Pakistan vs New Zealand Tri Series Final Match Preview, Live Streaming, Playing XI
Pakistan vs New Zealand Tri Series Final Match Preview
In Final of ODI tri series Pakistan will face New Zealand 1st Match (Pakistan vs New Zealand, Tri-Nation Series, Lahore, February 08, 2025) New Zealand won by 78 runs.
New Zealand: 330/6 in 50 overs
Pakistan: 252 all out in 47.5 overs (Target: 331)
Glenn Phillips scored 106* (74 balls, 6 fours, 7 sixes, SR: 143.24).Phillips played a match-winning knock, anchoring the innings and accelerating brilliantly in the death overs. His unbeaten century was the backbone of New Zealand’s total of 330/6. Phillips also contributed with the ball, dismissing the dangerous **Fakhar Zaman** (84) at a crucial juncture.
. Daryl Mitchell scored81 (84 balls, 2 fours, 4 sixes, SR: 96.42). Mitchell provided stability in the middle overs, forming a crucial partnership with Kane Williamson and later with Glenn Phillips. His innings laid the foundation for New Zealand’s big total.
Kane Williamson scored 58 (89 balls, 7 fours, SR: 65.16. Williamson played a composed innings, stabilizing the innings after the early loss of openers. His partnership with Daryl Mitchell was pivotal in setting up the platform for Phillips’ late assault.
Michael Bracewell scored 31 (23 balls, 1 four, 3 sixes, SR: 134.78). Bracewell provided a late flourish to the innings, ensuring New Zealand crossed the 330-run mark. In Bowling Bracewell was economical 2/41 in 10 overs (economy: 4.10) and picked up the key wickets of Babar Azam (10) and Salman Agha (40).
Mitchell Santner took 3/41 in 10 overs (economy: 4.10). Santner was the pick of the bowlers, taking crucial wickets of Kamran Ghulam (18), Mohammad Rizwan (3), and Khushdil Shah (15). His spell in the middle overs derailed Pakistan’s chase.
Matt Henry took 3/53 in 9.5 overs (economy: 5.38).Henry was effective in the death overs, picking up the wickets of Tayyab Tahir (30), Shaheen Afridi (10), and Naseem Shah(13). His spell ensured Pakistan fell well short of the target.
Fakhar Zaman scored 84 (69 balls, 7 fours, 4 sixes, SR: 121.73) Fakhar Zaman was the standout performer for Pakistan, providing a fiery start to the chase. His aggressive innings kept Pakistan in the hunt, but his dismissal by Glenn Phillips turned the tide in New Zealand’s favor
. Salman Agha scored 40 (51 balls, 2 fours, 1 six, SR: 78.43). Salman Agha played a steady innings in the middle overs, trying to anchor the chase after the loss of early wickets. However, his dismissal by Michael Bracewell ended Pakistan’s hopes of a comeback.
Shaheen Shah Afridi was highest takers with 3/88 in 10 overs (economy: 8.80). Shaheen picked up the key wickets of Will Young, Kane Williamson, and Michael Bracewell. Although expensive, his wickets were crucial in restricting New Zealand to 330.
Abrar Ahmed took 2/41 in 10 overs (economy: 4.10) Abrar was the most economical bowler for Pakistan, dismissing Rachin Ravindra and Daryl Mitchell. His tight spell in the middle overs kept New Zealand in check for a while.
In 2nd match South Africa vs New Zealand at Lahore on February 10, 2025 ,New Zealand won by 6 wickets (with 8 balls remaining)
South Africa: 304/6 in 50 overs
New Zealand: 308/4 in 48.4 overs (Target: 305)
Kane Williamson scored 133 (113 balls, 13 fours, 2 sixes, SR: 117.69). Williamson played a match-winning knock, anchoring the chase with a brilliant unbeaten century. His partnership with Devon Conway (97) was the cornerstone of New Zealand’s successful chase. Get Awards of Player of the Match.
Devon Conway scored 97 (107 balls, 9 fours, 1 six, SR: 90.65).Conway provided a solid foundation for the chase, forming a crucial 187-run partnership with Kane Williamson. His dismissal at 237 was a setback, but Williamson ensured New Zealand crossed the line.
Matt Henry was most successful bowler with 2/59 in 10 overs (economy: 5.90). Henry picked up the key wickets of Matthew Breetzke (150) and Senuran Muthusamy(2), breaking crucial partnerships and restricting South Africa to 304.
Will O’Rourke took 2/72 in 10 overs (economy: 7.20). O’Rourke dismissed Temba Bavuma (20) and Wiaan Mulder (64), providing breakthroughs at important moments.
