New Zealand and Pakistan are set to clash in the third T20I of the five-match series at Eden Park, Auckland on March 21, 2025. New Zealand currently leads the series 2-0 after dominating performances in the first two matches. With a victory in this match, the Kiwis can seal the series, while Pakistan will be desperate to stay alive.
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Match Details – NZ vs PAK 3rd T20I 2025
| Match | New Zealand vs Pakistan, 3rd T20I |
| Venue | Eden Park, Auckland |
| Date & Time | Friday, March 21, 2025, 11:45 AM (IST) |
| Live Streaming | Sony Sports Network & FanCode App |
| Series Status | NZ Leads 2-0 |
NZ vs PAK Toss Prediction
Toss plays a crucial role in Eden Park, Auckland, as teams batting first have had the most success in T20Is at this venue. Given past trends, New Zealand is likely to win the toss and opt to bat first to capitalize on the batting-friendly conditions.
Pak elected to bowl first. at 12:28 PM
| Toss Analysis | New Zealand | Pakistan |
|---|---|---|
| Last 10 Toss Wins | 7 | 4 |
| Toss Success at Home | 70% | 40% |
| Likely Toss Winner | New Zealand |
Prediction: New Zealand to win the toss and opt to bat first.
NZ vs PAK Match Prediction
Current Form & Team Performance
- New Zealand has completely dominated Pakistan in the first two matches. Their batting has been strong, with Finn Allen and Tim Seifert providing explosive starts.
- Pakistan, on the other hand, has struggled to adapt to the conditions. Their batting has been inconsistent, and their bowling attack has failed to contain New Zealand’s aggressive top order.
- Head-to-Head in Last 5 Matches: NZ – 4 wins, PAK – 1 win
Recent Match Performances
| Teams | Last 5 Matches |
|---|---|
| New Zealand | W, W, L, W, W |
| Pakistan | L, L, L, L, L |
Pitch Report – Eden Park, Auckland
The pitch at Eden Park is batting-friendly, with short square boundaries allowing for high-scoring matches. However, spinners might get some assistance later in the game.
| Pitch Analysis | Details |
|---|---|
| Average 1st Innings Score | 180+ |
| Batting Conditions | Excellent |
| Bowling Support | Medium Pace & Spin |
| Winning Strategy | Bat First & Set a High Target |
Expected Score:
- If New Zealand bats first: 180-200 runs
- If Pakistan bats first: 150-170 runs
Predicted Playing XIs
New Zealand (NZ) Expected XI
- Tim Seifert
- Finn Allen
- Mark Chapman
- Daryl Mitchell
- James Neesham
- Mitchell Hay (wk)
- Michael Bracewell (c)
- Zakary Foulkes
- Ben Sears
- Ish Sodhi
- Jacob Duffy
Pakistan (PAK) Expected XI
- Mohammad Haris (wk)
- Hasan Nawaz/Omair Yousuf
- Salman Agha (c)
- Irfan Khan
- Shadab Khan
- Abdul Samad
- Khushdil Shah
- Jahandad Khan
- Shaheen Afridi
- Haris Rauf
- Mohammad Ali
Key Players to Watch
New Zealand
- Finn Allen – Explosive opener, scored 38 off 16 balls in the last match.
- Tim Seifert – Aggressive top-order batter, played a match-winning knock in the 2nd T20I.
- Ben Sears & Jacob Duffy – Crucial wicket-takers in the series so far.
Pakistan
- Salman Agha – Played a responsible knock of 46 in the previous match.
- Shaheen Afridi – Needs to regain his wicket-taking ability after poor performances.
- Haris Rauf – The only consistent performer with the ball.
Match Winning Prediction
| Team Strengths | New Zealand | Pakistan |
|---|---|---|
| Batting | ✅ Strong & Aggressive | ❌ Struggling & Inconsistent |
| Bowling | ✅ Effective & Disciplined | ❌ Leaking Runs |
| Fielding | ✅ Sharp | ❌ Below Average |
| Home Advantage | ✅ Yes | ❌ No |
| Winning Prediction | New Zealand | ❌ Pakistan |
Final Prediction:
- New Zealand to win the match and seal the series 3-0.
- Pakistan needs a big turnaround in batting and bowling to stay alive in the series.
Final Verdict: NZ vs PAK 3rd T20I Prediction
- Toss Winner: New Zealand
- Match Winner: New Zealand
- Man of the Match Prediction: Finn Allen / Tim Seifert
- Winning Margin: New Zealand to win by 20+ runs or 5+ wickets
Pakistan will have to show drastic improvement to challenge New Zealand, but given the current form and home conditions, New Zealand is the strong favorite to win today’s match.
