<p><strong>PAK vs NZ T20I: </strong>A couple of injuries have posed as a big challenge for the Kiwis ahead of their T20I tour of Pakistan, in the coming week. Fine batter Fin Allen and veteran pacer Adam Milne have been ruled out of the Pakistan vs New Zealand T20Is owing to the injuries. The development was confirmed by the New Zealand Cricket (NZC) Board on Friday, April 12. </p>



<p>New Zealand have subsequently roped in Wicketkeeper Tom Blundell and uncapped all-rounder Zak Foulkes to the squad for the Pakistan tour, which starts on April 18 in Rawalpindi. </p>



<p>While Foulkes has earned a maiden call-up to the shortest format side, Tom Blundell hasn't tasted anything in the format for more than two years now.</p>



<p>Adam Milne, reportedly, injured his ankle during one of the training sessions, while Finn Allen suffered a back injury, just ahead of their departure to Pakistan for the five-match T20I series.</p>



<p>"The nature of their respective injuries meant they wouldn't be able to take part in any of the five-match series, due to start next week in Rawalpindi," NZC said in a statement. "Plans for their return to cricket will be confirmed in the coming weeks."</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/2024/01/finn-allen-1.jpg" alt="PAK vs NZ T20I: Injury News, Finn Allen, Adam Milne RULED OUT of Pakistan vs New Zealand T20Is" class="wp-image-125347" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Finn Allen Firepower Dashes Pakistan (Getty Images)</figcaption></figure>



<p>It's worth noting that New Zealand's second-string squad has been picked for the PAK vs NZ T20Is due to their top players' commitments in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. The likes of Kane Williamson, Trent Boult, Daryl Mitchell and Rachin Ravindra among others are a part of the IPL 2024 proceedings.</p>



<p>Talking about the presence of Tom Blundell in the series against Pakistan, New Zealand coach Gary Stead said, "Tom is a highly experienced player and along with his wicketkeeping and batting skillsets is a leader in any group he is a part of. He also brings recent experience in the conditions, having taken part in both tours to Pakistan last year."</p>



<p>Meanwhile, the selection of Zak Foulkes, for the PAK vs NZ T20I series, has been based on his recent performances in the domestic games.</p>



<p>"Zak has had an impressive season for Canterbury including being their leading wicket-taker in all the competitions. He has displayed impressive skills with the ball, particularly in T20 cricket for the Kings. We also know he has skills with the bat and it will be an excellent opportunity for him to be part of the group."</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>PAK vs NZ T20I Schedule</strong></h2>



<p>The <a href="https://www.pcb.com.pk/">PAK</a> vs NZ five-match T20I series is set to begin on April 18 at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi. In fact, the first three T20I games between PAK vs NZ will be held at the same venue, before the actions shift to Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore for the last two games of the series. </p>



<ul>
<li>1st T20I: April 18 - Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium - 7:30 PM</li>



<li>2nd T20I: April 20 - Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium - 7:30 PM</li>



<li>3rd T20I: April 21 - Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium - 7:30 PM</li>



<li>4th T20I: April 25 - Gaddafi Stadium - 7:30 PM</li>



<li>5th T20I: April 27 - Gaddafi Stadium - 7:30 PM</li>
</ul>



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PAK vs NZ T20I: Injury News, Finn Allen, Adam Milne RULED OUT of Pakistan vs New Zealand T20Is

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<p>Pace spearhead and former T20i captain of the Shaheens - Shaheen Shah Afridi is likely to miss the first two T20 International games of the home five match series against New Zealand, as reported by Geo Super on Monday.</p>



<p>According to some sources, the Pakistan Cricket Board have taken the decision of letting Shaheen rest for the first two games against New Zealand, keeping in mind the workload of the 24 year old. The PCB have recently started a rotation policy which aims at managing the workload of the players before this year's T20 World Cup</p>



