New Zealand vs Pakistan, 2nd T20I: Match Prediction - Who will win today’s match between NZ vs PAK?

New Zealand will take on Pakistan in the second T20I of the five-match T20I series on January 14 at Seddon Park in Hamilton.

By CricTracker Staff

Updated - 14 Jan 2024, 12:09 IST

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New Zealand (NZ) and Pakistan (PAK) will square off in the second T20I of the ongoing five-game series at Seddon Park in Hamilton on January 14, Sunday. The BlackCaps already took a 1-0 lead in the series, showcasing top-notch performance and winning the opening game in Auckland by 46 runs.

After being put to bat first, New Zealand posted a formidable total of 226 runs. Later Tim Southee grabbed 4/25 as the Kiwis bundled out the tourists by 180 in the 18th over to secure a comfortable win. The hosts will look to extend their lead while Pakistan would eye for a stronger comeback to level the series.

NZ vs PAK Match Details:

Particulars Details
Match New Zealand vs Pakistan, 2nd T20I
Venue Seddon Park, Hamilton
Date & Time Sunday, January 14, 11:40 AM
Live Broadcast and Streaming Details

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Seddon Park Pitch Report and Conditions

The pitch at the Seddon Park in Hamilton is generally batter-friendly. The surface is expected to provide a little assistance to the spinners A high-scoring encounter is on the cards when the two giants lock horns.

NZ vs PAK Head-to-Head Record:

Matches played 35
New Zealand won 14
Pakistan won 20
NR 01

NZ vs PAK Predicted Playing XIs:

New Zealand:

Finn Allen, Devon Conway (wk), Kane Williamson (c), Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, Adam Milne, Matt Henry, Tim Southee, Ish Sodhi, Ben Sears

Pakistan:

Mohammad Rizwan, Saim Ayub, Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Iftikhar Ahmed, Azam Khan (wk), Aamer Jamal, Usama Mir, Shaheen Afridi (c), Abbas Afridi, Haris Rauf

NZ vs PAK Probable Best Performers

Probable Best Batter: Daryl Mitchell

Daryl Mitchell was named the Player of the March for his quickfire 27-ball 61 runs in the first T20I, which included four boundaries and as many maximums. He is expected to carry forward his form and make the middle-order appear stronger.

Probable Best Bowler: Tim Southee

Tim Southee, the star of the opening T20I, will look to carry on his bowling prowess in the forthcoming game as well. The right-arm pacer bagged four wickets for 25 runs and also reached the landmark of 150 wickets in T20Is.

Today's Match Prediction: Team batting first to win the match

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Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.

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