PAK vs NZ 3rd T20 Match Prediction & Betting Tips
Pakistan could potentially seize the five-match T20I series against New Zealand on Monday when the two teams lock horns at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore yet again. While the Babar Azam-led squad has outplayed the Kiwis both with the bat as well with the ball in both the T20I games we have witnessed so far, it will be interesting to see if the inexperienced away side is able to bridge the gap. For which, let us take a detailed look at the predicted playing XI, team news, weather report, and more.
Pakistan saw both of their marquee openers thrash the entire bowling lineup of New Zealand to redeem themselves in the 2nd T20 game. While Rizwan scored a half-century, Babar Azam led from the front to score a ton off just 58 balls to help the home side reach a score of 190+ on a track that has supported the fast bowlers.
New Zealand came up short by 38 runs in the second T20I despite Mark Chapman scoring a blistering half-century. Except for Rachin Ravindra, none of their other bowlers managed to keep their economy under 7 runs per over. Rather four of their bowlers had an economy rate of 9 runs or more.
Pakistan vs New Zealand 3rd T20 Match Live Streaming
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PAK vs NZ Match Toss Prediction
Batsman did get the required assistance on this flat track only when they were able to spend some time on this given wickets. The captain winning the toss is most likely to bat first.
PAK vs NZ Pitch Report
At Gaddafi Stadium Pitch, while the fast bowlers will get lateral movement from the surface, batsmen will be required to take their time to settle in. While fast bowlers will get ball to swing both ways, especially in the early overs.
Lahore Weather Report
Humidity is predicted to peak around 31% during the match hours whereas the sky is clear with the temperature ranging from 35 to 27 degrees.
Read on for team previews, betting tips, latest odds, and match prediction for Pakistan vs New Zealand 3rd T20 Match 2023
Pakistan Team News & Playing 11
PAK Team News
While both Fakhar Zaman and Saim Ayub failed to open their accounts in the previous game, Pakistan is highly unlikely to make any changes in their starting XI with a chance of sealing the series. This means Ihsanullah, Mohammad Haris, and Naseem Shah could once again be placed on the bench as well.
PAK Key Players
- Imad Wasim: Not only did Imad smash 33 runs on a strike rate of 173 but even bowled terrifically well with the new ball, taking 1 wicket in 3 overs, and giving 19 runs.
- Babar Azam: Getting his confidence back, Babar Azam smashed a terrific century. Given how well he understood the strategy to stay longer at the wicket, Azam will be key in the home side ramping the series up on Monday.
- Haris Rauf: Having taken 7 wickets in the first two games against the Kiwis, Rauf has not established himself as the most lethal bowler but has even given timely and much-required wickets in the middle overs to PAK.
- Mohammad Rizwan: Rizwan has been very consistent in the T20 format and he scored a valuable fifty at a strike rate of 147.06 in the last match and was involved in 99 runs partnership with captain Babar Azam.
PAK Team Form
They are currently on a 3-game winning streak wherein their last victory came in a comforting fashion by 38 runs at the same venue in Lahore.
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Pakistan Predicted Playing 11
Iftikhar Ahmed, Shadab Khan, Faheem Ashraf, Imad Wasim, Mohammad Rizwan (Wk), Babar Azam (C), Fakhar Zaman, Haris Rauf, Saim Ayub, Zaman Khan, Shaheen Afridi
New Zealand Team News & Playing 11
NZ Team News
Given the limited options available for the Kiwis on the bench, they surely have their best XI on the field. However, after Will Young failed to deliver, he could well be replaced by Dane Cleaver. Moreover, Blair Ticker could be given a chance in place of Benjamin Lister.
NZ Key Players
- Mark Chapman: After scoring a solid unbeaten half-century in the second T20I, Chapman could well be motivated to lead the batting unit especially after Will Young and Chad Bowes have failed to build on their positive starts.
- Rachin Ravindra: He bowled 4 overs, took a wicket, and even gave just 22 runs. Showcasing how well spinners can be economical on this track which offers no assistance to slow bowlers.
- Tom Latham: The captain has failed to score well in the first two T20Is, not being able to tackle the Pakistani fast bowlers. If NZ is to register their first win of this series on Monday, Latham will be required to score big.
- Henry Shipley: He was expensive in the first outing of the series but has done well for the national team and can be backed to be among the wickets again on this wicket. He is also a handy batsman to have in the team.
NZ Team Form
After their most recent loss against PAk by 38 runs, Kiwis are currently on a two-game losing streak. Moreover, they have gone on to lose 3 games (including a Super Over loss) in their last five games.
New Zealand Predicted Playing 11
Tom Latham (C) (Wk), Chad Bowes, Dane Cleaver, Daryl Mitchell, Mark Chapman, James Neesham, Rachin Ravindra, Cole McConchie, Henry Shipley, Matt Henry, Blair Tickner
Pakistan vs New Zealand Head to Head
After their most recent win via 38 runs, Pakistan is currently on a 4-game winning streak against New Zealand. None of these four games have been close as the Asian side has won all of them dominantly. NZ’s last win against PAK was by 9 wickets and 23 balls remaining in October 2022.
PAK vs NZ Head to Head Stats in T20
| |
Matches Played |
PAK Won |
NZ Won |
Tie |
No Result |
| Overall |
31 |
20 |
11 |
0 |
0 |
| Last 5 |
5 |
4 |
1 |
0 |
0 |
Pakistan vs New Zealand Betting Odds
The bookmakers have clearly sided with Pakistan after the first two T20Is. Now, it seems like the majority is hoping for the home side to wrap this series in Lahore on Monday. The betting odds for Pakistan are 1.44 whereas New Zealand’s are at 3.43.
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Who will win Pakistan vs New Zealand 3rd T20 Match?
The batting order of Pakistan seems to be in fine form as the Kiwis' bowlers have struggled throughout the first two games. Moreover, with the home team’s opening pair coming to form, Pakistan is more likely to take a 3-0 lead on Monday.
🏆 Pakistan vs New Zealand Prediction
Given how exponential Haris Rauf has been with the ball, the Kiwis' batting lineup has failed to make their presence felt. Whereas now even Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan came back to form only means that the away side will be required to chase or set big totals. This is just why we predict Pakistan to beat New Zealand once again at Gaddafi Stadium to take a 3-0 lead.
Apr 17, 2023
23:30 IST / 18:00 GMT
Gaddafi Stadium - Lahore, Pakistan
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