When Will PAK vs NZ 1st ODI Match Start?

Sakshi Sharma

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Pakistan and New Zealand are set to face off in a thrilling three-match ODI series, starting on Saturday, March 29, at McLean Park in Napier. The series will continue with matches at Seddon Park in Hamilton on April 2 and Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui on April 5. 

New Zealand vs Pakistan ODI Series 

It is important to note that New Zealand has suffered a blow ahead of the series, with Tom Latham being ruled out due to a fractured right hand sustained during training. This injury will keep Latham out of the ODI series, and in his absence, all-rounder Michael Bracewell has been named the captain of the Black Caps. 

New Zealand will be looking to carry the momentum from their dominant 4-1 victory in the recent T20I series against Pakistan.

On the other side, Pakistan will be aiming to bounce back after losing the T20I series to New Zealand. The Pakistan squad sees the return of some crucial players, including Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan, who were missing during the T20I series. Their presence is expected to add more stability and firepower to Pakistan’s batting lineup. 

In addition, Haris Rauf, who was initially omitted, has been brought back into the squad following an impressive performance in the T20I series. 

When Will The PAK vs NZ 1st ODI Match Start?

The first ODI between Pakistan and New Zealand will be played on Saturday, March 29, at the McLean Park in Napier. The live action will begin at 3:30 PM IST. 

PAK vs NZ: What Happened The Last Time These Two Teams Met In ODI?

The last time Pakistan faced New Zealand was in the 1st Match at Karachi in the Champions Trophy, Feb 19 2025. Talking about the match New Zealand won by 60 runs. 

NZ posted an impressive total of 320/5 runs, powered by Will Young and Tom Latham's excellent centuries. Chasing the target, Pakistan was all out at 260 runs, however, Babar Azam and Khushdil Shah still managed decent knocks.