Bay Oval Mount Maunganui Pitch Report: How Will The Surface Play For PAK Vs NZ 4th T20I

Bay Oval pitch report [Source: @tmsproducer/X.com]

The T20I series between Pakistan and New Zealand was turning out to be a snooze-fest, but the visitors kept the series alive with a scintillating statement win on Friday. Chasing 205, Pakistan needed a miracle, and it was provided b under-fire, Hasan Nawaz as the batter made a mockery of the Kiwi attack in the 3rd T20I.

He slammed a brilliant 44-ball 100 as Pakistan reached the target inside 16 overs and lost just a solitary wicket in the process as the the Men in Green bounced back in terrific style. Now, the caravan has shifted towards Mount Maunganui as the momentum is with Pakistan and they will be eager to level up the series.

Ahead of this crucial encounter on Sunday, we look at the Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui pitch report and how the surface will play out.

Bay Oval Mount Maunganui ground stats in T20Is

Bay Oval Mount Maunganui pitch report: Is the surface batting or bowling friendly?

One of those surfaces in New Zealand which offers a more balanced pitches as there is something for both batters and bowlers. In the previous T20I, we witnessed that the batters had the upper hand in Auckland, but that won't be the case on Sunday.

It is not a high-scoring ground as compared to some other venues in New Zealand, with the average score of 163 in the first innings. The pacers will always be in contest at the venue as there is a bit of purchase from the surface for them.

In the last 10 T20Is at this venue, pacers have grabbed 74 wickets, while the spinners have taken 45, showcasing the dominance they have. However, if the batters play out the initial few overs, run-scoring won't be a difficult task. Chasing gets a bit tricky at this venue and hence, the toss winning captain will likely to bat first.

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