New Zealand and Pakistan boast an enviable cricketing rivalry, with both sides winning many matches against one another both Test and ODI formats. New Zealand have historically prevailed, as evidenced by numerous victories by their Black Caps against Pakistan’s Green Shirts.
Next month, these two teams will meet again for a five-match T20 series. Here is everything you need to know about it.
New Zealand vs Pakistan
New Zealand and Pakistan share one of the world’s fiercest cricket rivalries, renowned for both teams’ talent. Matches between them are always exciting and entertaining to watch – both countries’ long history of competitive games has also raised their profile on an international stage; their playstyle often reflects distinct cultures and traditions in cricket.
New Zealand is well known for its discipline and focus on strategic planning, while Pakistan stands out with its flair and unpredictability. Their matchups often produce dramatic and high-scoring affairs that add significantly to cricketing history.
Pakistan is an unpredictable team with some of the fastest bowlers in world cricket and an outstanding batsmen who can quickly amass huge scores, as well as being highly unpredictable. Of their 116 matches played against New Zealand so far in ODIs, 51 have ended in victories for New Zealand while 31 resulted in draws.
Head-to-Head Record
New Zealand and Pakistan have faced off since 1955 in various forms, clashing 171 times across all formats. Their intense rivalry showcases both skill and passion that keeps fans enthralled with each match they encounter; from World Cup clashes to Test series matches – each encounter provides memorable moments, debate and controversy!
New Zealand have an impressive winning record against Pakistan’s Greenshirts in T20Is, winning 19 out of 44 matches played against them in T20. Mark Chapman made history when he scored an unbeaten knock of 87 runs to help New Zealand cruise to a win at Rawalpindi last November. Pakistan have only managed three victories out of 8 against them since T20Is started.
New Zealand and Pakistan currently stand neck-and-neck in One Day Internationals (ODIs), but New Zealand holds a slight edge thanks to their success against each other: New Zealand has won 24 out of 38 ODIs against each other while Pakistan have only managed 10 wins out of 39 attempts against each other. Both teams will meet again for another series that starts January 29.
New Zealand have an excellent Test record against Pakistan, winning 21 out of their 40 meetings. Kane Williamson leads New Zealand’s run scoring against them with 667 runs from 22 innings; Trent Boult and Finn Allen also made centuries against Pakistanis while Tim Southee holds the leading wicket-taking record with 23 dismissals for New Zealand bowlers against them.
Matches in ODI
One Day Internationals (ODIs) are a form of limited overs cricket played between two teams of eleven players. At the toss, the winning captain determines whether his side bats or bowls first, with 50 overs available to score as many runs as possible and win as many wickets as possible to claim victory – although these matches typically serve as stand-in series between nations rather than triangular or quadrangular ones.
New Zealand, commonly referred to as the Black Caps, have a distinguished track record in ODI matches and are well known for their stunning fast-paced cricket. Led by all-rounder Corey Anderson – widely regarded as one of the greatest all-rounders worldwide – these Black Caps have won multiple titles over time and remain highly effective opponents.
Pakistan has shown incredible talent, winning multiple ODI matches. Their speedy runs and skillful fielding make them an unpredictable opponent; fast bowlers such as Mohammad Amir and Imad Wasim make scoring difficult while their powerful batsmen quickly add large totals while catchers take breathtaking catches, providing fans with thrilling matches to watch.
Matches in T20
In this format, each team gets 20 overs per innings to bat their innings – making for a fast-paced and high-scoring match, as fielding restrictions in the first six overs encourage aggressive batting.
New Zealand cricket team, commonly referred to as the Black Caps, are one of the most well-rounded in international cricket. Led by Kane Williamson as captain and Tom Latham as wicket-keeper wicket-keeper as well as Glenn Phillips Mark Chapman and Jimmy Neesham as wicketkeeper wicketkeeper-batsmen they are renowned for scoring big quickly whilst defending small totals easily while boasting world-class fast bowlers like Ish Sodhi and Mohammad Amir who make batting difficult for opponents.
New Zealand have experienced great success this year, from reaching their first T20 World Cup final ever with victory over Pakistan to whitewashing Bangladesh across formats in their home season and winning the Chappell-Hadlee Trophy for the first time ever in their 87 year rivalry.
On Saturday at M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, India will take on Pakistan once more in an epic T20 rivalry that has produced thrilling last-over finishes, record-breaking performances and unexpected upsets over time. It promises to be yet another gripping clash between two top teams in T20 cricket. If you want to know more about sports like: football, cricket, kabaddi, polo and many more just follow us: https://sportsbyte.co.uk/
