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Pakistan (PAK) vs New Zealand (NZ), 1st Match, ICC Champions Trophy 2025, Match Preview
Published - 30-DEC-2024 13:6 IST | Updated - 30-DEC-2024 13:6 IST
Match Preview: Pakistan vs New Zealand
Date: February 19, 2025
Time: 2:30 PM (Local Time)
Venue: National Stadium, Karachi, Pakistan
Get ready for an exciting clash as Pakistan takes on New Zealand in what promises to be a thrilling encounter. Both teams are in excellent form and will be looking to make a strong impact in this match.
Key Points to Watch Out For:
- Pakistan's Home Advantage: Pakistan has a strong record at the National Stadium and will aim to capitalize on familiar conditions.
- New Zealand's Versatility: Known for their adaptability, New Zealand will rely on their well-balanced squad to counter Pakistan's strengths.
- Key Players: Keep an eye on Babar Azam and Shaheen Afridi for Pakistan, and Kane Williamson and Trent Boult for New Zealand.
Dubai has been selected as the venue for all matches of the Champions Trophy 2025 involving India, including the semi-finals or the final.
Head-to-Head
- Total Matches: 5
- Pakistan Stars Wins: 04
- New Zealand Stars: 01
- No Result (NR): 0
- Tie: 0
Pakistan and New Zealand, 1st Match Playing- 11
Pakistan:
Ahmed Daniyal, Arafat Minhas, Haris Rauf, Haseebullah (WK), Jahandad Khan, Mohammad Abbas Afridi, Mohammad Hasnain, Muhammad Irfan Khan, Omair bin Yousuf, Qasim Akram, Sahibzada Farhan, Salman Ali Agha, Sufyan Muqeem, Tayyab Tahir and Usman Khan
New Zealand:
Kane Williamson, Trent Boult, Tim Southee, Devon Conway, Tom Latham Batsman, Captain Kyle Jamieson, Glenn Philli, Ish Sodhi, Lockie Ferguson, James Neesham, Mitchell Santner Bowler, Finn Allen, Rachin Ravindra
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