Pakistan ODI tri-series got underway on Saturday (February 8) with the game between Pakistan and New Zealand. The Black Caps won the game by 78 runs and will be fancying their chances of beating South Africa as well. The Proteas, on the other hand, will be eyeing a winning start to their campaign. Ahead of the game, here is the preview for the NZ vs SA ODI.
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) South Africa:
South Africa:
Temba Bavuma vs Matt Henry:
He will be looking to set the tone for a big score for his side by giving the Proteas a good start with the bat. While Bavuma is capable of that, New Zealand will be hoping that they get rid of the South Africa captain as early as possible.
Kane Williamson vs Tabraiz Shamsi:
With form on his side, he will be eyeing another big score. And the Proteas will be hoping that their left-arm spinner Tabraiz Shamsi manages to get rid of Williamson as early as possible.
South Africa will need a good start with the ball to put early pressure on in-form New Zealand. They will be relying on Lungi Ngidi for the same. An experienced pacer, Ngidi will be fancying his chances against Will Young.
NZ vs SA Key Players
NZ: Kane Williamson, Devon Conway, Daryl Mitchell, Michael Bracewell and Matt Henry will be the key players for New Zealand.
NZ vs SA Weather And Pitch Report:
The temperature will be pleasant in Lahore for the upcoming game. There is no prediction of rain on the match day. The temperature will be in the early 20s in the first half of the game and will be hovering between 16-20 degrees Celsius during the second half.
Conclusion:
A lot will be at stake in the upcoming game. New Zealand have the opportunity to seal their place in the final by winning the contest. On the other hand, a loss will put them in a precarious position. New Zealand have their fate in their own hands and they will look to beat South Africa to qualify for the final.
On the other hand, South Africa will also bolster their chances of making it to the final if they manage to get the better of New Zealand. With so much at stake in the game, it promises to be a cracking contest.
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