In the eagerly anticipated cricketing event of 2024, the cricketing nations of Pakistan and New Zealand are set to engage in a riveting battle on the field as part of the Pakistan Tour of New Zealand. This highly anticipated series promises to be a spectacle for cricket enthusiasts, showcasing the talent and competitive spirit of two cricketing powerhouses. As the cricketing world turns its attention to this clash between Pakistan and New Zealand, the anticipation is palpable, with fans eagerly awaiting the unfolding drama, skilful performances, and thrilling moments that are bound to define this cricketing spectacle.
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The tour holds particular significance as it marks the continuation of the cricketing rivalry between Pakistan and New Zealand, both teams boasting a rich history of competitive encounters on the international stage. The cricketing fraternity is abuzz with excitement as these two nations prepare to face off in various formats, unleashing a display of strategic brilliance, athletic prowess, and unyielding determination. Beyond the boundaries of the cricket field, the tour also serves as a platform for cultural exchange and camaraderie, fostering the spirit of sportsmanship and unity between the cricketing communities of Pakistan and New Zealand. As the countdown to this momentous event begins, cricket fans worldwide are poised to witness an unforgettable chapter in the cricketing history of these nations.
Squad of Pakistan for the series against New Zealand 2024
Shaheen Afridi(C), Muhammad Rizwan(vc), Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Iftikhar Ahmad, Haseebullah Khan, Saim Ayub, Azam Khan, Sahibzada Farhan, Aamir Jamal, Muhammad Nawaz, Muhammad Waseem Jnr, Abbass Afridi, Harris Rauf, Zaman Khan, Abrar Ahmad and Usama Mir.
Squad of New Zealand
Kane Williamson (capt) (except game 3), Finn Allen, Tim Seifert (wk), Devon Conway (wk), Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, Josh Clarkson (game 3 only), Mitchell Santner, Matt Henry, Adam Milne, Ish Sodhi, Tim Southee, Ben Sears (games 1 & 2), Lockie Ferguson (games 3, 4 & 5)
Schedule of Pakistan vs New Zealand series 2024
Venues of Pak vs Nz T20 series 2024
With a capacity of 50,000, Eden Park is easily the largest stadium in New Zealand. Home to Auckland cricket since 1910, Eden Park also doubles up as a prominent rugby venue during winter. It became the first venue to host two Rugby World Cup finals in 2011, having held the inaugural final in 1987.
It may be recalled that New Zealand tasted their first Test success at Eden Park against West Indies in 1955-56. Looking through the other end of the spectrum, it also played host when New Zealand crashed to their lowest total in Test cricket - against England in 1955.
Interestingly Eden Park, which is located in the suburb of Kingsland less than 3km from the CBD, has also been the stage for hockey. British royalty and Dalai Lama. It will be the scene of one of the semi-finals in the upcoming ICC Cricket World Cup 2015.
How does the pitch play?
Eden Park features a drop-in pitch and is generally slowish. Good for batting and is hard on the bowlers.
What is a drop-in pitch?
A drop-in pitch is a cricket pitch which is prepared away from the ground or venue in which it is used, and literally "dropped in" to place for a cricket match. This allows multi-purpose venues to host other sports and events with more versatility than a dedicated cricket ground would allow.
Named after former New Zealand Prime Minister, Richard John Seddon, Seddon Park, is the 4th largest ground in New Zealand. Originally a cricket ground, the venue has also been used for hockey, rugby and rugby league matches. Previously named as Trust Bank Park, the stadium has reverted to its original name at the end of the bank sponsorship.
The stadium hosted its first One Day International on 15 February 1981. The hosts beat the visiting Indian team by a convincing margin of 57 runs.
How does the pitch play?
Seddon Park is a well-grassed stadium with a centre block of 9 pitches, running approximately North/South. These are usually very good batting tracks.
The University Oval is located at Logan Park, Dunedin, New Zealand. The stadium derives its name from the fact that it was originally owned by the University of Otago. Apart from the Otago Cricket Association, the ground is also home to the University of Otago Rugby Football Club.
The ground makes up for its low seating capacity with picturesque surroundings, including a landscape of trees around the ground. The grass banks are another great feature as these embankments provide the spectators a way to relax and enjoy live cricket at the same time.
Notably, the Umpire Decision Review System (UDRS) was officially used for the first time at this very ground. It was launched during the first Test match between New Zealand and Pakistan in 2009.
The University Oval hosted its first Test match in 2008, between New Zealand and Bangladesh. Till date, the ground has hosted six Tests and only two ODIs.
How does the pitch play?
Weather played a major part in most of the matches played here. A low and slow surface with the Kakanui clay used, grass is the binding agent.
Christchurch waited almost three years since 2011 for international cricket to return to the city. Most parts of the city were severely damaged by the earthquake in February 2011, including Lancaster Park, previously the venue for international cricket in Christchurch. The last game played here was an ODI that involved New Zealand and Pakistan. Later in 2013, Canterbury Cricket got the approval from the Environment Court to develop Hagley Oval as an international venue.
