Pakistan vs New Zealand 2nd ODI Match Prediction – Who will win today's match between PAK vs NZ?

Following the win for hosts in the first ODI contest at the National Bank Arena in Karachi, Pakistan will lock horns with New Zealand in the second of the three-match series at the same venue on January 11.

Check out: Pakistan (PAK) vs New Zealand (NZ) 2nd ODI Live Score

The Men in Green have the lead in the series and will be on the lookout to clinch the series with another result in their favour in the forthcoming ODI. The BlackCaps did not seem to play their natural game in the previous contest and were dominated by the hosts both with the bat and with the ball.

The upcoming 50-over contest will be a crucial one for the Kiwis if they want to keep any hopes alive of staying on level terms in the series.

Match Details

Venue: National Bank Arena, Karachi

Date & Time: January 11, 3:00 PM IST

Telecast & Live Streaming: Sony Sports Network and SonyLiv App

Pitch Report

The spinners are likely to come into play as the match progresses as it offers some assistance at Karachi. However, pacers too could get movement with the new ball although not much seam movement is expected off the pitch towards the latter half of the match. Due to this, either skipper winning the toss may elect to field first.

Predicted Playing XIs for PAK vs NZ

Pakistan (PAK):

Fakhar Zaman, Imam-ul-Haq, Babar Azam (c), Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Haris Sohail, Agha Salman, Mohammad Nawaz, Usama Mir, Mohammad Wasim Jr, Naseem Shah, Haris Rauf

New Zealand (NZ):

Finn Allen, Devon Conway, Kane Williamson (c), Tom Latham (wk), Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner, Henry Shipley, Tim Southee, Lockie Ferguson

Pakistan (PAK) vs New Zealand (NZ) Head-to-Head

Overall

Matches- 108, Pakistan – 56, New Zealand – 48, N/R- 3, Tied- 1

In Pakistan

Matches- 21, Pakistan – 18, New Zealand – 3, N/R- 0, Tied- 0

Probable Best Performers from PAK vs NZ

Probable best batter: Mohammad Rizwan

Mohammad Rizwan displayed fine shots in the previous contest which got him 77 runs from 86 balls. The batter will aim to produce another good innings in the upcoming match and very much has the potential to carve out innings like the previous one.

Probable best bowler: Naseem Shah

The Player of the contest in the previous innings, Naseem Shah seemed unstoppable with the ball. The pacer racked up a fifer (5/57) in his stipulated 10 overs. Naseem will be on the lookout to not only hand the breakthroughs but also restrict the visitors from scoring big.

Today’s Match Prediction: Pakistan to win the match

Check out: PAK vs NZ My Dream11 Team

Disclaimer: This prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.

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