NZ vs PAK: Dream11 Predictions For 3rd ODI [Source: @WasimJaffer14/x.com]
In the third and last ODI match of their three-match ODI series, New Zealand (NZ) will be taking on Pakistan (PAK) at the Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui, New Zealand, on Saturday, April 05 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
Jacob Duffy
- ODI Series Form: 5 wickets in 2 matches
- 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.
Muhammad Abbas
- ODI Series Form: 93 runs and 1 wicket in 2 matches
- Muhammad Abbas, from New Zealand, offers both right-handed batting and left-arm medium-fast bowling capabilities. He is in good form with the bat and also picking up wickets for his team and could be a great pick for the upcoming match.
Daryl Mitchell
- ODI Series Form: 94 runs in 2 matches
- Right-handed batter Daryl Mitchell is one of the best ODI players for New Zealand, who can keep scoring runs when it matters the most for his team in the long format. He could be an excellent pick for the upcoming game.
Pakistan
Babar Azam
- ODI Series Form: 79 runs in 2 matches
- The right-handed batter Babar Azam will be key to Pakistan's batting lineup. Babar failed in the last game but will aim to score big in the upcoming match. He is a must-pick for this game.
Sufiyan Muqeem
- ODI Series Form: 2 wickets in 1 match
- Sufiyan Muqeem is a top class spin bowler who showcased his potential in the last match. He is expected to be amongst the wickets in the upcoming matches.
Faheem Ashraf
- ODI Series Form: 73 runs and 1 wicket in 1 match
- Pakistan cricket team all-rounder Faheem Ashraf showcased brilliant all-round performances in the last game. He has the ability to contribute in both innings and is a hot pick for the fantasy contests.
NZ vs PAK 3rd ODI Weather And Pitch Today
Factor | Expected Conditions |
Weather | Mostly Sunny |
Pitch | Balanced |
Weather - According to AccuWeather, the weather will be mostly sunny, pleasant and less humid. The temperature will be in-between 24°C-12°C and there is 1% chances of rain during the game.
Pitch Report - The surface at Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui generally offers a hint of seam movement to the fast bowlers early on with the new ball. However, the pitch flattens and favors the batters as the match progresses.
Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui - Record Of Chasing Teams in ODI
10 ODI matches have been played at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui so far; out of it, 5 matches have been won by the chasing side. The skipper winning the toss will prefer to bowl first on this ground depending on the recent records.
NZ vs PAK 3rd ODI Captain And Vice-captain Picks
Contests | Captain | Vice-captain |
Head to Head Contests | Muhammad Abbas | Jacob Duffy |
Small League Contests | Babar Azam | Mitchell Hay |
Grand League Contests | Daryl Mitchell | Faheem Ashraf |
NZ vs PAK 3rd ODI Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues
Wicketkeepers: Mitchell Hay
Batters: Babar Azam, Nick Kelly, Daryl Mitchell
All-rounders: Agha Salman, Muhammad Abbas, Michael Bracewell, Faheem Ashraf
Bowlers: Jacob Duffy, Nathan Smith, Akif Javed
Captain: Muhammad Abbas
Vice-captain: Jacob Duffy
NZ vs PAK 3rd ODI Fantasy Team for Winner Takes All/ Grand Leagues
Wicketkeepers: Mitchell Hay, Mohammad Rizwan
Batters: Babar Azam, Daryl Mitchell
All-rounders: Agha Salman, Muhammad Abbas, Faheem Ashraf
Bowlers: Jacob Duffy, Ben Sears, Naseem Shah, Haris Rauf
Captain: Daryl Mitchell
Vice-captain: Faheem Ashraf
NZ vs PAK 3rd ODI Expert Advice
The pitch at Bay Oval offers balanced conditions. Hence, selecting equal number of bowlers, batters and all-rounders team will be preferred for the game.