National Stadium Karachi [Source: @SrAbuBakr/X.com]
Pakistan and New Zealand are set to face off in the opening match of the Champions Trophy 2025. The high-stakes game will take place at the newly-renovated National Stadium in Karachi on Wednesday, February 19.
Pakistan, led by Mohammad Rizwan, are in excellent form. With key players like Babar Azam, Saud Shakeel, Shaheen Afridi, and Naseem Shah in their lineup, the defending champions will be aiming to secure a victory in the opening game and set the tone for the rest of the tournament.
On the other hand, New Zealand have faced challenges recently, with several of their key players sidelined due to injuries, leaving them with a depleted squad for this major event. However, the Kiwis have shown resilience, as demonstrated in the recent tri-nation series, where they won against Pakistan in the final to claim the victory.
As we look forward to this thrilling clash, let's check out the weather forecast.
Weather Report For NZ vs PAK
Weather report [Accuweather.com]
Information | Detail |
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Temperature | 32° |
Wind Speed | W 17 km/h |
Probability of Rain and Thunderstorms | 1% and 0% |
Cloud Cover | 44% |
[Source: Accuweather.com]
The weather at the National Stadium in Karachi is expected to be quite warm, with temperatures reaching 32°C, matching the Real Feel temperature. Throughout the day, the conditions will remain very warm, accompanied by a hazy sun, though a breeze is anticipated in the afternoon, making it slightly more comfortable.
The wind will come from the west at 17 km/h, with occasional gusts reaching up to 44 km/h. The chances of precipitation are minimal, with only a 1% probability of rain and no threat of thunderstorms. Cloud cover will be moderate, at 44%, providing some shade but not fully blocking the sun.