New Zealand chased down a challenging target of 305 with 6 wickets in hand and 8 balls to spare, thanks to a masterclass from Kane Williamson and a solid contribution from Devon Conway. The bowlers, led by Matt Henry and Will O’Rourke, also played a key role in restricting South Africa to 304.
In third match Pakistan vs South Africa at Karachi On February 12, 2025 Pakistan won by 6 wickets (with 6 balls remaining)
South Africa: 352/5 in 50 overs
Pakistan: 355/4 in 49 overs (Target: 353)
Salman Agha played a match-winning knock, anchoring the chase with a brilliant century. His 260-run partnership with **Mohammad Rizwan** was the backbone of Pakistan’s successful chase. Salman Agha scored 134 (103 balls, 16 fours, 2 sixes, SR: 130.09). In Fielding: Took 2 catches and Awards Player of the Match.
Mohammad Rizwan played a captain’s knock, remaining unbeaten and guiding Pakistan to victory. His partnership with Salman Agha was one of the highlights of the match.Mohammad Rizwan scored 122* (128 balls, 9 fours, 3 sixes, SR: 95.31).
Fakhar Zaman scored 41 (28 balls, 6 fours, 1 six, SR: 146.42).Fakhar provided a flying start to the chase, scoring quickly before being dismissed. His aggressive innings set the tone for Pakistan’s successful chase.
Shaheen Shah Afridi was most successful bowler who took 2/66 in 10 overs (economy: 6.60). Shaheen picked up the key wickets of Tony de Zorzi (22) and Wiaan Mulder(2), breaking crucial partnerships and restricting South Africa to 352.
Pakistan vs New Zealand Live Streaming details
Pakistan vs New Zealand Tri Series ODI match will be live streamed on Tamasha app in Pakistan .
The live streaming of the match will be available on FanCode inIndia.
PTV will live telecast Pakistan vs New Zealand 14 February 2025.
The live broadcast of the Pakistan vs New Zealand tri-series final will be available on Sony Sports Ten 1 SD and HD.
Pakistan vs New Zealand Squad
Pakistan: Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Saud Shakeel, Tayyab Tahir, Faheem Ashraf, Kamran Ghulam, Khushdil Shah, Salman Ali Agha, Mohammad Rizwan (c)(wk), Usman Khan (wk), Abrar Ahmed, Haris Rauf, Muhammad Hasnain, Naseem Shah, Shaheen Afridi
New Zealand: Mitchell Santner (c), Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Lockie Ferguson, Matt Henry, Tom Latham, Daryl Mitchell, Will O’Rourke, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Ben Sears, Nathan Smith, Kane Williamson, Will Young, Jacob Duffy (tri-series only)
Team News
Haris rauf is unavailable.
Pakistan (likely): 1 Fakhar Zaman, 2 Babar Azam, 3 Saud Shakeel, 4 Mohammad Rizwan (capt, wk), 5 Salman Agha, 6 Tayyab Tahir, 7 Khushdil Shah, 8 Shaheen Afridi, 9 Naseem Shah, 10 Mohammad Hasnain, 11 Abrar Ahmed
Rachin Ravindra is unavailable.Lockie Furgoson is also doubtful.
New Zealand (probable): 1 Devon Conway, 2 Will Young, 3 Kane Williamson, 4 Daryl Mitchell, 5 Tom Latham/Mark Chapman, 6 Glenn Phillips, 7 Michael Bracewell, 8 Mitchell Santner (capt), 9 Ben Sears/Lockie Ferguson, 10 Matt Henry, 11 Will O’Rourke
Pitch and condition
Karachi’s pitch mirrored the flat conditions seen in Lahore on Wednesday, offering little assistance to bowlers, while the outfield was exceptionally quick, contributing to the high-scoring spectacle in the previous ODI. The weather is expected to be warm and sunny, with temperatures soaring up to **30 degrees Celsius**, ensuring ideal conditions for another thrilling contest.
Player to Watch
Kane Williamson
133 vs South Africa
58 vs Pakistan
Fakhar Zaman
84 vs New Zealand in previous match.
41 vs South Africa in last match
Stats and Trivia
Match played 117
Pakistan won 61
New Zealand won 52
No result 3
Tied 1
In Karachi both team played 8 matches . New Zealand won 4 and Pakistan won 4.
Since the year 2000, New Zealand have reached 12 finals in multi-team white-ball tournaments. Out of these, they have emerged victorious in four and suffered defeat in eight. A concerning statistic is that their most recent triumph in such a final dates all the way back to 2005, highlighting a long gap since their last success in a major tournament final.
Form Guide
Pakistan WLWWW (last five completed matches, most recent first)
New Zealand WWLWW
Match detail
Pakistan vs New Zealand
Final Match Tri Series ODI Pakistan 2025
Venue National Stadium Karachi
Date 14 February 2025
Time 2:30 PM IST
