Jamal, Usama Mir, and Abbas Afridi.
Match Information
Tour: Pakistan’s tour of New Zealand
Match: Pakistan vs New Zealand, 3rd T20i
Date: January 15, 2024
Day and Time: Wednesday, 5:30 am IST
Venue: University Oval, Dunedin
Pakistan vs New Zealand Head-to-Head Record in T20 Internationals
Pakistan and New Zealand have played 36 T20i matches against each other, but Pakistan have the advantage as they have tasted success in 20 games against the Kiwis, while the Black Caps have managed to win in just 15 games. One match ended without a result due to rain.
- Number of Matches played: 36
- Matches won by Pakistan: 20
- Matches won by New Zealand: 15
- Matches Abandoned: 1
University Oval, Dunedin Pitch Report Pitch Report
Dunedin’s University Oval, just like many other stadiums in New Zealand, is a batsman’s dream ground, as it offers a flat pitch with small boundaries. The speedy outfield contributes to the advantageous circumstances, allowing batters to play shots with confidence and without the fear of getting out. The challenging conditions for the bowlers, along with the small boundaries, might tempt the toss-winning captain to field first and chase the total set on the board, taking advantage of the batting-friendly conditions that the University Oval of Dunedin offers.
Weather Forecast
The weather is expected to be completely sunny with a rainfall percentage of just 9%, and the fans will get the opportunity to enjoy the whole match. The temperature is anticipated to be around 16 degrees Celsius, while the wind speed is expected to be around 13 km per hour
PAK vs AFG 3rd T20I Playing 11
Pakistan playing 11: Saim Ayub, Mohammad Rizwan (vc), Babar Azam, Iftikhar Ahmed, Fakhar Zaman, Mohammad Nawaz, Azam Khan (wk), Mohammad Wasim Jr., Shaheen Shah Afridi (c), Haris Rauf, and Zaman Khan.
New Zealand Playing 11: Tim Seifert (WK), Devon Conway, Finn Allen, Glenn Phillips, Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Santner, Mark Chapman, Tim Southee (Captain), Ben Sears, Adam Milne, and Ish Sodhi.
PAK vs AFG 3rd T20I Dream 11 Prediction
Wicket Keepers: Devon Conway, Mohammad Rizwan
Batters: Fakhar Zaman, Babar Azam, and Finn Allen
All-rounders: Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Santner
Bowlers: Haris Rauf, Tim Southee, Adam Milne and Shaheen Shah Afridi
PAK vs AFG 3rd T20I Dream11 Team: 2
Wicket Keepers: Devon Conway, Mohammad Rizwan
Batters: Tim Seifert, Babar Azam, Finn Allen and Fakhar Zaman
All-rounders: Daryl Mitchell
Bowlers: Ben Sears, Tim Southee, Adam Milne and Shaheen Shah Afridi
PAK vs AFG 3rd T20I Captain And Vice-Captain Picks
Finn Allen, Babar Azam, Daryl Mitchell and Tim Southee
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