NZ vs PAK Final Match Prediction – Who will Win Today’s Match and Toss? Pitch Report, Playing 11

NZ vs PAK, Match Winner Prediction: The final match of the Pakistan ODI Tri Series will be played between New Zealand and Pakistan. This match will take place at the National Stadium in Karachi on 14th February at 2:30 PM. 

New Zealand

After winning both matches against Pakistan (by 78 runs) and South Africa (by 6 wickets), the team is ready to face Pakistan in the final match of the ODI series. Their last match was against South Africa, in which they successfully chased the target of 304 and won the match by 6 wickets. 

Kane Williamson and Devon Conway were the key players, with their excellent partnership helping the team to a well deserved victory. Kane Williamson scored a blistering 133 off 113 balls, while Devon Conway put up a valuable 97 off 107 balls. However, the bowlers played a pivotal role in securing the victory, with Will O’Rourke and Matt Henry each taking two crucial wickets that helped them dominate the opposition.  

Pakistan

On the other hand, Pakistan brilliantly secured their last victory against South Africa, showcasing their outstanding performances. In the last match, South Africa set a target of 352/5 and gave their all to dominate PAK. However, Pakistan’s remarkable innings left South Africa with no answers, and they ultimately fell short, losing by 6 wickets. 

Salman Ali Agha and Mohammad Rizwan were the players behind this victory, showcasing their brilliant partnership that led the team to find the sport in the final. Salman Ali scored 134 off 103 balls, while Mohammad Rizwan scored 122 off 128 balls. However, Shaheen Afridi contributed with his pace bowling, taking two crucial wickets. 

The final match of the Pakistan ODI Tri-Series will be crucial for both teams, as this match will be their do-or-die moment. New Zealand has been performing since the league start and seem to win today’s final match. However, Pakistan made their comeback in the last match, and it looks like they are not in the mood to let New Zealand take the trophy home. 

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National Stadium Pitch And Weather Report

At National Stadium, the pitch is suited for both bowlers and batters. It will offer a flat surface where the ball nicely comes on the bat and batters can set high scores. Pacers can get early swings and momentum, but as the game progresses batters will likely take the charge. At National Stadium, a total of 76 ODI matches were played here, where the chasing team won 37th times and batting first won 36st time. Therefore the toss will not play a major role in winning, but as the boundaries are short here, so the team that won the toss might prefer to bat first.  

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Top Players to Watch Out in NZ vs PAK, Final Match

Top Batters

Kane Williamson

• Kane Williamson is a right-hand batsman, known for his consistent batting. 
• He has played a total of 14 ODI matches against Pakistan, where he scored 1519 runs, with highest 238.  

Tom Latham

• Tom Latham is a left-hand batsman and a top order batter. 
• He has played a total of 26 ODI matches against Pakistan, where he scored 582 runs, with highest 98. 

Also keep eyes on – Glenn Phillips, Devon Conway. 

Fakhar Zaman

• Fakhar Zaman is a left-hand batsman and a top order batter. 
• He has played a total of 4 ODI matches against Australia, where he scored 102 runs, with highest 67.  
• In the last match against Australia, he scored – 84 off 69 balls.  

Babar Azam

• Babar Azam is a right -hand batsman and a top order batter. 
• He has played a total of 13 ODI matches against Australia, where he scored 686 runs, with highest 114.  
• In the last match against Australia, he scored – 10 off 23 balls.  

Also keep your eyes on – Agha Salman, Mohammad Rizwan. 

Top Bowlers

Matt Henry

• Matt Henry is a right-hand batsman and known for his right-arm fast bowling. 
• Matt Henry played 15 ODI matches against Pakistan, and took 31 wickets. 
• In last match against Australia, he took wickets – 3

Also keep eyes on – Mitchell Santner. 

Shaheen Afridi

• Shaheen Afridi left-arm, fast bowling. 
• Shaheen Afridi played 7 ODI matches against Australia, and took 21 wickets. 
• Since 2023, Shaheen Afridi is the second-highest wicket-taker (57 in 27 ODI) 

Also keep eyes on Abrar Ahmed.

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Disclaimer: All predictions are made based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. Please refer to records and stats to finalize your prediction. You are not bound to follow these predictions.