PAK vs NZ Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Updates For 3rd T20I

There is a massive chance for the two teams to get ready for the T20I World Cup in a few month's time.

ByĀ CricTracker Staff

Updated - 21 Apr 2024, 18:46 IST

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Preview

Pakistan and New Zealand are currently playing a five-match T20I series, with the first game being washed out due to rain. Pakistan won the second match by seven wickets. It is a huge series for both sides, with the T20I World Cup set to start in under a month. While the Pakistani side has a few of its key stars back, the Kiwis are without their big-name players who are taking part in the IPL. 

Pakistan (PAK) and Babar Azam will want to get some game time considering there is a paucity of international cricket right now. After the first game got washed out, the home team will have to hope that the weather clears up for a full game of cricket on Saturday. With Shaheen Shah Afridi, Mohammad Amir, and Naseem Shah heading the bowling attack, the Pakistani side is a very dangerous team for any opposition.

New Zealand (NZ) comes into the tour under the captaincy of Michael Bracewell, who himself is making a comeback after a year. James Neesham and Ish Sodhi are the only two players with considerable experience in the squad. While a series win may be out of the question, most of the youngsters in the Kiwi camp will use this tour as an experience.

Match Information

Pakistan vs New Zealand, 3rd T20I

New Zealand tour of Pakistan, 21 Apr 2024, Sun, 8:00 PM IST ,Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium

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Weather Report

Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium

Clear

17.8Ā°C

62% (Humidity)

Team Form (Last 5 matches)

Pakistan

W
NR
W
L
L

New Zealand

L
NR
L
L
L

Players Stats in current Series

1

Mark Chapman

NZ - all

126 Runs

5Ā Matches

2

Babar Azam

PAK - bat

125 Runs

5Ā Matches

3

Fakhar Zaman

PAK - bat

104 Runs

2Ā Matches

4

85 Runs

4Ā Matches

5

Tim Robinson

NZ - bat

83 Runs

4Ā Matches

6

78 Runs

4Ā Matches

1

Shadab Khan

PAK - all

190.91

5Ā Matches

2

Imad Wasim

PAK - all

185.71

2Ā Matches

3

168.42

2Ā Matches

4

Usama Mir

PAK - bowl

166.67

2Ā Matches

5

Mark Chapman

NZ - all

159.49

5Ā Matches

6

144.07

4Ā Matches

1

Shaheen Afridi

PAK - bowl

8 Wkts

4Ā Matches

2

Abbas Afridi

PAK - bowl

5 Wkts

3Ā Matches

4 Wkts

3Ā Matches

4

Ish Sodhi

NZ - bowl

4 Wkts

5Ā Matches

5

Shadab Khan

PAK - all

3 Wkts

5Ā Matches

6

Usama Mir

PAK - bowl

3 Wkts

2Ā Matches

1

Ben Lister

NZ - bowl

5.00

2Ā Matches

2

Abrar Ahmed

PAK - bowl

5.75

3Ā Matches

3

Shadab Khan

PAK - all

6.75

5Ā Matches

7.08

3Ā Matches

5

Ish Sodhi

NZ - bowl

7.23

5Ā Matches

6

Shaheen Afridi

PAK - bowl

7.38

4Ā Matches

Probable Playing XI

Pakistan

Babar Azam (C), Saim Ayub, Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Usman Khan, Iftikhar Ahmed, Irfan Khan, SH Khan, S Afridi, Mohammad Amir, Naseem Shah, Abrar Ahmed

Bench : Azam Khan, FK Zaman, IM Wasim, Abbas Afridi, Z Khan, Usama Mir

New Zealand

Tim Seifert (wk), Tim Robinson, D Foxcroft, MS Chapman, James Neesham, Michael Bracewell (C), CE McConchie, Ish Sodhi, JA Duffy, Ben Sears, BG Lister

Bench : Finn Allen, Tom Blundell, JA Clarkson, Zak Foulkes, AF Milne, William Oā€™Rourke

Injury and availability news

Will be added when there is an update.

Pitch Report

Rawalpindi has historically been an excellent ground to chase, and there could be dew that comes into play. Win the toss and bowl first will be the mantra for both sides, as the pacers could have a massive say during the game. Expect the batters to make merry in the first six overs of the game when the ball is hard and new and travels to the boundary much faster.

