PAKvNZ: Pakistan choose to bat first in maiden ODI against New Zealand
KARACHI – Pakistan has won the toss and decided to bat first against New Zealand today in the port city of Karachi. The match begins at 2:30 pm.
Shaheens and Kiwsi last locked horns in the 50-over format in the 2019 World Cup, with Babar-led squad clinching the contest by six wickets.
This time, hosts seeking to revive their cricket fortunes after a gloomy red-ball season while hopes are high for Team Green as they performed well in the 50-over format of the game over the last year, bagging eight out of nine matches.
The ODI record of Black Caps is similarly shining. After defeating the Netherlands, Ireland, Scotland, and the West Indies, they were whitewashed in a series against Australia but returned with a win over India.
Pakistani skipper and star player Babar Azam said Shaheens will try to follow the approach they have been performing in ODIs throughout last year. He called it crucial for the batters and the bowlers to back each other up.
On the other hand, Kane Williamson said they are likely to get tough cricket but are ready for a face-off.
