NZ vs PAK, ICC Cricket World Cup 2019: Martin Guptill vs Mohammad Amir and Other Exciting Mini Battles to Watch Out for at Edgbaston Stadium in Birmingham
A win will see New Zealand qualify for the semi-finals and a loss for Pakistan would signal the end of their ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 campaign mathematically. The pool of talents in each team makes for an interesting battle not just between both these teams but also mini-battles between the players.
The match no 33 of ICC World Cup 2019 will see New Zealand and Pakistan clash against each other on June 26 (Wednesday). The former hasn't booked a berth in the semi-finals, and the latter isn't out of the race either and therefore a lot at stake for both the teams as they are they square-off. The NZ vs PAK, World Cup 2019 match will be played at the Edgbaston ground in Birmingham, England, with the match scheduled to begin at 3.00 PM IST. The pool of talents in each team makes for an interesting battle not just between both these teams but also mini-battles between the players. New Zealand vs Pakistan Cricket Score 33th ODI Match.
Both teams have played an equal number of matches, i.e. 6, in the World Cup 2019 but are on either end of the CWC Points Table. New Zealand are in the second spot with 10 points in their kitty, whereas Pakistan are on the seventh spot with only 5 points. Pakistan vs New Zealand Dream11 Team: Best Picks for All-Rounders, Batsmen, Bowlers & Wicket-Keepers for PAK vs NZ 2019 Match 33.
A win will see New Zealand qualify for the semi-finals and a loss for Pakistan would signal the end of their World Cup 2019 campaign mathematically. As players ready themselves for the all-crucial match, here's a list of battles that will make NZ vs PAK, 33rd World Cup 2019 match more exciting.
Martin Guptill vs Mohammad Amir
Mohammad Amir is in terrific form and has picked 2 or more wickets in his last 5 ODIs, the longest such streak in his career. He would be eyeing the Black Caps' top order, especially Martin Guptill. New Zealand vs Pakistan ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 Weather Report: Check Out the Rain Forecast and Pitch Report of Edgbaston Stadium.
The Kiwis' opener is struggling for form but as his records say, Guptill is only an inning away from striking from and he would desperately want it to have against Pakistan. Whoever wins the battle between the two is likely to light up the entire game. Who's your pick?
Kane Williamson vs Wahab Riaz
Kane Williamson is in sublime touch and has looked solid with each inning this World Cup. Another classy inning by the Black Caps captain will bolster their chances for WC 2019 semi-finals.
Wahab Riaz, after their win against South Africa, revealed that he played through a lot of pain in that game. Despite suffering from niggles, the Pakistani bowler swung the game in their favour with raw pace and aggression. It will be delighting for the fans to see the battle between the ice and fire at Edgbaston.
Trent Boult vs Fakhar Zaman
Trent Boult has provided breakthroughs and stemmed the flow of runs whenever his captain has thrown the ball towards him. Boult will be looking to carry his form forward in the match and target Fakhar Zaman specifically.
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The Pakistani batsman has been quite aggressive in his approach and would like to take the Kiwis' challenge head-on in the do-or-die encounter. It will be delighting to see if the swing of Boult trump, or will the swings of Fakhar eventually have the last laugh.
There were rains at the venue, a day before the match. However, there's no forecast for rain today, but the overcast conditions are likely to assist pace bowlers more.
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