New Zealand vs Pakistan Preview: Team News & Prediction | Tri-Nation Series Final
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After recording the highest successful run chase in their ODI history, Pakistan return to Karachi for a showdown with unbeaten New Zealand in this tri-nation final.
Date/Time: Friday February 14th 2025: USA PT – 1:00am / USA ET – 4:00am / UK – 9:00am
Venue: National Bank Cricket Arena, Karachi, New Zealand
Weather: Extremely hot with plenty of sunshine and temperatures of up to 32c.
How to watch on TV: UK – ARY Digital / US – Willow TV
How to watch online: UK – ARY Digital / US – Willow TV
New Zealand Betting Analysis
Whilst it may be starting to appear repetitive, batter Kane Williamson continues to score runs and make it very difficult for bettors to ignore him when it comes to weighing up what moves to make for this final. Williamson has piled up 191 runs across the tri-series so far, accumulating scores of 58 and an incredible 133 not out against South Africa last time out, leading the Black Caps home by six wickets. Back Williamson to pick up where he left off in that one and acquire another half-century score or higher here.
Pakistan Betting Analysis
Each of Pakistan’s two matches so far has seen opener Fakhar Zaman get them off to a fast start, with differing outcomes. His 84 from 69 balls against New Zealand last time out came in a losing effort, but his 41 from 28 balls vs South Africa set the tone for an eventual winning chase of 353, a record for Pakistan in ODI cricket. With that in mind, back Zaman to pass 30+ runs for the third straight game across this tri-series.
New Zealand vs Pakistan Expert Prediction
Another high-scoring contest appears likely on the batting paradise that is Karachi. Both teams are capable of huge totals as they’ve already shown during the tri-series. However, New Zealand are a more consistent outfit and less prone to collapses. That makes them the team worth backing to complete a 100% record over the course of this short tournament.
New Zealand vs Pakistan Tip: New Zealand to win
