Pakistan Tour of New Zealand 2025: T20I & ODI Series Schedule & Updates

Pakistan Set to Face New Zealand in Exciting Five-Match T20I Series

The highly anticipated five-match T20I series between Pakistan Five-match T20I series to begin from Sunday

Pakistan and New Zealand is set to kick off on Sunday, March 16, with the first game scheduled at Hagley Oval in Christchurch. Led by Salman Ali Agha, the Pakistan squad is eager to make an impact against the Black Caps.

Series Schedule and Venues

The T20I series will unfold across five iconic venues in New Zealand:

• March 16 – 1st T20I at Hagley Oval, Christchurch
• March 18 – 2nd T20I at University Oval, Dunedin
• March 21 – 3rd T20I at Eden Park, Auckland
• March 23 – 4th T20I at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui
• March 26 – 5th T20I at Sky Stadium, Wellington

Following the T20I series, both teams will battle in a three-match ODI series from March 29 to April 5.

Pakistan’s Preparation and Squad Updates

The Pakistan team arrived in Christchurch on Thursday and wasted no time, hitting the ground running with their first training session on Friday afternoon. Before flying out, the squad underwent an intensive pre-series camp in Lahore from March 7 to 10 to fine-tune their skills.

Pakistan's squad includes three uncapped players – Abdul Samad, Hasan Nawaz, and Mohammad Ali – who have earned their spots through stellar performances in domestic cricket.

Pakistan vs. New Zealand – Head-to-Head in T20Is

Pakistan holds the upper hand in T20I clashes between the two nations. Out of 44 matches, Pakistan has won 23, while New Zealand has secured 19 victories. Their last series, played in Pakistan in 2024, ended in a 2-2 tie, with one match being washed out due to rain.

Pakistan’s T20I Squad

1. Salman Ali Agha (Captain)
2. Shadab Khan (Vice-Captain)
3. Abdul Samad
4. Abrar Ahmed
5. Haris Rauf
6. Hasan Nawaz
7. Jahandad Khan
8. Khushdil Shah
9. Mohammad Abbas Afridi
10. Mohammad Ali
11. Mohammad Haris
12. Muhammad Irfan Khan
13. Omair Bin Yousaf
14. Shaheen Shah Afridi
15. Sufyan Moqim
16. Usman Khan

Support Staff

The squad is backed by an experienced team of professionals, including:

• Naveed Akram Cheema – Team Manager
• Aqib Javed – Interim Head Coach
• Azhar Mahmood – Assistant Coach
• Mohammad Yousuf – Batting Coach
• Mohammad Masroor – Fielding Coach
• Cliffe Deacon – Physiotherapist
• Drikus Saiman – Strength & Conditioning Coach
• Talha Butt – Analyst
• Irtiza Komail – Security Manager
• Dr. Wajid Ali Rafai – Team Doctor
• Syed Naeem Ahmad – Media & Digital Manager
• Sergio Basil Mullins – Masseur

ODI Series Schedule

After the T20Is, Pakistan and New Zealand will compete in three ODIs at the following venues:

• March 29 – 1st ODI, McLean Park, Napier
• April 2 – 2nd ODI, Seddon Park, Hamilton
• April 5 – 3rd ODI, Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui

With a mix of experienced players and exciting young talent, Pakistan will look to dominate this tour and gain momentum ahead of future international fixtures. Fans can expect a thrilling series with high-intensity action between these two competitive teams!