PAK vs NZ Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, and Injury Update of 19th match between Pakistan and New Zealand of ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.
PAK vs NZ 19th T20I ICC T20 World Cup 2021 Match Preview:
The 19th match, Group 2 of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, 2021, will be played between Pakistan and New Zealand at the venue of Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah on Tuesday.
New Zealand will begin their T20 World Cup campaign against Pakistan, who beat India by 10 wickets on Sunday. The chaos surrounding New Zealand’s abandoned tour of Pakistan, at the very last moment, will add another layer of intrigue to the contest. Both teams will be keen to make it to the semi-finals, with the outcome of the game likely to go a long way in deciding who makes the cut. With some of the best T20 players in Babar Azam and Lockie Ferguson taking to the field, a cracking contest beckons in Sharjah.
PAK vs NZ 19th T20I ICC T20 World Cup 2021 Match Details:
Venue: Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah
Date & Time: 26th Oct, at 07:30 PM IST
Live Score: CricketAddictor
PAK vs NZ 19th T20I ICC T20 World Cup 2021 Match Pitch Report:
As seen in previous games, bowlers are expected to dominate the proceedings at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium. The batters will need to bide their time in the middle with runscoring being a tad more difficult than usual. Apart from a hint of movement off the surface, the bowlers will look to take the pace off to make the most of the conditions. Wickets in hand will be key with both teams looking to bat first upon winning the toss. 140-150 should be par at the venue with dew likely to play a part in the second half of the match.
PAK vs NZ 19th T20I ICC T20 World Cup 2021 Match Probable Playing XIs:
PAK: Babar Azam (c), Mohammad Rizwan, Fakhar Zaman, Haider Ali/Asif Ali, Shoaib Malik, Mohammad Hafeez, Shadab Khan, Imad Wasim, Haris Rauf, Hasan Ali, Shaheen Shah Afridi
NZ: Tim Seifert (wk), Martin Guptill, Kane Williamson (c), Devon Conway, Glenn Phillips, James Neesham, Mitchell Santner, Tim Southee, Lockie Ferguson, Trent Boult, Ish Sodhi
Top Picks for PAK vs NZ Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
PAK
Babar Azam smashed 68 runs off 52 balls with six fours and two sixes. His experience and skill makes him a top pick for this match. He can do some serious damage if he gets going.
Mohammad Rizwan came out and whacked it in their last match, He played a crucial knock of 79 off 55 deliveries. He is a man in-form and can play the same kind of inning in the upcoming game. He can reap rewards for your team.
Veteran cricketer Mohammad Hafeez’s experience will definitely come into play in this match. He didn’t do well in the last couple of warm-up matches, but will still be a good pick for your fantasy teams. He has mustered 2429 runs and has also picked up 60 wickets in this T20I career.
Shadab Khan was one of the most economical bowlers among both sides in the last match and he picked up 1 wicket in the match. With the best figures of 1 for 22, He would be pumped up for another performance in this game.
Shaheen Afridi gave an outstanding bowling performance in the last match picking up 3 wickets for 31 runs. He is a key bowler for his team. His variations, and perfect executions at the death over make him the death over specialist in Pakistan bowling unit.
Hasan Ali took 2 wicket in the last game. Pakistan will look at him to deliver again in this game and be a factor out here.
Haris Rauf looks in good rhythm after picking up 1 wicket in the last match at just 6.25 runs per over. He can be trusted to pick regular wickets.
NZ
Martin Guptill was the top run-scorer for his side with 71 runs at an average of 35.50 and a strike rate of 177.50 in the ICC T20 World Cup Warm-up matches.
Kane Williamson might not be in his regular touch this year but he is just too good to be ignored. The New Zealand skipper will bat at number three and will look to get his team to a good start here.
James Neesham can contribute from both fronts and will hold the key in the middle order of New Zealand. He had a good couple of games with the ball in the second leg of IPL 2021 as well.
Lockie Ferguson was one of the reasons why Kolkata Knight Riders did well in the second leg of the IPL 2021. The pacer returned with 13 wickets at an economy rate of 7.46.
Mitchell Santner was one of the most impactful bowlers for New Zealand in the warm up matches with 3 wickets in 2 games. He will hope to continue his excellent form in this upcoming match as well.
Trent Boult needs no introduction at all. The Kiwi pacer might return expensive but is likely to pick up a wicket or two early in the innings. He has 46 wickets from his 34 T20I matches.
PAK vs NZ ICC T20 World Cup 2021 Must Picks for Dream11 Team Prediction:
| Player | Statistics (Last 5 matches) | Dream11 Points |
| Martin Guptill | 178 runs | 18, 130, 58, 37, 69 |
| Kane Williamson | 82 runs | 26, 85, 15, 18, 2 |
| Trent Boult | 7 wickets | 54, 4, 29, 71, 72 |
| Babar Azam | 119 runs | 125, 47, 24, 71, 100 |
| Mohammad Rizwan | 125 runs | 50, 101, 20, 60, 121 |
| Shaheen Shah Afridi | 5 wickets | 39, 4, 10, 27, 99 |
PAK vs NZ ICC T20 World Cup 2021 Captain and Vice-Captain Choices:
Captain – Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan
Vice-Captain – Shaheen Shah Afridi, Kane Williamson
Suggested Playing XI No.1 for PAK vs NZ Dream11 Team:
Wicketkeeper- Mohammad Rizwan
Batsmen- Martin Guptill, Fakhar Zaman, Babar Azam(c)
All-Rounders- Shadab Khan, Mohammad Hafeez, James Neesham
Bowlers- Hasan Ali, Shaheen Shah Afridi(vc), Trent Boult, Ish Sodhi
Suggested Playing XI No.2 for PAK vs NZ Dream11 Team:
Wicketkeeper- Mohammad Rizwan(c)
Batsmen- Kane Williamson(vc), Glenn Phillips, Babar Azam
All-Rounders- Shadab Khan, Mohammad Hafeez, James Neesham
Bowlers- Haris Rauf, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Lockie Ferguson, Ish Sodhi
PAK vs NZ 19th T20I ICC T20 World Cup 2021 Match Probable Winner:
Pakistan is expected to win this match of ICC T20 World Cup.
Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.