Prediction 1st ODI: New Zealand Tour to Pakistan 2023
Prediction 1st ODI: New Zealand Tour to Pakistan 2023
After the T20 series, the time has come for the 5-match ODI series between Pakistan and New Zealand. 1st and 2nd ODI will be played on April 27 at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi. National Stadium, Karachi, will host the rest of the three matches. The match will begin at 3:3 in the evening.
The T20 series was exceptionally refreshing. Pakistan won the first two matches of the series. For the 3rd time, New Zealand won the T20. The fourth match ended in a draw due to rain. In the last game, New Zealand won to level the series at 2-2.
In this ODI series, Pakistan is led by Babar Azam, while New Zealand is led by Tom Latham. It is to be reminded that Kane Williamson got injured while playing for IPL this month. He might miss this World Cup as well due to his surgery.
Now in this series, both teams will be focused on winning the series and getting ready for the ODI World Cup. The mega event will take place later this year in October.
Expected Performers
From Pakistan, Babar Azam and Rizwan both are in great form. They can make a big difference in the batting. Meanwhile, Shaheen and Haris beat the opponent’s batters.
Finn Allen and Chapman (if played) from New Zealand) will beat the bowlers, and Matt Henry will do his part with the ball.
1st ODI Pitch Report: Pak vs. NZ
There have been few matches played at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. The pitch has supported both the toss winner and loser equally, with 12 out of 24 batting first and the same later.
Also, the pitch provides an equal chance for both bowlers and batters to display their skills. We have seen this in T20 matches as well. So toss winning will only matter for the teams if the last time reading of the pitch by the captain of both teams.
Expected Squads PAK vs. NZ 1st ODI
Pakistan: Mohammad Rizwan, Fakhar Zaman, Imam-ul-Haq, Babar Azam, Imad Wasim, Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Hasan Ali, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf
New Zealand: Tom Latham, Finn Allen, Rachin Ravindra, Will Young, Henry Nicholls, Daryl, Colin, Cole McConchie, Ajaz Patel, Henry, Hamish Bennett
Prediction 1st ODI: New Zealand Tour to Pakistan 2023
Considering the team and player-to-player analysis, pitch report, history, and statistics of both teams, it is predicted that Pakistan will win the 1st ODI with a ratio of 59:41.
Match Details: New Zealand tour to Pakistan, 2023
- Pak vs NZ, 1st ODI
- 3:00 PM, April 27, 2023
- Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
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