<p>Afridi will most likely be absent from the playing 11 for the first two T20i's but will definitely participate in the remaining three games of the five match series against New Zealand. Shaheen Shah Afridi was recently replaced by Babar Azam as the captain of the National Team for the white ball formats.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The Pakistan Cricket Board said that the decision of replacing Shaheen with Babar as the captain was ?a strategic change which aims at ensuring the best performance and well being of the Pakistan National Cricket Team?.</p>



<p>?He (Shaheen Shah Afridi) has performed exceptionally well for Pakistan as a fast bowler in the last few years and has tirelessly led the team's pace attack since the 2021 T20 World Cup. The PCB are aware of the importance of rotating the players and providing them ample rest so that they can retain their peak performance. The decision of letting Shaheen rest has been taken in accordance to the board?s policy of protecting the players, especially pace bowlers given the injury issues they have faced in the last two years,? the Pakistan Cricket Board added.</p>



<p>?Keeping the worldload management of the players in mind, this decision has been taken to ensure that our team's main fast bowlers remain completely fit and at the top of their game. The PCB does not want the Men?s National Cricket Team to face injury crisis in the bowling department similar to the 2022 T20 World Cup, when Shaheen Afridi had to be monitored closely post his return from injury and the 2023 ODI World Cup where the team was without the services of Naseem Shah.?</p>



<p>The Black Caps arrived in Islamabad on 14th April, Sunday while the home team recently assembled in the country's&nbsp;Federal Capital post the conclusion of the Ramzan Eid holidays.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Pakistan vs New Zealand 2024: Full squads</strong></h3>



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<p><strong>Pakistan -</strong> Babar Azam (Captain), Azam Khan, Abrar Ahmed, Iftikhar Ahmed, Fakhar Zaman, Abbas Afridi, Imad Wasim, Mohammad Amir, Mohammad Rizwan, Naseem Shah, Irfan Khan, Shadab Khan, Saim Ayub, Usama Mir, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Zaman Khan and Usman Khan.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>New Zealand -</strong> Michael Bracewell (Captain), Mark Chapman, Jacob Duffy, Tom Blundell, Zak Foulkes, Dean Foxcroft, Cole McConchie, Ben Lister, Jimmy Neesham, Tim Robinson, Will O?Rourke, Ben Sears, Ish Sodhi, Josh Clarkson and Tim Seifert.?</p>



<p>CHECK: <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/pak-vs-nz-first-three-t20is-are-under-the-threat-of-getting-washed-out-due-to-rain/">First three T20I?s are under the threat of getting washed?out?due?to?rain</a></p>



<p></p>

Pakistan vs New Zealand: Shaheen Shah Afridi set to miss the first?two?T20I's

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<p><strong>PAK vs NZ 1st T20I Dream11 Prediction: </strong>While most of the cricket world is busy admiring and experiencing the high octane Indian Premier League (IPL) in India, Pakistan is set to host New Zealand for a T20I series in what can be called a low-key engagement between the two sides. The New Zealand tour of Pakistan for 5 T20Is begins on April 18 with both the sides locking horns against each other in the opening encounter at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. </p>



<div class="wp-block-rank-math-toc-block" id="rank-math-toc"><h2><strong>Table of Contents</strong></h2><nav><div><div class=""><a href="#pak-vs-nz-1st-t-20-i-overview">PAK vs NZ 1st T20I Overview</a></div><div class=""><a href="#pak-vs-nz-1st-t-20-i-expected-playing-11">PAK vs NZ 1st T20I Expected Playing11</a></div><div class=""><a href="#pak-vs-nz-1st-t-20-i-full-squad">PAK vs NZ 1st T20I Full Squad</a></div><div class=""><a href="#pak-vs-nz-1st-t-20-i-dream-11-prediction">PAK vs NZ 1st T20I Dream11 Prediction</a></div><div class=""><a href="#pak-vs-nz-1st-t-20-i-captain-vice-captain-picks">PAK vs NZ 1st T20I Captain &amp; Vice-Captain Picks</a></div><div class=""><a href="#rawalpindi-cricket-stadium-pitch-report">Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium Pitch Report</a></div></div></nav></div>



