New Zealand vs Pakistan 2025 1st ODI Match Prediction, Head to Head, Reports

The three-match ODI series between Pakistan and New Zealand will begin on Saturday, March 29, after the conclusion of the Twenty20 Internationals. A number of top players will be rejoining the team for the 50-over format, even though the T20I series introduced fans to some new faces.

The two teams' previous Twenty20 International series was lopsided, with New Zealand winning 4-1. However, with players like Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan playing in the ODI portion of the tour, the visitors are fully recovered. Even though Naseem Shah and Mohammad Wasim Jr. are also in the team, Haris Rauf's arrival gives the visitors' bowling attack a respectable appearance. With the IPL-bound players missing this series, New Zealand is still trying to bolster their bench.

New Zealand vs Pakistan 2025 1st ODI Match Details:

McLean Park Pitch Report:

The pitch at McLean Park in Napier is perfect for stroke play since it is batting-friendly and has genuine bounce and pace. Short borders increase the scoring potential. While spinners enter the game as the pitch slows down in the middle overs, pacers may find early movement, particularly in brightly lit areas.

Head to Head:

NZ vs PAK Predicted XI:

New Zealand: Michael Bracewell (c), Mitchell Hay (wk), Will Young, Nick Kelly, Henry Nicholls, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Nathan Smith, Jacob Duffy, William O'Rourke, and Ben Sears.

Pakistan: Imam-ul-Haq, Babar Azam, Salman Agha, Khushdil Shah, Tayyab Tahir, Faheem Ashraf, Mohammad Wasim Jr., Naseem Shah, Abrar Ahmed, and Abdullah Shafique. 

NZ vs PAK Match Winner Prediction:

Pakistan lost the Twenty20 International series with just one victory in four games. The hosts may get off to a winning start in the ODI series, so they won't have it easy.

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