PAK vs NZ Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Player Stats & Injury Updates For Match 1 of ICC Champions Trophy 2025
Pakistan and New Zealand clash in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 opener, with injuries and high-pressure stakes adding to the challenge.
Pakistan will face New Zealand in the 1st match of ICC Champions Trophy 2025 on 19 February 2025, at National Stadium, Karachi. This article will cover match details, pitch report, playing XI, player stats, Dream11 predictions and fantasy cricket tips for the PAK vs NZ match.
Match Preview
Pakistan will take on New Zealand in the opening match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 at the National Stadium in Karachi on February 19. This will be a rematch of the recent tri-nation series final, where New Zealand defeated Pakistan on February 14.
Pakistan, playing at home, will have the advantage of familiar conditions. However, injuries are a big concern, especially the absence of opener Saim Ayub.
New Zealand also has injury troubles, with key pacer Lockie Ferguson ruled out. In a high-pressure ICC event, one mistake can be costly, and a single defeat could push teams closer to elimination.
PAK vs NZ Match Details
| Match: | Pakistan vs New Zealand, Match 1 |
| Tournament: | ICC Champions Trophy 2025 |
| Date: | 19 February 2025 |
| Time: | 2:30 PM (IST) |
| Venue: | National Stadium, Karachi |
| Live Streaming: | JioHotstar |
| TV Broadcast: | Star Sports Network & Sports 18 |
Also Check: ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Latest News & Updates
Probable Playing XI for PAK vs NZ Match of ICC Champions Trophy 2025
Pakistan
Mohammad Rizwan (Captain & Wicket-keeper), Fakhar Zaman, Babar Azam, Saud Shakeel, Salman Ali Agha, Khushdil Shah, Tayyab Tahir, Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, Abrar Ahmed, Mohammad Hasnain.
New Zealand
Devon Conway, Will Young, Kane Williamson, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Latham (Wicket-keeper), Glenn Phillips, Mitchell Santner (Captain), Michael Bracewell, Nathan Smith, Jacob Duffy, William O’Rourke.
Pitch Report
Sport, playing XI, player stats, and Dream11 predictions for the KKR vs SRH match
PAK vs NZ Head-to-Head Records
- Pakistan Won: 61
- New Zealand: 53
PAK vs NZ Dream11 Prediction Fantasy Dream Team
- Wicket-Keeper: Devon Conway, Mohammad Rizwan
- Batters: Kane Williamson, Daryl Mitchell, Fakhar Zaman
- All-Rounders: Michael Bracewell, Salman Ali Agha, Mitchell Santner, Glenn Phillips
- Bowlers: Matt Henry, Shaheen Afridi
- Captain: Salman Ali Agha
- Vice-Captain: Kane Williamson
PAK vs NZ Match Prediction
Who Will Win Today’s Match?
New Zealand are expected to win this match.
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