NZ vs PAK: Dream11 Predictions For 2nd ODI [Source: @Cricket_Core/x.com]
In the second ODI match of their three-match ODI series, New Zealand (NZ) will be taking on Pakistan (PAK) at the Seddon Park in Hamilton, New Zealand, on Wednesday, April 02 at 3:30 AM IST.
Ahead of the game, here is a look at the Dream11 Predictions, the fantasy cricket tips, the pitch report, the top player picks and the best-predicted XIs for the fantasy contests of the match.
Hot Picks For NZ vs PAK Dream11 Team Today
New Zealand
Nathan Smith
- ODI Series Form: 4 wickets in 1 match
- A young and bowler, Nathan Smith is a right-arm medium fast bowler and a capable lower order batsman. He bowled brilliantly in the last game and a good choice for the upcoming game.
Mark Chapman
- ODI Series Form: 132 runs in 1 match
- Mark Chapman becomes a whole different beast when he's facing Pakistan, and he showed that during the last match. After his 132, the middle-order batter becomes a must-pick.
Jacob Duffy
- ODI Series Form: 2 wickets in 1 match
- Right-arm medium fast bowler Jacob Duffy bowled extremely tight lines in the recently concluded T20I Series and also in the last ODI match. Duffy is expected to be the best bowler for New Zealand in the upcoming ODI Matches.
Pakistan
Babar Azam
- ODI Series Form: 78 runs in 1 match
- The stylish right-handed run-machine Babar Azam will be key to Pakistan's batting line-up. He has been in good touch in the last game and will be aim to anchor the innings. He is a must-pick for this game.
Haris Rauf
- ODI Series Form: 2 wickets in 1 match
- An experienced right-arm pacer Haris Rauf has been brilliant with the ball in the last game and grabbed 2 wickets for his team. He could be an excellent pick for the upcoming game.
Agha Salman
- ODI Series Form: 58 runs in 1 match
- All-rounder Agha Salman has played excellently in the T20I series. He was in good touch in the last match and would be keen to deliver another strong performance in the upcoming game.
NZ vs PAK 2nd ODI Weather And Pitch Today
Factor | Expected Conditions |
Weather | Cloudy |
Pitch | Sporting wicket |
Weather - According to AccuWeather, the weather will be Cloudy. The temperature will be in-between 18°C-14°C and there is 25% chances of rain during the game.
Pitch Report - The Seddon Park in Hamilton usually offers a balanced contest between bat and ball. While fast bowlers will be expected to generate early movement with the new ball, batters can score quick and impactful runs during the middle and slog overs.
Seddon Park, Hamilton - Record Of Chasing Teams in ODI
22 Men's ODI matches have been played at Seddon Park so far; out of it, 13 matches have been won by the chasing side. The skipper winning the toss will prefer to field first on this ground.
NZ vs PAK 2nd ODI Captain And Vice-captain Picks
Contests | Captain | Vice-captain |
Head to Head Contests | Daryl Mitchell | Agha Salman |
Small League Contests | Jacob Duffy | Haris Rauf |
Grand League Contests | Mark Chapman | Babar Azam |
NZ vs PAK 2nd ODI Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues
Wicketkeepers: Mohammad Rizwan
Batters: Babar Azam, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Abdullah Shafique
All-rounders: Agha Salman, I K Niazi, Michael Bracewell
Bowlers: Jacob Duffy, Nathan Smith, Haris Rauf
Captain: Daryl Mitchell
Vice-captain: Agha Salman
NZ vs PAK 2nd ODI Fantasy Team for Winner Takes All/ Grand Leagues
Wicketkeepers: Mohammad Rizwan
Batters: Babar Azam, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Henry Nicholls
All-rounders: Agha Salman, I K Niazi, M Abbas
Bowlers: Jacob Duffy, Akif Javed, Haris Rauf
Captain: Mark Chapman
Vice-captain: Babar Azam
NZ vs PAK 2nd ODI Expert Advice
The pitch at Seddon Park offers good batting and bowling conditions. Hence, selecting equal number of bowlers, batters and all-rounders team will be preferred for the game.