60%

Pace Bowling

40%

Spin Bowling

50%

Batting Pitch

154

Average Score

50%

Bowling Pitch

Player Picks

9
C

Babar Azam PAK | BAT

The Pakistani skipper has been in decent nick with the bat during the recent PSL 2024 tournament. The added responsibility of leading his side will weight heavy on Babar Azam. Pakistan will hope that Babar Azam can score some runs with the huge T20I World Cup around the corner.

7.5
C

Mark Chapman NZ | ALL

In the absence of some of their big stars, New Zealand will be heavily dependent on Mark Chapman. The batter is one of the most accomplished against both pace and spin and has the penchant to score big runs.

9
C

Mohammad Rizwan PAK | WK

If Babar Azam is batting well how can we forget Mohammad Rizwan. The Pakistani wicketkeeper has been in great form with the bat in the last few months. The right-handed batter has the ability to score runs at a quick pace and force the pressure back onto the opposition.

9

Shaheen Afridi PAK | BOWL

The left-arm pacer is a threat with the ball no matter which format of the game. in the first game which was abandoned, Afridi got the wicket of Tim Seifert with his now famous in-swinger. Shaheen Afridi will want to put the past of the captaincy controversy behind and pick wickets for his team.

8.5

Ish Sodhi NZ | BOWL

The leg-spinner is one of the most potent threats for Pakistan with the ball during this series. The 32-year-old relies more on his variety and has the ability to beat the batter in the air with his flight.

8.5

Naseem Shah PAK | BOWL

After a successful comeback to cricket during PSL 2024, Naseem Shah will hope to do the same in international cricket. Pakistan had missed his services with the bat as it was evident during the ODI World Cup 2023 tournament.

8

Iftikhar Ahmed PAK | ALL

The veteran Pakistani batter was entrusted with the role of the finisher for his side during PSL 2024. The men in green are very well wary of the talents that Iftikhar Ahmed has and what he brings to the table with his big hits.

8

James Neesham NZ | ALL

Veteran New Zealand star James Neesham will be looking to make use of this trip to stake claim for selection. The left-handed batter has been scoring runs at the domestic level but it is international form that is in need of runs and wickets.

8

Tim Seifert NZ | WK

The-year-old star has long been called as one of the best attacking batters in New Zealand. This tour of Pakistan gives Seifert a chance to finally show why those tags arenā€™t just a material for hype.

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9

Mohammad Amir

PAK | BOWL

The veteran pacer is back to international cricket after four years. While he has been bowling well in the PSL, it is the international format that could prove to be difficult for the 32-year-old.

8.5

Dean Foxcroft

NZ | ALL

New Zealand selectors have shown great faith in young Dean Foxcroft. The right-handed batter hasnā€™t been in great form in recent time but with his talents, Foxcroft could be a player to be reckoned with in the years to come.

Last Updated On - Apr 21 2024 6:46 PM

Players
11/11

Team 1

PAK

6 : 5

NZ

Credits Left
8.5/100

Head To Head
Mohammad Rizwan
VC

9

Tim Seifert

8

Babar Azam
C

9

Saim Ayub

8

Mark Chapman

7.5

Iftikhar Ahmed

8

Shadab Khan

8.5

Michael Bracewell

8

James Neesham

8

Shaheen Afridi

9

Ish Sodhi

8.5

Players
11/11

Team 1

PAK

7 : 4

NZ

Credits Left
8/100

Grand League
Mohammad Rizwan
C

9

Babar Azam

9

Saim Ayub

8

Mark Chapman

7.5

Iftikhar Ahmed

8

Shadab Khan

8.5

Michael Bracewell

8

James Neesham

8

Naseem Shah

8.5

Shaheen Afridi
VC

9

Ish Sodhi

8.5

Players
11/11

Team 1

PAK

8 : 3

NZ

Credits Left
7.5/100

Mega League
Mohammad Rizwan

9

Babar Azam
VC

9

Saim Ayub

8

Mark Chapman

7.5

Iftikhar Ahmed

8

Shadab Khan

8.5

James Neesham

8

Naseem Shah

8.5

Abrar Ahmed

8.5

Shaheen Afridi
C

9

Ish Sodhi

8.5

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Players
11/11

Team 1

PAK

8 : 3

NZ

Credits Left
7.5/100

CricTracker Special
Mohammad Rizwan

9

Babar Azam
VC

9

Saim Ayub

8

Mark Chapman

7.5

Iftikhar Ahmed

8

Shadab Khan

8.5

James Neesham

8

Naseem Shah

8.5

Abrar Ahmed

8.5

Shaheen Afridi
C

9

Ish Sodhi

8.5

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