New Zealand Aims for Another Victory Against Pakistan in Second T20I
New Zealand will be looking to secure another win as they face Pakistan in the second game of the ongoing five-match T20I series. The match is set to take place at the University Oval in Dunedin on Tuesday, March 18.
The BlackCaps have already taken the lead in the series after a dominant nine-wicket victory over Pakistan in the opener. New Zealand’s comprehensive performance left Pakistan struggling, giving the hosts a 1-0 advantage.
Pakistan, asked to bat first in the first match, found themselves in deep trouble in the swinging conditions. Both openers were dismissed for ducks, and the visitors never recovered, eventually being bowled out for a mere 91 runs. Only three batsmen reached double-digit figures, with Khushdil Shah top-scoring at 32. New Zealand’s bowlers, led by Kyle Jamieson (3/8) and Jacob Duffy (4/14), were exceptional.
In response, New Zealand chased down the target in just 10.1 overs, thanks to Tim Seifert’s quickfire 44. With both teams now preparing for the second T20I, attention turns to the weather and pitch conditions in Dunedin.
Weather and Pitch Report for NZ vs PAK 2nd T20I
Weather Report:
Rain is expected to play spoilsport during the match in Dunedin on Tuesday. Forecasts predict a wet day, which could lead to a reduction in overs. Temperatures are likely to range between 10-13°C throughout the game.
Pitch Report:
The University Oval in Dunedin has hosted only three T20Is so far, but early indications suggest it’s a high-scoring venue. Here are some key stats:
| Statistic | Details |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 3 |
| Matches Won by Home Side | 3 (100%) |
| Matches Won Batting First | 2 (66.67%) |
| Matches Won Batting Second | 1 (33.33%) |
| Highest Team Innings | 224/7 (New Zealand) |
| Lowest Team Innings | 141 (Sri Lanka) |
| Highest Run Chase Achieved | 146/1 (New Zealand) |
| Average Score Batting First | 195 |
| Average Runs per Over | 9.89 |
In the first T20I at this venue, both New Zealand and Australia scored over 200 runs. In the second match, New Zealand chased down 142 against Sri Lanka in less than 15 overs. The most recent T20I saw New Zealand post 224/7 before restricting Pakistan to 179/7. Given these trends, the upcoming match is expected to be another high-scoring encounter.
Conclusion
With momentum on their side, New Zealand will aim to continue their winning streak at the University Oval. They have won all three T20Is played at this venue and will be confident of securing another victory against Pakistan in the second T20I.
