Pakistan vs New Zealand T20 Series 2024

Credit: PCB

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has officially announced that the New Zealand men’s cricket team is set to tour Pakistan for a series of five T20 Internationals (T20Is) commencing from 14th April.

Here’s a breakdown of the series itinerary:

Tour Dates and Venues:

Arrival: The Blackcaps will touch down in the capital city on 14th April.

Matches in Rawalpindi: The first three T20Is will take place at the Pindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi on 18th, 20th, and 21st April.

Matches in Lahore: Subsequently, the teams will move to Lahore for the final two T20Is, scheduled for 25th and 27th April.

Match Timings:

All matches are slated to commence at 7pm PKT.

Ticket Information:

Ticket prices for the series have been set at affordable rates, ensuring accessibility for fans eager to witness their favorite players in action.

Tickets will be available for purchase at selected TCS outlets and online via pcb.tcs.com.pk. Further details regarding ticket sales will be communicated in due course.

Previous Encounters:

– This tour will mark the Blackcaps’ third visit to Pakistan within a span of 17 months.

– Previously, they visited Pakistan in December 2022/January 2023 for two Tests and three ODIs, followed by another tour in April, featuring 10 white-ball matches in Lahore, Rawalpindi, and Karachi.

Statement from PCB Director – International Cricket:

Usman Wahla, Director – International Cricket at PCB, expressed delight at presenting the schedule for the New Zealand men’s team’s tour to Pakistan 2024. He highlighted the tour as a testament to the enduring camaraderie between PCB and NZC, underscoring the deep-rooted ties and mutual respect between the two cricketing nations.

Wahla emphasized the significance of the upcoming series as part of the buildup to this year’s ICC T20 World Cup, expressing hope for yet another competitive series that would captivate cricket enthusiasts across Pakistan.

Series Schedule:

• 14th April: Arrival of the New Zealand team in Pakistan
• 16th-17th April: Training/practice sessions
• 18th April: 1st T20I in Rawalpindi
• 20th April: 2nd T20I in Rawalpindi
• 21st April: 3rd T20I in Rawalpindi
• 25th April: 4th T20I in Lahore
• 27th April: 5th T20I in Lahore

Timing: 7:30 PST

The upcoming series promises thrilling cricket action as Pakistan and New Zealand renew their rivalry on the cricket field.

Pakistan vs New Zealand Team Squads

Pakistan’s Squad (yet to announce)

1. Babar Azam (c)
2. Abbas Afridi 
3. Abrar Ahmed 
4. Azam Khan
5. Fakhar Zaman 
6. Iftikhar Ahmed 
7. Imad Wasim 
8. Irfan Khan 
9. Mohammad Amir 
10. Mohammad Rizwan 
11. Naseem Shah 
12. Saim Ayub 
13. Shadab Khan 
14. Shaheen Shah Afridi 
15. Usama Mir 
16. Usman Khan 
17. Zaman Khan 

New Zealand’s Squad

1. Michael Bracewell (c), 
2. Finn Allen, 
3. Mark Chapman, 
4. Josh Clarkson, 
5. Jacob Duffy, 
6. Dean Foxcroft, 
7. Ben Lister, 
8. Cole McConchie, 
9. Adam Milne, 
10. Jimmy Neesham, 
11. Will O’Rourke, 
12. Tim Robinson, 
13. Ben Sears, 
14. Tim Seifert, 
15. Ish Sodhi