PAK vs NZ 1st Match, Match Prediction- Who Will Win Today?

The ODI Tri-series is now a forgotten format. Once, it was a fixture in the calendars for most sides allowing teams to get a chance at playing in mini-tournaments, taking each other on more often. Now, the three sides get a chance to expose themselves to Pakistan conditions with the Champions Trophy set to begin soon.

PAK vs NZ Match Details

Date: February 8th, 2025

Time:  2:30 PM IST

Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

PAK vs NZ Weather Report

Occasional showers have been around but the weather should be nice, clean and dewy.

PAK vs NZ Pitch Report

Lahore's nature is yet to be seen but with dew likely batting second could be a better way to start the tournament.

PAK vs NZ Predicted Playing XI

NZ Playing XI

Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra, Kane Williamson, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Tom Latham, Mitchell Santner, Matt Henry, Lockie Ferguson. Mark Chapman, Nathan Smith/ Will O Rourkee

PAK Playing XI

Fakhar Zaman, Usman Khan, Babar Azam, Saud Shakeel, Mohammad Rizwan, Salman Agha, Tayyab Tahir, Abrar Ahmed, Naseem Shah, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Haris Rauf

Key Players

Fakhar Zaman

After his fall-out with the board, Fakhar Zaman gets a chance in the side again. His ability is well known with the bat and he could provide the impetus they need upfront if he gets going.

Matt Henry

With Southee and Boult out of the picture and through with their careers Matt Henry will have a chance to grab the spotlights. He knows how to make the new-ball talk better than anyone and is growing with the older one too.

PAK vs NZ Match Tips

Recent ODI form has been pretty good for Pakistan. They are also finding ways to strengthen their home advantage.

Match Prediction: Pakistan Will Win The Match