<p>Why we said it a low-key bilateral series is because New Zealand is not at their best as they travel to Pakistan for the T20I series. Most of their prominent T20I batters, who will actually walk into the playing11 anyday, are busy plying their trade in the ongoing IPL 2024. A second string squad has been offered to Pakistan by the New Zealand Cricket Board (NZC), which will be led by Michael Bracewell.</p>



<p>On the other side, Pakistan is on their full strength, at least on paper. Babar Azam has made a comeback in the captians capacity in the T20I side. He will replace Shaheen Shah Afridi, who was given just a solitary series run as the leader of the side.</p>



<p>Pakistan also marks the return of Imad Wasim and Mohammad Amir, who have take a U-turn from their international retirement only with the hopes of playing the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024 in the Caribbean and the USA.</p>



<p>For Pakistan, most of their prominent players are available and there aren't any injury concerns as well, barring Haris Rauf, who is currently nursing a shoulder injury which he sustained during the PSL 2024.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="pak-vs-nz-1st-t-20-i-overview"><strong>PAK vs NZ 1st T20I Overview</strong></h2>



<p><strong>Series/Tour:?</strong>New Zealand tour of Pakistan 2024</p>



<p><strong>Match:?</strong>PAK vs NZ 1st T20I</p>



<p><strong>Day/Date:?</strong>Thursday/April 18, 2024</p>



<p><strong>Venue:?</strong>Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium</p>



<p><strong>Time:?</strong>08:00 PM IST</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="pak-vs-nz-1st-t-20-i-expected-playing-11"><strong>PAK vs NZ 1st T20I Expected Playing11</strong></h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/2024/04/Pak-vs-NZ-T20I-1024x683.jpg" alt="PAK vs NZ 1st T20I Playing11, Dream11 Prediction, Pakistan vs New Zealand Dream11 Team, Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium Pitch Report, Pakistan Playing11 | New Zealand tour of Pakistan 2024" class="wp-image-132857" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Image Source: Google</figcaption></figure>



<p><strong>Pakistan's Expected Playing11:</strong> Saim Ayub, Babar Azam (c), Azam Khan (wk), Fakhar Zaman, Imad Wasim, Iftikhar Ahmed, Mohammad Rizwan, Mohammad Amir, Naseem Shah, Shadab Khan, Shaheen Afridi, Usman Khan/Mohammad Amir</p>



<p><strong>New Zealand's Expected Playing11: </strong>Finn Allen, Michael Bracewell (c), Jacob Duffy, Tim Seifert, Tom Blundell (WK), Mark Chapman, Jimmy Neesham, Adam Milne, Ben Lister, Ben Sears, Ish Sodhi</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="pak-vs-nz-1st-t-20-i-full-squad"><strong>PAK vs NZ 1st T20I Full Squad</strong></h2>



<p><strong>Pakistan Squad: </strong>Babar Azam(c), Fakhar Zaman, Mohammad Rizwan(w), Saim Ayub, Shadab Khan, Imad Wasim, Iftikhar Ahmed, Shaheen Afridi, Usama Mir, Naseem Shah, Azam Khan, Mohammad Amir, Zaman Khan, Abbas Afridi, Irfan Khan, Abrar Ahmed, Usman Khan</p>



<p><strong>New Zealand Squad: </strong>Tim Seifert(w), Michael Bracewell(c), Josh Clarkson, Tim Robinson, Mark Chapman, Jacob Duffy, James Neesham, Ben Sears, William ORourke, Zakary Foulkes, Ish Sodhi, Ben Lister, Dean Foxcroft, Tom Blundell, Cole McConchie</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="pak-vs-nz-1st-t-20-i-dream-11-prediction"><strong>PAK vs NZ 1st T20I Dream11 Prediction</strong></h2>



