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Bay Oval Mount Maunganui Pitch Report: How Will The Surface Play For PAK vs NZ 3rd ODI?



Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui [Source: @MazherArshad/X]Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui [Source: @MazherArshad/X]

On Saturday, Pakistan will cross swords against New Zealand in the final ODI of the ongoing three-match series. The much-awaited face-off will be played at Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui. 

Led by Mohammad Rizwan, Pakistan have already conceded the series, having already lost two consecutive matches. So, they would be keen to break their losing streak and conclude the series on a high note. 

As the Men in Green prepare to take on the Kiwis, let's see how the surface at Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui will behave throughout the contest. 

Bay Oval Mount Maunganui Ground Stats

Criterion
Data
Matches Played11
Matches won batting 1st5
Matches won bowling 1st6
No Result0
Average 1st innings score272.18
Average 2nd innings score249.81
Average run rate5.61
% of wickets by pacers73.28
% of wickets by spinners26.71

(Bay Oval Mount Maunganui stats in men's ODIs)

Bay Oval Mount Maunganui Pitch Report: Is The Surface Batting Or Bowling Friendly?

The pitch at Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui is expected to offer a balanced contest between bat and ball. While the pacers might get a hint of seam movement and spongy bounce early on with the new ball, the batters can play their strokes after getting set in the middle. 

The spinners generally don't play a significant role at Bay Oval. So, the batters and fast bowlers will likely be crucial for both sides. The seamers must hit the deck and vary their pace wisely to succeed at this venue. If a fresh pitch is dished out, the toss-winner could opt to bowl first. 

Bay Oval Mount Maunganui Weather Today

Bay Oval weather forecast [Source: AccuWeather]Bay Oval weather forecast [Source: AccuWeather]

InformationDetails
Temperature24° C (RealFeel 25°C)
Wind SpeedW 13 km/h - 33 km/h
Probability of Precipitation and Thunderstorms 1% and 0%
Cloud Cover19%

As per AccuWeather, the temperature at Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui will be around 24° C, with a real feel of 25°C. Meanwhile, the wind will blow in the West direction, with varying speeds between 13 to 33 km/h. 

Chances Of Rain In PAK vs NZ 3rd ODI

The cloud cover at Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui is expected to be 19 per cent. However, an orange warning has been issued at the venue; so, the high-profile clash between Pakistan and New Zealand could be interrupted due to rain.