NZ Vs PAK Dream11 Prediction: 3 Top Captain Or Vice-Captain Choices For 5th T20I

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New Zealand will square off against Pakistan in the fifth and final T20I of the series on Wednesday, March 26 at the Sky Stadium in Wellington. With the series already sealed 3-1 in New Zealand’s favour, Pakistan will be desperate to avoid a 4-1 drubbing and end things on a high.

In the fourth T20I, the Kiwis absolutely hammered the visitors by 115 runs. Finn Allen and Tim Seifert provided fireworks up top before New Zealand posted a mammoth 220/6. Jacob Duffy and Zakary Foulkes then ran riot with the ball, bundling Pakistan out for just 105.

While Haris Rauf picked up three wickets, the rest of Pakistan's bowlers were taken to the cleaners. With the bat, only Irfan Khan (24) and Abdul Samad (44) crossed double digits in an otherwise forgettable outing.

As we gear up for the final match of the series, here are the top 3 fantasy captain and vice-captain choices:


3. Haris Rauf

Why Will Haris Rauf Be A Good Choice As The Captain Or Vice-captain In NZ vs PAK?

Even in a struggling Pakistan unit, Haris Rauf has stood tall. The speedster has grabbed 8 wickets in just three games at an average of 9.50 and an economy under 7. That’s as efficient as it gets. Whether it’s pace through the air or clever variations at the death, Rauf has been Pakistan’s biggest hope with the ball.

 He is aggressive, he bowls with intent and more importantly, he delivers under pressure. If Pakistan are to finish this series with a win, Rauf will have to do the heavy lifting again. Expect another fired-up performance and a bagful of fantasy points.

2. Tim Seifert

Why Will Tim Seifert Be A Good Choice As The Captain Or Vice-captain In NZ vs PAK?

When Tim Seifert gets going, you better have him in your team. He is leading the run charts this series with 152 runs in just two innings at a magnificent strike rate of 185.36. His clean striking, especially against spin, and ability to clear the ropes early in the powerplay make him a fantasy gem.

With 14 fours and 12 sixes already, Seifert’s form is red-hot. New Zealand will want to wrap up the series with another statement win, and Seifert could once again be the man lighting up the Sky Stadium. If you want explosive fantasy points early in the innings, he’s the guy your ideal captain or vice-captain’s choice.

1. Jacob Duffy

Why Will Jacob Duffy Be A Good Choice As The Captain Or Vice-captain In NZ vs PAK?

Jacob Duffy’s bowling has been the stuff of dreams in this series. The right-arm seamer has 11 wickets in four games, including two four-wicket hauls. His figures of 4/14 in the first game and another 4/20 in the fourth showed exactly why he’s one of New Zealand’s most potent weapons.

With an economy of just 8.27, Duffy has delivered in all phases: powerplay, middle overs and even at the death. He keeps it tight, nails the lengths and more often than not, breaks partnerships just when the opposition looks settled. In fantasy cricket, a bowler who can take multiple wickets consistently is a pure goldmine and Duffy ticks all those boxes.