<p><strong>Wicketkeeper: </strong>Tim Siefert (wk)</p>



<p><strong>Batters: </strong>Saim Ayub, Mark Chapman, Fakhar Zaman, </p>



<p><strong>All-Rounders: </strong>Shabad Khan, James Neesham, Michael Bracewell, </p>



<p><strong>Bowlers: </strong>Shaheen Shah Afridi, Ish Sodhi, Naseem Shah, Mohamamd Amir.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="pak-vs-nz-1st-t-20-i-captain-vice-captain-picks"><strong>PAK vs NZ 1st T20I Captain &amp; Vice-Captain Picks</strong></h2>



<p><strong>Captain:?</strong>Saim Ayub</p>



<p><strong>Vice-Captain:?</strong>Tim Siefert/Shadab Khan</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="rawalpindi-cricket-stadium-pitch-report"><strong>Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium Pitch Report</strong></h2>



<p>Most of the surfaces in Pakistan offer flat wickets. Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium is no different. The batters have ablsolutely rocked the fixtures held at this venue more often than not. There is some bounce on the wicket, but it gets even to bat on as the innings progresses. The spinners may get some assistance later in the innings. All in all, expect a proper run-fest from Pakistan and New Zealand.</p>



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PAK vs NZ 1st T20I Playing11, Dream11 Prediction, Pakistan vs New Zealand Dream11 Team, Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium Pitch Report, Pakistan Playing11 | New Zealand tour of Pakistan 2024

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<p><strong>PAK vs NZ 2nd T20I: </strong>In what promises to be a really fascinating and entertaining encounter, Babar Azam led Pakistan are set to lock horns against Michael Bracewell?s New Zealand in the second T20i of the five match series at Rawalpindi's Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Saturday. The first T20i got washed out due to rain, but there's no shortage of matches as four games are still left to be played in the series.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The Shaheens are not expected to make any changes in their playing 11 and they are expected to field the same team as the first game, featuring a mix of youngsters and experienced players.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The trio of Abrar Ahmed, Irfan Khan Niazi and Usman Khan made their T20 International debut in the previous game but, they didn't get a chance to make their debuts memorable as rain washed out the first T20i.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Saim Ayub and Pakistan's captain Babar Azam are anticipated to open the inning for the Men in Green and wicket keeper batsman Mohammad Rizwan is likely to bat at number three.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The middle order will consist of the likes of Irfan Khan Niazi and Usman Khan, providing a blend of power hitting and stability in the team.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The duo of Shadab Khan and Iftikhar Ahmed will be handling the All - Rounder department of the Shaheens and both of them provide depth and versatility in both bowling and batting. Iftikhar is also someone who can play big shots at will and he will also play the role of the finisher for his side.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Talking about the bowling department, seamers Naseem Shah, Mohammad Amir and Shaheen Shah Afridi will be handling the fast bowling unit. Notably, Mohammad Amir is making his return to Pakistan's Men's National Cricket Team after a span of four years. Abar Ahmed on the other hand will also play a key role for the home side as he will be looking to trouble the Kiwi batters with his spin bowling variations.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The first T20 International game between the two teams was called off after just two balls due to constant rainfall in the city of Rawalpindi. With the weather forecast showing a decrease in the chances of rainfall ahead of the second T20 International, fans would be hoping to enjoy the full game without any interruption.&nbsp;</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Pakistan?s likely playing 11 for the second T20I against New Zealand:</strong></h4>



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<p>Saim Ayub, Babar Azam (Captain), Mohammad Rizwan (WK), Iftikhar Ahmed, Usman Khan, Irfan Khan Niazi, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Shadab Khan, Naseem Shah, Abrar Ahmed and Mohammad Amir.&nbsp;</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Pakistan's squad for the New Zealand series:</strong></h4>



