ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8, Match 41: NZ vs PAK, weather report, stadium stats and predicted playing XIs

New Zealand will take on Pakistan in Match 41 of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Super Eight stage on February 21 at R. Premadasa Stadium.  With the semifinals on the line, this match would be tightly contested between two powerful teams.

Pakistan are much more confident going into this game, having improved in the group stage. Their bowling attack, especially the spinners, has played an important role in their success. The batting lineup has begun to find its rhythm at the right time. New Zealand, however, have been relentless in their consistency across the tournament. Their top order has given steady starts, and their bowlers have done well in pressure moments. They have been very impressive so far with just one defeat, they will be hoping to continue that strong momentum into the Super Eight. Both teams are aiming for semifinal place.

NZ vs PAK: Weather Report

The weather will be cloudy and humid with a 60% chance of rain during the match. Since it is an evening match, the conditions should feel warm and pleasant. With the sky mostly clear, the temperature will fluctuate from 21 to 25°C.

NZ vs PAK: R. Premadasa Stadium Stats (T20Is)

• Matches played: 52
• Average first-innings score: 151
• Average second-innings score: 132
• Teams winning batting first: 46%
• Teams winning bowling first: 52%
• Highest total: 215/5
• Lowest total: 80/10
• Highest chase: 215/5
• Lowest total defended: 115/6

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NZ vs PZK: Predicted Playing XIs

New Zealand (NZ):

Mitchell Santner (c), Rachin Ravindra, Tim Seifert (wk), James Neesham, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Finn Allen, Jacob Duffy, Glenn Phillips, Matt Henry, Kyle Jamieson

Pakistan (PAK):

Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Babar Azam, Usman Khan (wk), Salman Agha (c), Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Shaheen Afridi, Usman Tariq, Faheem Ashraf, Abrar Ahmed