The Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore is all set to host Pakistan and New Zealand for the final time in the ongoing series. Both teams will face each other in the PAK vs NZ 5th T20I match on Saturday, April 27.
Visiting Kiwis lead the PAK vs NZ T20I series 2-1 after four games. If they win the last meeting, they will win the series. Pakistan has no chance of winning the series and can only level it with a win in the last game. Below is the prediction for PAK vs NZ 5th T20I 2024.
PAK vs NZ team analysis
Pakistan
Babar Azam Leads Pakistan in PAK vs NZ T20I series. Pakistan won the opening match by seven wickets thanks to their brilliant bowling show. However, they lost the next two games. Pakistan has a stronger squad than New Zealand. However, their teamwork failed in both the chase and defense.
New Zealand
Michael Bracewell is the captain of New Zealand in the PAK vs NZ T20I series. New Zealand has a second squad made up of young players and debutants. However, they showed amazing efforts to dominate their opponents in the series.
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PAH vs NZ Key Factors
Pitch conditions
The Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore is considered a paradise for batters. The playing field is flat and offers bounce. Therefore, the batters dominate the bowlers in the stadium. Pacers have more advantages than spinners.
The previous game also took place at the same stadium and both teams easily accumulated over 170 shots. However, the pitch has helped both batters and bowlers in the ongoing series.
Form and fitness
Mohammad Rizwan and Irfan Khan have been left out of the PAK squad and will miss the final game. New Zealand have had no new injuries after their first four games.
Tactical acumen
Pakistan- All key players are available for the series. You have the home advantage. Babar Azam is a powerful skipper with a lot of leadership experience. These are some of the home team’s strengths.
New Zealand- Michael Bracewell has less experience as captain but New Zealand relied on their teamwork to outdo Pakistan. They have new bowlers who are a surprise for the Pakistan team. The Kiwis are missing their key members who are busy in IPL 2024.
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PAK vs NZ result prediction
| team | 1st innings | 2nd innings |
| PAH | 170-190 | 160-180 |
| New Zealand | 170-190 | 170-190 |
Players have to make predictions
Pakistan- Fakhar Zaman, Babar Azam and Saim Ayub are the team’s leading run-getters after the injured Mohammad Rizwan. Abbas Afridi and Shaheen Afridi are the leading wicket-takers of the team.
New Zealand- Mark Chapman and Tim Robinson are the team’s leading run scorers. Isha Sodhi, William ORourke and Michael Bracewell have the most scalps.
PAK vs NZ Best Batsman Prediction
Who will score the most runs for PAK in the match: Fakhar Zaman or Babar Azam
Who will score the most runs for New Zealand in the game: Mark Chapman or Tom Blundell
PAK vs NZ Best Bowler Prediction
Who will pick the most wickets for PAK in the game: Shaheen Afridi or Abbas Afridi
Who will pick the most wickets for New Zealand in the game: William ORourke or Michael Bracewell
Who will win the match?
It is difficult to predict PAK vs NZ 5th T20I result. Interestingly, there are three options. First of all, Pakistan can win the game and level the series. Furthermore, New Zealand can clinch a victory and thereby achieve a wonderful series victory.
The match may also be washed out as there is a high chance of rain in Lahore on Saturday. New Zealand has a perfect opportunity to surpass Pakistan due to leadership and weather conditions. Therefore, they will leave no stone unturned to give their best show.
Diploma
Pakistan is facing a humiliating series defeat at home. In January they suffered a dismal 4-1 defeat against New Zealand. Now they must outplay the Kiwis to maintain their respect on home soil.
Senior members will try to make their mark in the PAK vs NZ 5th T20I match. However, New Zealand are at the top of their confidence with consecutive wins in their last two games.