New Zealand vs Pakistan prediction: Who will win today’s ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 group 2 match?

The Super 8 Group 2 match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 will see New Zealand face Pakistan at R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo. The match is scheduled for 7:00 PM IST on Saturday, February 21.

Pakistan’s qualification was built on solid group-stage performances, and they enter this match full of confidence. The bowling unit, led by a formidable spin attack, has been their strength, while the top order is scoring runs.

On the other hand, New Zealand have been solid across all departments in the tournament. The top order has laid a strong foundation, and the bowlers have stuck to their plans when the pressure mounted. Having lost only to South Africa, the Kiwis have emerged victorious in three fixtures.

The Super 8 clash between two quality sides promises to be a thrilling encounter, with both teams gunning for a coveted semifinal spot.

NZ vs PAK Match Details

NZ vs PAK head-to-head records in T20I

Pitch Report

The pitch at R. Premadasa Stadium is often bowler-friendly, with the surface tending to slow down as the match progresses. This helps spinners extract more turn and grip, making batting harder as the overs pile up.

NZ vs PAK Probable Best Performers

Key batter to watch out for: Sahibzada Farhan

Sahibzada Farhan is the player to watch out for Pakistan, as he coming scored an unbeaten 100 against Namibia. After a duck against India, Farhan has found his rhythm, and he will be eager to perform against New Zealand.

Key bowler to watch out for: Usman Tariq

The Pakistani spinner has made a significant impact, taking eight wickets in three games. He’s certainly the bowler to keep an eye on in this clash.

NZ vs PAK Match Prediction ICC T20 World Cup 2026

Pakistan will be keen to maintain their winning streak against the Black Caps, while the Colombo pitch could play into their hands. With both sides in great form, they’ll be eager to secure a victory in their Super 8 opener of the T20 World Cup 2026.

NZ vs PAK Probable XIs

New Zealand: Tim Seifert (WK), Mark Chapman, Finn Allen, Rachin Ravindra, Mitchell Santner (C), Glenn Phillips, Daryl Mitchell, Lockie Ferguson, James Neesham, Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy

Pakistan: Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Shadab Khan, Salman Ali Agha (C), Usman Khan (WK), Khawaja Nafay, Mohammad Nawaz, Babar Azam, Salman Mirza, Faheem Ashraf, Usman Tariq

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