New Zealand and Pakistan will face off in a five-match T20 International series, starting on Sunday at the Hagley Oval in Christchurch.
The series will mark a new era for Pakistan in T20 cricket, with Salman Ali Agha taking over the mantle of leadership from Mohammad Rizwan. The visitors will also be missing the services of former skipper Babar Azam.
New Zealand, fresh off the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final defeat to India, will be led by Michael Bracewell, with regular skipper Mitchell Santner skipping the series due to Indian Premier League (IPL) commitments.
The Kiwis will also miss Lockie Ferguson, Devon Conway, Glenn Phillips and Kane Williamson.
NZ vs PAK 1st T20I – Match Details
When will the first T20I between New Zealand and Pakistan take place?
The first T20I between New Zealand and Pakistan will be held on Sunday, March 16.
Where will the first T20I between New Zealand and Pakistan be held?
The first T20I between New Zealand and Pakistan will take place at the Hagley Oval in Christchurch.
At what time will the first T20I between New Zealand and Pakistan begin?
The first T20I between New Zealand and Pakistan will start at 6:45 AM IST. The toss will take place at 6:15 AM IST.
Where to watch the first T20I between New Zealand and Pakistan on TV in India?
The first T20I between New Zealand and Pakistan will be telecast live on the Sony Sports Network in India.
Where to watch live stream of first T20I between New Zealand and Pakistan in India?
The first T20I between New Zealand and Pakistan will be streamed live on the SonyLIV app and website. Additionally, the match can also be live streamed on the FanCode app and website.
THE SQUADS
NEW ZEALAND
Michael Bracewell (c), Finn Allen, Mark Chapman, Jacob Duffy, Zak Foulkes (games 4 and 5 only), Mitch Hay, Matt Henry (games 4 and 5 only), Kyle Jamieson (games 1, 2 and 3 only), Daryl Mitchell, Jimmy Neesham, Will O’Rourke (games 1, 2 and 3 only), Tim Robinson, Ben Sears, Tim Seifert, Ish Sodhi.
PAKISTAN
Hassan Nawaz, Omair Yousuf, Mohammad Haris Abdul Samad, Salman Ali Agha (c), Irfan Niazi, Khushdil Shah, Shadab Khan Abbas Afridi, Jahandad Khan, Mohammad Ali, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Haris Rauf, Sufiyaan Muqeem, Abrar Ahmed, Usman Khan.
