PAK vs NZ 4th T20 Match Prediction & Betting Tips
After being manhandled by the home side in the first T20Is, New Zealand bounced back in epic fashion to inch past Pakistan in the third T20I to register their first win on Asian soil. Ahead of this highly-staked 4th encounter at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium where either the series gets equalized or Pakistan wraps up a huge series win against a young Kiwi side, let us take a detailed look at the predicted playing XI, team news, weather forecast, pitch report, and much more.
Pakistan seemed destined to clinch the T20I series in epic fashion under James Neesham held his nerve until the very end. The home side, who lost both its openers within the first 4 overs, fought hammer and toe until the last over after which they eventually lost the game by 4 runs.
New Zealand finally had their captain firing from the very top. Moreover, their fast bowlers stepped up in clutch time to take 6 wickets in Karachi. Not only did their veterans lead from the front but the likes of Rachin Ravindra contributed significantly well by taking 2 wickets in 3 overs to help bring the series to 2-1.
Pakistan vs New Zealand 4th T20 Match Live Streaming
TV channels: Live telecast can be watched on the Sony Sports Network
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PAK vs NZ Match Toss Prediction
Given that we expect the weather to be cloudy, both captains will be looking to field first as the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium’s pitch offers more assistance to the bowlers early on.
PAK vs NZ Pitch Report
The match at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium could well be a low-scoring contest as the batsmen will face the difficulty of the ball swinging and turning even in the latter overs.
Rawalpindi Weather Report
There are light showers being expected during the day and possibly during the match hours as well. The temperature will be around 22 to 34 degrees with humidity peaking at 29%.
Read on for team previews, betting tips, latest odds, and match prediction for Pakistan vs New Zealand 4th T20 Match 2023
Pakistan Team News & Playing 11
PAK Team News
The experiment of playing Naseem Shah ahead of Insanullah surely did not work for the home side, which could just be the change we witness in the starting XI of the 4th T20I. Moreover, despite Imad Wasim failing miserably to contribute with both the bat and bowl, he is unlikely to be replaced in the clutch contest.
PAK Key Players
- Babar Azam - The importance of both the openers is clear at this point. Having scored team-high 111 runs in this series so far, Azam will be expected to lead his batting unit in the upcoming contest.
- Iftikhar Ahmed - As we witnessed in the 3rd T20I, Ahmed has the potential to smash the opposition bowling unit in the death overs. Moreover, he is on the back of a highly-impressive half-century and will be itching to come in earlier to bat in the next game.
- Haris Rauf - Being the best bowler for Pakistan in this series, Rauf is on the back of 2 wickets entering the 4th game.
PAK Team Form
Being on a 3-game winning streak, Pakistan saw themselves fall short by just 4 runs as NZ stormed their way back into the series with the score now being at 2-1 heading into Rawalpindi.
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Pakistan Predicted Playing 11
Iftikhar Ahmed, Shaheen Afridi, Imad Wasim, Mohammad Rizwan (Wk), Babar Azam (C), Fakhar Zaman, Haris Rauf, Ihsanullah, Saim Ayub, Faheem Ashraf, Shadab Khan
New Zealand Team News & Playing 11
NZ Team News
With Adam Milne and Matt Henry playing the perfect role with the new ball, it is highly unlikely that Tom Latham opts for Henry Shipley in his starting XI for the 4th T20I.
NZ Key Players
- James Neesham - Being one of the most experienced all-rounders in this Kiwi side, Neesham will be expected to replicate his form with the ball. However, Neesham would want to concede a lot fewer runs after being smashed for 38 in the 3rd T20I.
- Tom Latham - We have just witnessed the importance of Latham staying for a longer duration on the pitch. Not only did the Kiwi captain score a half-century but even helped the away side reach a score of 160+ on a tough wicket.
- Rachin Ravindra - While many might not notice, Rachin has been the unsung hero for the Kiwi side in the last game. Not only did he take 2 crucial wickets but even gave just 28 runs on a track that had no assistance for the spinners. Even Ish Sodhi played a huge role, conceding mere 11 runs in 3 overs.
NZ Team Form
After being trashed in the first two T20Is by Pakistan, New Zealand finally held onto their nerves to register a 4-run victory to end their losing skid.
New Zealand Predicted Playing 11
Tom Latham (C) (Wk), Benjamin Lister, Mark Chapman, Matt Henry, Adam Milne, Ish Sodhi, Will Young, Rachin Ravindra, Chad Bowes, James Neesham, Daryl Mitchell
Pakistan vs New Zealand Head to Head
Pakistan was on a 4-game winning streak against NZ until the latter team beat them by 4 overs int he 3rd T20I. However, in the head-to-head record, it is the home team who has sealed 20 wins as compared to Kiwis’ 12 against the same opposition.
PAK vs NZ Head to Head Stats in T20
| |
Matches Played |
PAK Won |
NZ Won |
Tie |
No Result |
| Overall |
32 |
20 |
12 |
0 |
0 |
| Last 5 |
5 |
4 |
1 |
0 |
0 |
Pakistan vs New Zealand Betting Odds
While New Zealand might have inched past Pakistan to win the 3rd T20I, it seems like the bookmakers are favoring the home side to clinch the series in Rawalpindi. Pakistan has a betting odd of 1.90 as compared to New Zealand’s 2.40.
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Who will win Pakistan vs New Zealand 4th T20 Match?
Both teams have quality batsmen at their disposal but given the nature of this wicket, it seems like the fast bowlers are going to have more impact to decide the winners. The home side led by Haris Rauf surely holds the forefront on this aspect.
🏆 Pakistan vs New Zealand Prediction
While the betting odds support Pakistan, we predict that New Zealand is going to win this contest to set up a banter on April 24. While Azam, Rizwan, Iftikhar, Saim Ayub, and Fakhar are solid batsmen available at the disposal of the home team yet we expect Milne, Neesham, and Sodhi to have a large impact on this game. Moreover, with this game favoring the bowlers, Haris Rauf too will have to continue his dominance if Pakistan is to seal the series. Moreover, we expect Tom Latham to play another significant innings against PAK in Rawalpindi.
Apr 20, 2023
21:30 IST / 16:00 GMT
Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium - Rawalpindi, Pakistan
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