After facing a humiliating 3-0 loss to England at home, team Pakistan somehow managed to draw the first test against New Zealand on the penultimate day of 2022. Let us look into details on PAK vs NZ 2nd Test Dream 11 Prediction.
Due to poor lighting on Day 5 in Karachi, the first Test of the two-match series between Pakistan and New Zealand ended in a draw.
Prior to the game’s cancellation, New Zealand was 61/1 in the chase of 138, with Tom Latham (35*) and Devon Conway (18*). Imam-ul-Haq scored 96 runs to give Pakistan a 137-run lead, and Sarfaraz Ahmed and Saud Shakeel added 53 and 55* runs, respectively, before declaring their innings at 311/8.
Now both teams are ready to face each other in the second match of the series, starting January 02 at the National Stadium in Karachi.
PAK vs NZ Where to watch
The game between PAK vs NZ will be telecasted on Sony Sports Network. The live streaming of the PAK vs NZ test will be available to watch Sonyliv app.
You can also track live scores and updates on the Stumps and bails website as well.
PAK vs NZ When to Watch
Match: 2nd off 2, New Zealand tour of Pakistan 2022
Date & Time: 02/01/2023 – 06/01/2023 10:30 AM IST
Venue: National Stadium, Karachi
PAK vs NZ Pitch Report
The pitch at Karachi’s National Stadium has historically benefited both batters and bowlers. Pakistan played well in the end to secure a draw against the New Zealand in the most recent game played here.
PAK vs NZ Weather report
According to the forecast, there weather will remain in favour of interruption free match, there are no chances of rain on any five days of the test match.
PAK vs NZ Predicted playing 11
PAK 11
Abdullah Shafique, Imam-ul-Haq, Shan Masood, Babar Azam (c), Saud Shakeel, Sarfaraz Ahmed (wk), Agha Salman, Nauman Ali, Mohammad Wasim Jr, Abrar Ahmed, Mir Hamza
NZ 11
Tom Latham, Devon Conway, Kane Williamson, Henry Nicholls, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Blundell (wk), Michael Bracewell, Tim Southee (c), Ish Sodhi, Neil Wagner, Ajaz Patel
PAK vs NZ Odds
Pakistan: 1.77
New Zealand: 1.88
PAK vs NZ head to head
In 61 test matches, Pakistan and New Zealand team played against each other, team Pakistan claimed success in 25 games, while New Zealand secured victories in 14.
Pakistan: 25
New Zealand: 14
Pakistan Injury/team news
The teams will play to their full potential.
Pakistan probable playing 11
Abdullah Shafique, Imam-ul-Haq, Shan Masood, Babar Azam (c), Saud Shakeel, Sarfaraz Ahmed (wk), Agha Salman, Nauman Ali, Mohammad Wasim Jr, Abrar Ahmed, Mir Hamza
New Zealand Injury/Team news
The teams will play to their full potential.
New Zealand Probable Playing 11
Tom Latham, Devon Conway, Kane Williamson, Henry Nicholls, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Blundell (wk), Michael Bracewell, Tim Southee (c), Ish Sodhi, Neil Wagner, Ajaz Patel
PAK vs NZ: Dream 11 match Top Picks
Batters: Kane Williamson, Tom Latham, Babar Azam, Devon Conway
Top Batter Pick: Kane Williamson
The top batter for your dream 11 team should be the highest run-scorer in the recently concluded first test, who hit a brilliant unbeaten double century in the game.
Top Wicketkeeper: Sarfaraz Ahmed
All-rounders: Agha Salman, Michael Bracewell, Daryll Mitchell
Top All-rounder Pick: Michael Bracewell
The in-form Michael Bracewell has bagged 4 wickets in the first test.
Top Bowlers: Tim Southee, Ish Sodhi, Abrar Ahmed
Top Bowler Pick: Ish Sodhi
The most dangerous bowler for the hosts, who claimed 8 wickets in the first test, may also be a dangerous bowler in the second test too as the game is on same venue.
PAK vs NZ: captain and vice-captain picks:
Captain: Babar Azam
Babar Azam, who has scored a staggering 175 runs in the first test with the help a stunning century, is expected to dominate in the second test as well. He would make the ideal captain for your dream team 11.
Vice-Captain: Kane Williamson
The highest run-scorer in the series, will try to keep up the confidence, deserved to be the Vice-Captain of your dream 11 team.
***Disclaimer: The cricket match predictions are based on our analysis and they do not promise fixed results. All the information is published in good faith and for general information purposes only***
