NZ vs PAK Match Prediction - Who will win today’s 1st ODI match between New Zealand and Pakistan?
The Kiwis have reigned supreme in four of the past five ODIs against Pakistan.
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The first ODI of the three-match series between New Zealand (NZ) and Pakistan (PAK) is scheduled to be held at McLean Park, in Napier.
The white-ball series continues as the two sides prepare for the ODI series opener. The T20I series was won by the hosts with a dominant 4-1 margin. Apart from the third game of the recently concluded series, Pakistan were overwhelmed in all the other contests.
It will be interesting to see how the upcoming 50-over series unfolds for both sides. The tourists will be eager to turn things around, while New Zealand will look to extend their dominance.
NZ vs PAK Match Details
| Match | New Zealand vs Pakistan, 1st ODI, Pakistan tour of New Zealand 2025 |
| Venue | McLean Park, Napier |
| Date & Time | Saturday, March 29, 3:30 am (IST) |
| Live Broadcast and Streaming Details | FanCode and Sony Sports Network (app & website) |
Also Check: NZ vs PAK Live Score, 1st ODI
McLean Park Pitch Report
The pitch in Napier tends to slow down as the game progresses. The weather is expected to be clear. Pacers could extract bounce from the surface.Head-To-Head Record
| Matches Played | 119 |
| Won by Pakistan | 61 |
| Won by New Zealand | 54 |
| Tied | 1 |
| No Result | 3 |
| First-ever Fixture | February 11, 1973 |
| Most-recent Fixture | February 19, 2025 |
NZ vs PAK Predicted Playing 11
New Zealand: Will Young, Henry Nicholls, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Hay (wk), Michael Bracewell (c), Nathan Smith, Will O’Rourke, Adithya Ashok, Jacob Duffy, Ben Sears
Pakistan: Mohammad Haris (wk), Imam-ul-Haq, Babar Azam, Irfan Khan, Salman Ali Agha (c), Shadab Khan, Khushdil Shah, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Abrar Ahmed, Naseem Shah
Probable Best Performers
Probable Best Batter: Daryl Mitchell
Daryl Mitchell has been in excellent form in recent ODIs. He is expected to carry forward his momentum into this game.
robable Best Bowler: Will O’Rourke
The lanky New Zealand pacer William O'Rourke delivered a couple of economical outings in the T20I series. He could bowl a match-defining spell in the upcoming fixture.
Today's Match Prediction: New Zealand to win the match
- New Zealand win the toss and opt to bowl first
- Powerplay: 35-45
- PAK: 190-210
- New Zealand win the match
- Pakistan win the toss and opt to bowl first
- Powerplay: 45-55
- NZ: 265-285
- New Zealand win the match
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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