???? NZ vs PAK 1st ODI 2025: Pitch Report and Match Preview from McLean Park, Napier

The cricketing action continues as New Zealand take on Pakistan in the 1st ODI of the 3-match series on March 29 (Saturday) at the scenic McLean Park in Napier. With both sides featuring fresh lineups and high-quality players, this promises to be an exciting contest.


???? McLean Park Pitch Report – What to Expect?

  • ???? Early Swing for Pacers: With a 10 AM local start, expect early movement for fast bowlers in the first few overs.

  • ???? Good Batting Surface: Typically a batting-friendly pitch, but it slows down in the second innings.

  • ???? Best Option? Bowl First: The team winning the toss is likely to opt for bowling, taking advantage of early conditions.


???? McLean Park ODI Stats

  • ???? Matches Played: 49

  • ✅ Batting First Wins: 19

  • ✅ Bowling First Wins: 26

  • ???? Average 1st Innings Score: 233

  • ???? Average 2nd Innings Score: 194

  • ???? Highest Score: 373/8 by NZ vs ZIM

  • ???? Lowest Score: 98 all out by NZ vs BAN (2023)


???????? Pakistan Squad Highlights

  • ???? Key Batters: Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, Imam-ul-Haq

  • ???? Power Hitters: Khushdil Shah, Usman Khan

  • ???? Pacers: Haris Rauf, Naseem Shah, Mohammad Wasim Jr

  • ???? Spinners: Abrar Ahmed, Sufiyan Muqeem

  • ❌ Notable Absence: Shaheen Afridi


???????? New Zealand Squad Insights

  • ???? Young Core: With IPL stars unavailable, NZ tests bench strength

  • ???? Captain: Michael Bracewell (replacing injured Tom Latham)

  • ???? Keeper: Mitchell Hay

  • ???? Key All-Rounders: Daryl Mitchell, Nathan Smith

  • ⚡ Pacers to Watch: Ben Sears, Jacob Duffy


???? What to Watch For:

  • ???? Babar Azam & Rizwan return to anchor the innings

  • ???? Can Pakistan’s pace attack make early inroads?

  • ???? Michael Bracewell’s captaincy under spotlight

  • ???? Will McLean Park produce another high-scoring thriller or a bowling masterclass?


???? Match Details

  • ???? Date: March 29, 2025 (Saturday)

  • ???? Venue: McLean Park, Napier

  • ⏰ Start Time: 10:00 AM local | 3:30 AM IST


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