<p>Babar Azam (Captain), Saim Ayub, Mohammad Rizwan (WK), Iftikhar Ahmed, Usman Khan, Imad Wasim, Azam Khan (WK), Shaheen Shah Afridi, Shadab Khan, Naseem Shah, Abbas Afridi, Mohammad Amir, Fakhar Zaman, Abrar Ahmed, Usama Mir, Irfan Khan Niazi and Zaman Khan.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>Reserves: </strong>Mohammad Ali, Haseebullah, Sahibzada Farhan, Agha Salman and Mohammad Wasim Jr</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>New Zealand's tour of Pakistan schedule:</strong></h4>



<p>20th April: 2nd T20 International, Rawalpindi</p>



<p>21st April: 3rd T20 International, Rawalpindi&nbsp;</p>



<p>25th April: 4th T20 International, Lahore</p>



<p>27th April: 5th T20 International, Lahore<br></p>



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PAK vs NZ 2nd T20I: Pakistan strongest playing 11 against New Zealand?in?2nd?T20I

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<p><strong>PAK vs NZ 4th T20I: </strong>In what promises to be a really entertaining and compelling encounter, Pakistan led by Babar Azam are set to take on Michael Bracewell led New Zealand in the fourth T20 International match of the five match series at Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium. The match will take place on 25th April and it will commence at 8:00pm IST.</p>



<p>In the previous encounter, Kiwi batter Mark Chapman played an unbeaten knock of 87 runs and led a second string New Zealand team to a shocking victory by seven wickets against Pakistan in the third T20i in Rawalpindi on Sunday. The Southpaw scored 87 runs in just 42 balls and helped his side chase the target of 179 runs in 18.2 overs against a really good Pakistan bowling unit, silencing a packed crowd of 16,000 at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. Skipper Babar Azam (37 runs) and Shadab Khan (41 runs) helped the home side post a total of 178-4 on the board but the Shaheens bowling unit failed to defend the score as Kiwis leveled the five match series 1-1.</p>



<p>The fourth and the penultimate T20i will take place at Lahore and both the teams will be looking to showcase their best possible performance in the fourth game and head into the fifth T20i on a winning note.</p>



<p>The penultimate game will be particularly more important for the Men in Green as this series against New Zealand is acting as preparatory ground for the 2024 T20 World Cup and the best performers will be chosen in the squad for this year's mega event.</p>



<p>Talking about the playing 11 of the home side, some changes have to be made if the Babar Azam led team want to win the fourth T20i.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="pakistans-strongest-playing-11-for-the-4th-t-20-i-against-new-zealand"><strong>Pakistan's Strongest playing 11 for the 4th T20I against New Zealand</strong></h3>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading" id="openers-babar-azam-captain-and-saim-ayub"><strong>Openers - Babar Azam (Captain) and Saim Ayub</strong></h4>



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<p>The duo of skipper Babar Azam and Saim Ayub are expected to continue opening the inning for the Shaheens in the fourth match as well. Both of them played really good innings against the visitors in the 3rd T20i and even got involved in a partnership of 55 runs in 38 balls for the opening wicket. The opening duo have played many match winning innings together for Peshawar Zalmi in the PSL and expect them to do the same for the National Team as well.</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading" id="middle-order-fakhar-zaman-haseebullah-khan-wk-and-irfan-khan-niazi"><strong>Middle Order- Fakhar Zaman, Haseebullah Khan (WK) and Irfan Khan Niazi</strong></h4>



<p>Fakhar Zaman didn't get a chance to play in the first two games of the series but he is anticipated to play in the penultimate T20i in place of Usman Khan. Usman has failed to replicate his PSL 2024 form in International Cricket for the Men in Green. In the 2nd T20i, the 28 year old managed to score just seven runs in six balls as Ish Sodhi clean bowled him with a beautiful delivery. In the third match, Usman scored just five runs in seven balls and got dismissed once off the bowling of Ish Sodhi. Fakhar didn't play in the first two games in order to give Usman a chance to prove his worth but after seeing his poor performances with the bat, the team management will be tempted to include Fakhar instead of Usman in the playing 11.</p>



