Pakistan vs New Zealand 3rd ODI Match Prediction – Who will win today's match between PAK vs NZ?

Pakistan (PAK) and New Zealand (NZ) will be locking horns in the third and final One Day International (ODI) at the National Bank Cricket Arena in Karachi on Friday, January 13. Having won a game each, both teams will be expecting to put their best foot forward in the series decider. 

While the hosts had drawn first blood with an impressive six-wicket win in the first ODI, the Kiwis staged a remarkable comeback in the second game by registering a 79-run victory that saw the Babar Azam-led side suffer a batting failure chasing 262. 

Check out: Pakistan (PAK) vs New Zealand (NZ) 3rd ODI Live Score

Even though Pakistan showcased a decent bowling performance to restrict the Black Caps to a manageable total of 261 as at one point the visitors were well on course of posting a mammoth total courtesy of a 181-run second wicket stand between skipper Kane Williamson and Devon Conway, the Pakistan batters failed to live up to the expectations during the run chase. 

Captain Babar Azam was the lone warrior for the Men in Green as he scored 79 runs off 114 deliveries. 

The Kiwi bowlers showcased outstanding performances with the ball in hand in the second innings and worked in tandem to help their side stay alive in this ODI series 

Match Details

Venue: National Bank Cricket Arena, Karachi

Date & Time: January 13, 3:00 PM IST

Telecast & Live Streaming: Sony Sports Network and SonyLiv app

Pitch Report

The surface at the National Bank Cricket Arena will once again be expected to assist the batters and they will be able to score runs easily once they are well set at the crease. Nonetheless, it is also expected to be a dry wicket which will provide a lot of help for the spinners.

While the pacers will get some assistance in the initial overs, the pitch might get slower as the contest progresses. Therefore, the captain winning the toss could prefer batting first.

Predicted Playing XIs for PAK vs NZ 3rd ODI

Pakistan (PAK):

Fakhar Zaman, Imam-ul-Haq, Babar Azam (c), Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Haris Sohail, Agha Salman, Mohammad Nawaz, Usama Mir, Mohammad Wasim Jr, Naseem Shah, Haris Rauf

New Zealand (NZ):

Finn Allen, Devon Conway, Kane Williamson (c), Daryl Mitchell, Tom Latham (wk), Glenn Phillips, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner, Ish Sodhi, Tim Southee, Lockie Ferguson

Pakistan (PAK) vs New Zealand (NZ) Head-to-Head

Overall

Matches- 109, Pakistan – 56, New Zealand – 49, N/R- 3, Tied- 1

In Pakistan

Matches- 22, Pakistan – 18, New Zealand – 4, N/R- 0, Tied- 0

Probable Best Performers from PAK vs NZ

Probable best batter: Devon Conway (New Zealand)

Devon Conway might have been dismissed for a golden duck in the series opener, but he was the star for New Zealand with a match-winning century in the second ODI. The southpaw’s 92-ball 101 helped the visitors post a competitive total of 261 runs on the board which proved to be fruitful in the end. Conway was also adjudged the Player of the Match.

Probable best bowler: Naseem Shah (Pakistan)

Naseem Shah is on fire in this series having showcased consistent performances with the ball in hand in the last two games registering a fifer (5/57) and following it up with a three-wicket haul (3/58). With already eight wickets in the bag, the youngster will be hoping to make an impact in the wickets column yet again.

Today’s Match Prediction: New Zealand to win the match

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Disclaimer: This 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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