After a dominant performance in the first T20I, Michael Bracewell's New Zealand will aim to build on their 1-0 series lead when they face Salman Ali Agha's Pakistan in the second T20I on March 18, 2025 at University Oval, Dunedin. With a strong all-round display in the opening match, New Zealand are favorites heading into this crucial encounter.

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Match Preview: New Zealand easily cruised to a nine-wicket victory in the first T20I after bowling out Pakistan for a mere 91 runs. Standout bowler Jacob Duffy took 4 wickets, and New Zealand's top order, led by Tim Seifert (44 off 29), chased down the target in just 10.1 overs. On the other hand, Pakistan will need to address their batting failures and put up a more competitive performance in this second match.

Match Details 

Match: NZ vs PAK 2nd T20I 2025 

Date: March 18, 2025

Time: 06:30 AM IST

Venue: University Oval in Dunedin

Live streaming: SonyLiv

Live broadcast: SonySports 

NZ vs PAK 2nd T20I Pitch Report At University Oval in Dunedin

The University Oval in Dunedin has generally been a decent venue for teams batting first. Out of three T20Is played at the ground, the side batting first has won two. The pitch is expected to be good for batting, although with a possible chance of rain, bowling first might give teams an advantage if conditions change during the game.

New Zealand vs Pakistan Head-to-Head Record in T20Is

Matches: 45

Pakistan Won: 23

New Zealand Won: 20

Last 5 Matches: NZ 3 - 2 PAK

NZ vs PAK Playing XI Prediction

New Zealand Playing XI (Predicated)

Tim Seifert, Finn Allen, Tim Robinson, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Hay (wk), Michael Bracewell (c), Zakary Foulkes, Kyle Jamieson, Ish Sodhi, Jacob Duffy.

Pakistan Playing XI (Predicted)

Mohammad Haris (wk), Hasan Nawaz, Salman Agha (c), Irfan Khan, Shadab Khan, Abdul Samad, Khushdil Shah, Jahandad Khan, Shaheen Afridi, Mohammad Ali, Abrar Ahmed.

Key Players to Watch in NZ vs PAK 2nd T20I

Tim Seifert: Seifert was impressive in the first match, scoring 44 off 29. His ability to play spin well and accelerate in the middle overs makes him a crucial player for New Zealand.

Jacob Duffy: Duffy’s bowling demolished Pakistan in the first T20I, picking up 4 wickets. On a pace-friendly pitch in Dunedin, he could once again trouble Pakistan’s top order.

Haris Rauf: Rauf was expensive in the first match, but his raw pace can always be a game-changer if he finds his rhythm.

Khushdil Shah: One of the few positives for Pakistan in the first match, Khushdil scored 32 off 31. His ability to handle spin will be key if Pakistan's top order fails to deliver.

NZ vs PAK 2nd T20I Winner Prediction – Who Will Win Today's Match?

Given New Zealand’s performance in the first match and their stronger overall squad, New Zealand are favorites to win the second T20I. Their batting depth and bowling variety give them the upper hand, especially on a pitch that suits fast bowlers like Jacob Duffy.