<p>Mohammad Rizwan got injured while batting in the third T20i against the Kiwis and the injury forced him to retire hurt. Haseebullah Khan was recently included in the squad for the New Zealand series as an injury replacement for Azam Khan and post the injury of Rizwan, the 21 year old Haseebullah is expected to replace Rizwan in the playing 11 and don the gloves against the Kiwis. He made his T20i debut earlier this year in January against New Zealand but didn't get a chance to bat. In domestic T20 Cricket, the Peshawar Zalmi batter has scored 481 runs in 28 games at a not so impressive strike rate of 122.08. But he has the potential to succeed at the highest level of the game and it remains to be seen how well he performs in the fourth game if he gets selected.</p>



<p>Irfan Khan Niazi will come out to bat at number five and he has had a good start to his T20 International career having scored 18*runs and 30 runs in the second and the third T20i's respectively. He is known for his hard hitting abilities and he would like to play yet another useful knock for his side in the penultimate T20i against the Kiwis.</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading" id="all-rounders-iftikhar-ahmed-and-shadab-khan"><strong>All Rounders- Iftikhar Ahmed and Shadab Khan</strong></h4>



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<p>The duo of Shadab Khan and Iftikhar Ahmed are anticipated to handle the All - Rounder department yet again for the fourth T20i against the Kiwis. Shadab Khan has had a decent series so far picking up two wickets in two games and even played a crucial knock of 41 runs in 20 balls at a strike rate of 205.00. The 25 year old will be crucial in the home side?s hopes of winning the five match series against New Zealand.</p>



<p>Iftikhar Ahmed on the other hand hasn't received any chance so far to prove his worth to his side in the current series. He didn't get a chance to bat in the previous two games but he got a chance to bowl in the last game but he failed to do much with the ball as he gave away 16 runs in his two overs and failed to pick up a wicket. However, Iftikhar is a really good player and will be anticipated to play a key role with both the bat and the ball in the penultimate T20i.</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading" id="bowlers-mohammad-amir-abrar-ahmed-naseem-shah-and-abbas-afridi"><strong>Bowlers - Mohammad Amir, Abrar Ahmed, Naseem Shah and Abbas Afridi.</strong></h4>



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<p>Shaheen Shah Afridi didn't have a good game with the bowl in the third T20i as he gave away 37 runs in 3.2 overs without picking up a wicket at an economy rate of 11.10. The team management will be looking to give some rest to Afridi for the fourth game and bring in Mohammad Amir in his place. Amir took two wickets in the second T20i but he was benched in favor of Abbas Afridi. He is anticipated to play in the next game and the 30 year old would be looking to once again play a key role and help his side win the fourth T20i.</p>



<p>Abrar Ahmed will be handling the spin bowling duties alongside Shadab Khan. He picked up two wickets in the second T20i but didn't get a chance to bowl in the third game. Captain Babar will be looking towards Abrar to get those crucial breakthroughs with the ball in the penultimate game of the series.</p>



<p>Naseem Shah made his much awaited return from injury recently and while he has picked up two wickets in three games so far, his economy has been a point of concern and he would like to bowl economically in the fourth match of the series.</p>



<p>Abbas Afridi was given a chance to play in place of Mohammad Amir in the previous game and he impressed with the bowl as he picked up two scalps in three overs. He is in good form and would like to trouble the Kiwi batters once again with the ball and his wicket taking abilities.</p>



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PAK vs NZ 4th T20I: Pakistan's Strongest playing 11 for the 4th T20I against New Zealand

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India dominated Pakistan with Kohli’s century and disciplined bowling, securing a 6-wicket victory. Pakistan’s 241 wasn’t enough as India chased comfortably, sealing a semifinal spot and virtually eliminating Pakistan from the tournament.

IND vs PAK: REVENGED! KING KOHLI Stars as India Crushed Pakistan by 6 Wickets

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After getting hit for a four, Shaheen Afridi came up with a brutal reply as he made India captain Rohit Sharma look clueless.

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Babar Azam, as per the reports, is down with viral just like India's Rishabh Pant.

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