The first One Day International (ODI) between New Zealand and Pakistan is scheduled for March 29, 2025, at McLean Park in Napier. The match will commence at 11:00 AM local time, which corresponds to 3:30 AM Pakistan Standard Time.
Tom Latham has been ruled out of the ODI series due to a hand injury. Michael Bracewell will continue as captain, having led New Zealand to a 4-1 victory in the preceding T20 series against Pakistan.
Henry Nicholls replaces Latham in the squad, and Mitch Hay will assume wicket-keeping duties. Rhys Mariu has been called up as batting cover. Additionally, opener Will Young will miss the last two ODIs to be with his wife for the birth of their first child.
PAK vs NZ 1st ODI Match Details
- Series: Pakistan Tour of New Zealand 2025
- Match: PAK vs NZ 1st ODI
- Teams: Pakistan vs New Zealand
- Date: 28 March 2025
- Time: 03:30 AM PST
- Venue: McLean Park in Napier.
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Live Streaming: Available on the SonyLIV app, FanCode, and TVNZ+ (with VPN for international access).
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TV Telecast: Sony Sports Network
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Pakistan vs New Zealand 1st ODI
How to Watch Live in India
Television Broadcast
The Sony Sports Network will broadcast the matches live, catering to viewers nationwide.
Online Streaming
Live streaming is available on the SonyLiv app and website, allowing fans to watch the games on various devices.
How to Watch Live in New Zealand
Details regarding live coverage in New Zealand are yet to be announced. Fans are advised to check local listings and official cricket boards for updates.
Squads
Pakistan Squad: Imam-ul-Haq, Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan (w/c), Abdullah Shafique, Salman Agha, Tayyab Tahir, Khushdil Shah, Faheem Ashraf, Irfan Khan, Abrar Ahmed, Naseem Shah, Mohammad Wasim Jr, Akif Javed, Mohammad Ali, Sufiyan Muqeem, Haris Rauf, Usman Khan
New Zealand Squad: Will Young, Henry Nicholls, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Hay (w), Michael Bracewell (c), Nick Kelly, Muhammad Abbas, Nathan Smith, William O’Rourke, Ben Sears, Jacob Duffy, Adithya Ashok
FAQs:
What time does the match start in Pakistan?
The match starts at 3:30 AM Pakistan Standard Time on March 29, 2025.
Where can I watch the match live?
Broadcasting details will be provided by local sports channels and streaming services closer to the match date.
Who are the key players to watch?
For New Zealand, Michael Bracewell and Glenn Phillips are pivotal. For Pakistan, Babar Azam and Shaheen Afridi are key players.
What is the weather forecast for the match?
Weather conditions can be checked on local weather services as the match date approaches.
How has the pitch behaved in recent matches?
McLean Park has recently favored bowlers, with first-innings scores often below 250.