PAK vs NZ, Dream11 Hot Picks, High Risk- High Reward Picks for Grand League Team | PAK vs NZ Champions Trophy 2025

PAK vs NZ Champions Trophy 2025: The much anticipated ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Starts Today with the hosts Pakistan taking on the ICC Knockout Trophy winner (2000) New Zealand at Karachi's National Stadium. 

The excitement is noticeable, with stadiums prepared, security in place, and BCCI-Pakistan tensions momentarily subdued. The tournament will test Mohammad Rizwan’s leadership as Pakistan looks to reclaim glory on home soil. 

However, selection calls, including a single spinner and batting-order adjustments, have raised eyebrows. Their recent aggressive batting approach has delivered mixed results, and they now face a stern challenge against New Zealand, a team that has beaten them twice in recent encounters. 

Despite Pakistan’s home advantage, the Santner-led Black Caps are familiar with the venue and have a solid ODI record, though they are dealing with injury setbacks. Nevertheless, this is going to be the fight of two big bulls of modern-day cricket.

As the high-stakes clash nears, Dream11 fantasy cricket enthusiasts will be keen on key player picks. Pakistan’s top-order batters, particularly Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan, are expected to play crucial roles, while their bowling attack, led by Shaheen Afridi, will be vital. 

Despite missing key players, New Zealand boasts match-winners like Daryl Mitchell and Devon Conway, who have thrived in similar conditions. With the format offering little room for error, selecting a balanced Dream11 team with in-form batters and impact bowlers will be crucial for fantasy success.

Below are the Pak vs NZ Hot picks, high-risk- high-reward picks for the Grand League team:

PAK vs NZ Match Details

Tournament- ICC Champions Trophy 2025
Match- Pakistan vs New Zealand, 1st Match
Date/Day- 19 February, 2025 / Wednesday
Venue- National Stadium, Karachi
Time- 2:30 PM

PAK vs NZ squads and Probable Playing11s

Pakistan Squad: Fakhar Zaman, Babar Azam, Kamran Ghulam, Mohammad Rizwan(w/c), Salman Agha, Tayyab Tahir, Khushdil Shah, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, Abrar Ahmed, Haris Rauf, Mohammad Hasnain, Usman Khan, Saud Shakeel

Probable Playing11: 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 Squad: Will Young, Devon Conway, Kane Williamson, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Latham(w), Glenn Phillips, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner(c), Nathan Smith, Matt Henry, William ORourke, Jacob Duffy, Kyle Jamieson, Mark Chapman, Rachin Ravindra

Probable Playing11: Will Young, Devon Conway, Kane Williamson, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Latham, Glenn Phillips, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner, Matt Henry, Nathan Smith/Jacob Duffy, Will O'Rourke

Pak vs NZ Dream11 Hot picks

• 1- Kane Williamson (NZ middle-order batter)- Kane Williamson, the right-hand orthodox batter is going to be picked at a massive rate today as he is in red-hot form and the class he possesses. 
• 2- Mohammad Rizwan (Pak captain)- Mohammad Rizwan is another player who will be picked by over 80-90% of people. He has an ODI century on his back in the Tri-series a week ago. 
• 3- Daryl Mitchell (Kiwi Allrounder)- The in-form all-rounder middle-order batter of New Zealand is in good touch with the bat and can contribute with the ball. 
• 4- Agha Salman (Pak All-rounder)- Agha Salman has consistently scored runs in the ODI format for the country and is one of the most reliable players currently in the playing11. 

These were the top four Hot picks who should be in your Dream11 at all costs.

High-Risk High-Reward Picks

• 1- Khushdil Shah (PAK) – X-Factor All-rounder
  - Known for his power-hitting ability in the lower middle order.-Can bowl a few overs if conditions assist spin.
  -High risk: Might not get enough deliveries to face if top order fires.
  -High reward: Can be a game-changer in death overs with a quick 30-40 runs.
• 2- Abrar Ahmed (PAK) – Mystery Spinner
  - National Stadium, Karachi, tends to assist spinners as the game progresses.
  - Can trouble New Zealand’s middle order, especially left-handers.
  - High risk: Might not get full quota of overs if pacers dominate.
  - High reward: Can pick multiple wickets in a short spell.
• 3- Will O’Rourke (NZ) – Raw Pace Factor
  - Tall fast bowler with extra bounce, capable of unsettling batters.
  - Could exploit Pakistan’s vulnerabilities against high pace early on.
  - High risk: Relatively inexperienced at this level.
  - High reward: Can be a surprise package with early breakthroughs.
• 4- Tayyab Tahir (PAK) – Aggressive Batter
  - Capable of explosive innings if given a chance in the middle order.
  - Has a fearless approach, which suits Pakistan’s new aggressive batting template.
  - High risk: Uncertain batting position, might not get enough balls.
  - High reward: If he gets set, he can accelerate quickly and boost fantasy points.

Dream11 Game-Changing Picks

1. Glenn Phillips – A dynamic middle-order batter with explosive hitting ability, Phillips can turn the game around in just a few overs, making him a potential game-changer.
2. Fakhar Zaman – An aggressive opener who thrives on attacking bowlers early, Fakhar's fearless approach can set the tone for Pakistan and rack up big Dream11 points quickly.

PAK vs NZ Dream11 Team

Wicketkeeper- Devon Conway, Mohammad Rizwan
Batters- Kane Williamson (C), Daryl Mitchell, Fakhar Zaman
Allrounders- Agha Salman (VC), Mitchell Santner, Glenn Phillips
Bowlers- Matt Henry, Shaheen Afridi, Will O'Rourke

These are predictions made on the basis of previous records and analysis. They might go wrong.