PAK vs NZ Dream11 Prediction 1st T20I Pakistan vs New Zealand Playing 11, Top Picks, Fantasy Cricket Tips

Pakistan go up against New Zealand in the 1^st match of the five match T20I Series at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore on 14^th April, Friday at 7:30 PM IST.

Pakistan are coming into this 5 match T20I series at the back of a loss against Afghanistan in the UAE, however, they were without the full strength. With Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, Shaheen Shah Afridi are back in the squad, Pakistan are expected to win the series.

New Zealand too doesn’t have the services of their main players in the series. That means, it’s also an opportunity for the new players to make a mark and showcase their skills. New Zealand are coming into the series after beating Sri Lanka 2-1 back at home.

PAK vs NZ Dream11 Team Prediction for Today Match

Pakistan vs New Zealand, 1^st T20I

14^th April, 7:30 PM IST

Gaddafi Stadium

The 1^st match of the five match T20I series between Pakistan and New Zealand at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore on 14th March at 7:30 PM IST.

Where to Watch PAK vs NZ Live?

The T20I series will live stream on the Sony Sports Network and SonyLIV in India.

Gaddafi Stadium Pitch Report

The pitch in Lahore assists both the batters and bowlers. Even in the recently concluded PSL, it has shown that spinners will come into play as the game progresses. Teams batting first will look to take it steady and then go big later in the end. Teams winning the toss will opt to bowl first. Average first innings score on this ground is 170.

Team Form Guide:

PAK (recent first): WLLLW
NZ (recent first): WWTLL

PAK Playing 11

1. Mohammad Rizwan (WK)
2. Babar Azam (C)
3. Mohammad Haris
4. Iftikhar Ahmed
5. Shan Masood
6. Shadab Khan
7. Mohammad Nawaz
8. Imad Wasim
9. Haris Rauf
10. Naseem Shah
11. Shaheen Shah Afridi

Pakistan recently lost a series against Afghanistan 2-1 but were without the services of their senior players.
Pakistan have Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, Shaheen Shah Afridi back in the squad and are in full strength.
Pakistan playing at their own backyard are expected to dominate the T20I series.
Babar Azam will lead the side, while Mohammad Rizwan will keep wickets.

Babar Azam vs New Zealand in T20I

Babar Azam, the skipper of the side is the pillar of their batting line-up. Babar has been scoring runs heavily in all three formats of the game. Babar lead his side to T20 World Cup final last year.

Last 5 performances in T20I	T20I Matches, Runs & Average against New Zealand	T20I Matches, Runs & Average in Pakistan	T20I performances at Lahore	Captain or Vice captain choice
42, 64, 73, 115, 50	11 matches, 412 runs & 45.77 average	29 matches, 1106 runs & 48.08 average	4, 87*, 9, 36, 8	✅

Shaheen Shah Afridi vs New Zealand in T20I

Shaheen Shah Afridi is the premium number 1 fast bowler in the world, especially in T20I format. Shaheen has been out of action after the T20 World Cup due to injuries, but he did take part in the recently concluded Pakistan Super League which he lead his side to a title win this year.

Last 5 performances in T20I	T20I matches, wickets & economy against New Zealand	T20I matches, wickets & economy in Pakistan	T20I performances at Lahore	Captain or Vice captain choice
4-51, 1-41, 0-47, 0-18, 4-31	7 matches, 10 wickets & 7.48 economy	9 matches, 10 wickets & 6.77 economy	2-21, 0-28, 2-18, 0-37, 1-22	✅

NZ Playing 11

1. Chad Bowes
2. Rachin Ravindra
3. Tom Latham (WK)(C)
4. Will Young
5. Mark Chapman
6. Daryl Mitchell
7. James Neesham
8. Adam Milne
9. Matt Henry
10. Ish Sodhi
11. Henry Shipley

With all their key players taking part in the Indian Premier League, it’s a great chance for some of new players to showcase their skills.
New Zealand still have enough fire power to beat Pakistan away from home.
Tom Latham will lead the side and will keep wickets too.

Tom Latham vs Pakistan in T20I

Tom Latham has been amongst the runs for his side in all formats of the cricket game. Latham’s experience and him leading the side from the front will be crucial in this T20I series.

Last 5 performances in T20I	T20I Matches & Runs against Pakistan	T20I Average & Strike Rate against Pakistan	T20I Matches, Runs & Average in 2023	Captain or Vice captain choice
31, 20, 27, 50, 21	1 match & 26 Runs	26.00 average & 118.18 S/R	6 matches, 183 runs & 45.75 average	✅

Daryl Mitchell vs Pakistan in T20I

Daryl Mitchell has been in phenomenal touch in recent times. Be it in tests, ODI’s or T20I’s. Mitchell changes the gear according to the situation and is a very handy bowler too.

Last 5 performances in T20I	T20I Matches & Runs against Pakistan	T20I Average & Strike Rate against Pakistan	T20I Matches, Runs & Average in 2023	Captain or Vice captain choice
15, 66, 35, 8, 59	2 matches & 80 runs	80.00 average & 145.45 S/R	3 matches, 78 runs & 39 average	✅

Who will win Pakistan vs New Zealand match?

Pakistan are clear favourites to win this game.
Out of the 28 T20I matches played between these two teams, Pakistan have won 17 times, while New Zealand have won 11 games.
In recent times, Pakistan have won four times again New Zealand out of the five games they’ve played.
New Zealand will find it a bit hard as most of their players haven’t played in Pakistan yet.

According to the Pakistan vs New Zealand today match prediction, Pakistan are expected to take 1-0 lead and win this PAK vs NZ Dream11 Prediction.