NZ vs SA 2nd ODI Playing 11 Prediction, Fantasy Tips, Pitch Report, Live Streaming

South Africa will face New Zealand in the 2nd ODI match on February 10 [Source: @ICC/X.com]

New Zealand will be facing South Africa for the 2nd ODI in the Tri-series match which is hosted by Pakistan. After defeating Pakistan in the first match, New Zealand will be confident to pounce upon South Africa. The game is staged for February 10 at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. The match is scheduled to commence from 10 AM IST.

NZ vs SA 2nd ODI Team Previews And Comparison

New Zealand

After a dominant 78-run victory over Pakistan in the series opener, New Zealand will now shift their focus to the second ODI against a depleted South African side. With Glenn Phillips in red-hot form following his stellar ODI century and the bowling attack firing on all cylinders, the Kiwis will be eager to seal back-to-back wins and secure a place in the final. 

Skipper Kane Williamson and Daryl Mitchell provided stability in the first match, while the spin trio of Phillips, Santner, and Bracewell proved decisive in the middle overs. Facing a South African squad, New Zealand will look to capitalize on their momentum and further assert their dominance in the tri-series despite losing Rachin Ravindra and Lockie Ferguson due to injury.

South Africa

South Africa is not currently at its best when it comes to the ODI format. Losing shamefully to Pakistan in the recent ODI series, they will have a dented confidence. However, they will be looking to start anew as the Champions Trophy is also knocking at the door.

Led by Temba Bavuma, eyes will be on Wiaan Mulder, Aiden Markram, Kyle Verreynne and Luigi Ngidi. They might be key to the Proteas' success if they want to open the game on a high note. Matthew Breetzke and Senuran Muthusamy are also to be noticed as they can be impactful with the bat and the ball respectively in Pakistan. 

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NZ vs SA 2nd ODI Match Details And Live Streaming

NZ vs SA 2nd ODI Pitch Report: How Will Surface At Gaddafi Stadium In Lahore Behave?

The Gaddafi Stadium is expected to offer a flat track catering to high scores in this ODI, favouring batters. While there might be some early movement for bowlers, a run-feast is anticipated, similar to the high-scoring 1st ODI between Pakistan and New Zealand at this venue.  

Although not a significant turner like the recent Test matches, some marginal turn is possible on the pitch. With the potential for the ball to skid under lights in this day-night game, the captain winning the toss may opt to bowl first and chase.

NZ vs SA 2nd ODI Playing XI Prediction

New Zealand's Probable XI: Devon Conway, Will Young, Kane Williamson, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Latham (wk), Glenn Phillips, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner (c), Matt Henry, Ben Sears, William O'Rourke

South Africa's Probable XI: Temba Bavuma (c), Heinrich Klaasen (wk), Matthew Breetzke, Aiden Markram, Kyle Verreynne, Wiaan Mulder, Senuran Muthusamy, Tabraiz Shamsi, Lungi Ngidi, Junior Dala, Gideon Peters

NZ vs SA 2nd ODI Fantasy Tips And Key Players

• As seen in the first ODI, the Gaddafi stadium will be a heaven for batters for the 2nd ODI and hence, a batter and all-rounder-heavy squad can scale big fantasy points. 
• While the pitch helps seamers, spin is dominant and hence, picking spinners in the fantasy team can also help to collect good fantasy points.
• Risky Pick: Though Will Young brings experience to New Zealand's ODI squad, the veteran has not been at his peak form since Super Smash 2024-25. In the previous ODI too, he only managed to get a single-digit figure of 4 runs. Hence, picking him as a fantasy player might be risky.
• Safe Pick: Glenn Phillips was the star performer for New Zealand against Pakistan in the 1st ODI. The all-rounder smashed an explosive ton and also picked a wicket for the team which adds to the fact that he can contribute in both departments and hence, is an asset for the fantasy teams.
• South Africa's Wildcard: Lungi Ngidi can strike early with the new ball and provide crucial breakthroughs in the middle overs. With 96 wickets in 61 ODI innings at an economy rate of 5.70, Ngidi can be crucial in restricting the run flow and breaking partnerships.
• New Zealand's Expected Key Players: Devon Conway, Kane Williamson, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Matt Henry
• South Africa's Expected Key Players: Temba Bavuma, Heinrich Klaasen, Aiden Markram, Wiaan Mulder, Lungi Ngidi

NZ vs SA 2nd ODI Winner Prediction

New Zealand boasts a solid squad with depth in batting and good pace and spin attack. While South Africa has historically dominated the Kiwis in the ODI format, it is safe to say that the Black Caps will be confident having played on the Gaddafi pitch in the 1st ODI and can probably bag the 2nd win as well against South Africa.

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