The New Zealand tour of Pakistan is an upcoming cricket series that is set to take place in December 2022/2023. This will be the first time that New Zealand has toured Pakistan in over ten years, making it a highly anticipated event for both cricket fans and players alike.
New Zealand tour of Pakistan, 2023
| Date | Match Details | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 26, Mon - Dec 30, Fri | Pakistan vs New Zealand, 1st Test National Stadium, Karachi Match drawn | 9:00 PM (Dec 25) 05:00 AM GMT / 10:00 AM LOCAL |
| Jan 02, Mon - Jan 06, Fri | New Zealand vs Pakistan, 2nd Test National Stadium, Karachi Match drawn | 9:00 PM (Jan 01) 05:00 AM GMT / 10:00 AM LOCAL |
| Jan 09, Mon | Pakistan vs New Zealand, 1st ODI National Stadium, Karachi | 1:30 AM 09:30 AM GMT / 02:30 PM LOCAL |
| Jan 11, Wed | Pakistan vs New Zealand, 2nd ODI National Stadium, Karachi | 1:30 AM 09:30 AM GMT / 02:30 PM LOCAL |
| Jan 13, Fri | Pakistan vs New Zealand, 3rd ODI National Stadium, Karachi | 1:30 AM 09:30 AM GMT / 02:30 PM LOCAL |
Pakistan Test Squad 2023
| Player Names | Responsibility |
|---|---|
| Babar Azam (Captain) | Batsman |
| Abdullah Shafique | Batsman |
| Imam-ul-Haq | Batsman |
| Shan Masood | Batsman |
| Agha Salman | Batting Allrounder |
| Saud Shakeel | Batting Allrounder |
| Kamran Ghulam | Bowling Allrounder |
| Mohammad Nawaz | Bowling Allrounder |
| Mohammad Wasim Jr | Bowling Allrounder |
| Nauman Ali | Bowling Allrounder |
| Mohammad Rizwan (Keeper) | WK-Batsman |
| Sarfaraz Ahmed | WK-Batsman |
| Abrar Ahmed | Bowler |
| Hasan Ali | Bowler |
| Naseem Shah | Bowler |
| Zahid Mahmood | Bowler |
| Mir Hamza | Bowler |
| Sajid Khan | Bowler |
| Shahnawaz Dahani | Bowler |
New Zealand Test Squad 2023
| Player Names | Responsibility |
|---|---|
| Henry Nicholls | Batsman |
| Kane Williamson | Batsman |
| Michael Bracewell | Batting Allrounder |
| Daryl Mitchell | Batting Allrounder |
| Will Young | Batting Allrounder |
| Tom Blundell (Keeper) | WK-Batsman |
| Devon Conway | WK-Batsman |
| Tom Latham | WK-Batsman |
| Glenn Phillips | WK-Batsman |
| Tim Southee (Captain) | Bowler |
| Matt Henry | Bowler |
| Ajaz Patel | Bowler |
| Ish Sodhi | Bowler |
| Blair Tickner | Bowler |
| Neil Wagner | Bowler |
New Zealand ODI Squad 2023
| Player Names | Responsibility |
|---|---|
| Kane Williamson (Captain) | Batsman |
| Henry Nicholls | Batsman |
| Michael Bracewell | Batting Allrounder |
| Daryl Mitchell | Batting Allrounder |
| Mitchell Santner | Bowling Allrounder |
| Tom Latham | WK-Batsman |
| Finn Allen | WK-Batsman |
| Devon Conway | WK-Batsman |
| Glenn Phillips | WK-Batsman |
| Lockie Ferguson | Bowler |
| Matt Henry | Bowler |
| Blair Tickner | Bowler |
| Ish Sodhi | Bowler |
| Tim Southee | Bowler |
| Henry Shipley | Bowler |
Pakistan ODI Squad 2023
| Player Names | Responsibility |
|---|---|
| Babar Azam (Captain) | Batsman |
| Fakhar Zaman | Batsman |
| Imam-ul-Haq | Batsman |
| Shan Masood | Batsman |
| Tayyab Tahir | Batsman |
| Haris Sohail | Batting Allrounder |
| Agha Salman | Batting Allrounder |
| Kamran Ghulam | Bowling Allrounder |
| Mohammad Nawaz | Bowling Allrounder |
| Mohammad Wasim Jr | Bowling Allrounder |
| Mohammad Rizwan | WK-Batsman |
| Haris Rauf | Bowler |
| Mohammad Hasnain | Bowler |
| Naseem Shah | Bowler |
| Shahnawaz Dahani | Bowler |
| Usama Mir | Bowler |
The tour will consist of two Test and three One Day International (ODI) matches matches, all of which will be played at the National Stadium in Karachi. This iconic cricket venue has a capacity of 34,228 and is known for its passionate and vocal crowd.
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The New Zealand cricket team is currently ranked Fifth and First in the world in Test and ODI formats corresponding, making them a formidable opponent for Pakistan. However, the Pakistan team is no stranger to upsets and will be looking to make their home advantage count on the field.
One player to watch out for on the New Zealand side is captain Kane Williamson, who is widely considered one of the best batsmen in the world. He will be looking to lead from the front and help his team come away with a series victory.
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On the Pakistani side, all eyes will be on opener Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, Fakhar Zaman, who has been in excellent form recently and will be looking to make a big impact in front of his home crowd. Bowling duties will likely fall to the likes of Haris Rauf and Mohammad Hasnain, who have both proven themselves to be wicket-takers at the international level.
- Previous History Pakistan vs New Zealand
New Zealand and Pakistan have a long history of cricket matches, dating back to the early 1970s. In total, the two teams have played each other in 52 One Day Internationals (ODIs) and 26 Test matches.
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In the ODI format, New Zealand holds the upper hand with a record of 30 wins to Pakistan’s 22. However, Pakistan has a slight advantage in the Test format, with 13 wins to New Zealand’s 12.
One of the most memorable matches between the two teams took place in 1992, when New Zealand won their first ever Test match against Pakistan. This was a historic moment for the New Zealand team, as they had previously lost all nine Test matches against Pakistan.
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Another notable match was the 2003 Cricket World Cup semi-final, where Pakistan emerged victorious after a nail-biting finish. This was a huge upset for the New Zealand team, who were considered the favorites to win.
Despite these ups and downs, both teams have consistently performed well against each other, with several close matches and thrilling finishes. In recent years, the rivalry between New Zealand and Pakistan has only grown stronger, with both teams eager to come out on top.
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Overall, the New Zealand vs Pakistan previous record is fairly evenly matched, with both teams holding their own in both ODI and Test formats. With the two teams set to face off in the upcoming cricket series, fans can expect an exciting and competitive match between these two powerhouses of international cricket.
- Result
Overall, the New Zealand tour of Pakistan promises to be a thrilling and closely contested series. Both teams will be looking to put in strong performances and come away with the victory. With such talented players on both sides, it is sure to be a series that cricket fans around the world will not want to miss.