Pakistan vs New Zealand 1st T20I pitch, weather, head to head: The first T20I of the five-match PAK vs NZ T20I series is expected to face a possible disruption from rain on Thursday (April 18). The first three T20I matches of PAK vs NZ T20I series will take place in Rawalpindi.
Rawalpindi has a track record of unexpected rain interruptions. The latest edition of Pakistan Super League also experienced cancellations due to rainfall.
According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), Rawalpindi is anticipated to experience rain showers in the evening of Thursday (April 18), gradually intensifying into steady rainfall overnight.
Pakistan vs New Zealand 1st T20I - Rawalpindi Pitch Report
In the recent Pakistan Super League (PSL) season, Rawalpindi offered a mixed playing surface. Traditionally known for its flat and batsman-friendly pitches, Rawalpindi often contributes to high-scoring matches. However, these pitches also provide bounce, particularly helping pacers who can generate some extra bounce by hitting the deck hard. As the match progresses, spinners come into play on Rawalpindi wickets.
Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium T20 Stats, Records: A total of 5 T20I matches have been played so far in Rawalpindi. The team batting first have never won a T20I match here, while the team chasing has won 4 times. One T20I match ended in no result. The average 1st innings score in Rawalpindi is 155 and the average 2nd Innings score is 154.
Highest Total: 194/4 by NZ vs PAK, last year (2023) | Lowest Total: Zimbabwe scored 134/7 in 2020 vs Pakistan
Pakistan vs New Zealand Head To Head Record In T20Is
In T20Is, Pakistan and New Zealand have squared off against each other in 39 matches. Among these, New Zealand have defeated Pakistan in 17 T20I matches, while Pakistan has emerged victorious against New Zealand in 21 T20I encounters. One PAK-NZ T20I match has concluded without a result.
| PAK vs NZ T20I Matches Played | 39 |
| Pakistan Won | 21 |
| New Zealand Won | 17 |
| Tied | 1 |
Pakistan vs New Zealand 1st T20I - Weather Report
For Pakistan vs New Zealand 1st T20I, the weather forecast in Rawalpindi on Thursday (April 18) predicts a 100% chance of rain. Not just PAK vs NZ 1st T20I, but the latest weather forecasts for Rawalpindi are not looking favorable also for the 2nd and 3rd T20I matches between Pakistan and New Zealand. Heavy downpours are predicted not only for the 1st T20I on Thursday (April 18) but also for the 2nd and 3rd T20I matches scheduled for April 20 and 21, respectively, in Rawalpindi.