Hagley Oval is situated in the central city of Christchurch. The first time the Plunket Shield, New Zealand's domestic first-class cricket tournament, was played here was in 1907. It is the home ground of Canterbury who have been playing here since 1979. The venue has hosted three Women's Test matches and six Women's ODIs. Apart from that, two World Cup qualifier games were held here in January 2014. Scotland played both the matches, one against Kenya and the other against Canada.
The venue made its Test debut on Boxing Day 2014, when New Zealand and Sri Lanka locked horns to kick off the 2-Test series. It is also the ground which will launch the 2015 World Cup, again involving New Zealand and Sri Lanka.
How does the pitch play?
Only one Test match has been played on this venue. But it has come for praise from New Zealand skipper, Brendon McCullum who noted the pitch kept a good pace throughout the four days' play. Angelo Mathews had this to say about the pitch - "The wicket was very good. It had bounce throughout the game and whoever had the skill could let the ball talk."
Six of these wickets are made of Waikari Clay and five are made from Kakanui clay. The clay is covered with ryegrass.
| Date | Series | Ground | Result | |
| 1 | 22/09/2007 | Pakistan | Newlands | Pakistan won by 6 wickets |
| 2 | 13/06/2009 | Pakistan | Kennington Oval | Pakistan won by 6 wickets |
| 3 | 12/11/2009 | Pakistan | Dubai International Cricket Stadium | Pakistan won by 49 runs |
| 4 | 13/11/2009 | Pakistan | Dubai International Cricket Stadium | Pakistan won by 7 runs |
| 5 | 08/05/2010 | Pakistan | Kensington Oval | New Zealand won by 1 run |
| 6 | 26/12/2010 | Pakistan | Eden Park | New Zealand won by 5 wickets |
| 7 | 28/12/2010 | Pakistan | Seddon Park | New Zealand won by 39 runs |
| 8 | 30/12/2010 | Pakistan | AMI Stadium | Pakistan won by 103 runs |
| 9 | 23/09/2012 | Pakistan | Pallekele International Cricket Stadium | Pakistan won by 13 runs |
| 10 | 04/12/2014 | Pakistan | Dubai International Cricket Stadium | Pakistan won by 7 wickets |
| 11 | 05/12/2014 | Pakistan | Dubai International Cricket Stadium | New Zealand won by 17 runs |
| 12 | 15/01/2016 | Pakistan | Eden Park | Pakistan won by 16 runs |
| 13 | 17/01/2016 | Pakistan | Seddon Park | New Zealand won by 10 wickets |
| 14 | 22/01/2016 | Pakistan | Sky Stadium | New Zealand won by 95 runs |
| 15 | 22/03/2016 | Pakistan | Punjab Cricket Association IS Bindra Stadium | New Zealand won by 22 runs |
| 16 | 22/01/2018 | Pakistan | Sky Stadium | New Zealand won by 7 wickets |
| 17 | 25/01/2018 | Pakistan | Eden Park | Pakistan won by 48 runs |
| 18 | 28/01/2018 | Pakistan | Bay Oval | Pakistan won by 18 runs |
| 19 | 31/10/2018 | Pakistan | Sheikh Zayed Stadium | Pakistan won by 2 runs |
| 20 | 02/11/2018 | Pakistan | Dubai International Cricket Stadium | Pakistan won by 6 wickets |
| 21 | 04/11/2018 | Pakistan | Dubai International Cricket Stadium | Pakistan won by 47 runs |
| 22 | 18/12/2020 | Pakistan | Eden Park | New Zealand won by 5 wickets |
| 23 | 20/12/2020 | Pakistan | Seddon Park | New Zealand won by 9 wickets |
| 24 | 22/12/2020 | Pakistan | McLean Park | Pakistan won by 4 wickets |
| 25 | 26/10/2021 | Pakistan | Sharjah Cricket Stadium | Pakistan won by 5 wickets |
| 26 | 08/10/2022 | Pakistan | Hagley Oval | Pakistan won by 6 wickets |
| 27 | 11/10/2022 | Pakistan | Hagley Oval | New Zealand won by 9 wickets |
| 28 | 14/10/2022 | Pakistan | Hagley Oval | Pakistan won by 5 wickets |
| 29 | 09/11/2022 | Pakistan | Sydney Cricket Ground | Pakistan won by 7 wickets |
| 30 | 14/04/2023 | Pakistan | Gaddafi Stadium | Pakistan won by 88 runs |
| 31 | 15/04/2023 | Pakistan | Gaddafi Stadium | Pakistan won by 38 runs |
| 32 | 17/04/2023 | Pakistan | Gaddafi Stadium | New Zealand won by 4 runs |
| 33 | 20/04/2023 | Pakistan | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium | No Result |
| 34 | 24/04/2023 | Pakistan | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium | New Zealand won by 6 wickets |
| New Zealand: 13 | Pakistan: 20 | Tied: 0 | No Result: 1 |
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