New Zealand National Cricket Team Vs Pakistan National Cricket Team

New Zealand National Cricket Team Vs Pakistan National Cricket Team

New Zealand National Cricket Team Vs Pakistan National Cricket Team represents one of cricket’s most evenly contested and enduring rivalries, spanning seven decades since their first encounter in 1955. 

With Pakistan holding slight advantages in Tests (25-14) and ODIs (61-57), while T20Is remain virtually tied, this matchup consistently delivers competitive cricket across all formats. Recent encounters have seen momentum shift toward New Zealand, including their commanding 3-0 ODI series whitewash in April 2025, setting the stage for continued fierce competition between these two cricketing nations. 

From Karachi’s inaugural Test to modern-day Champions Trophy clashes, this rivalry continues to showcase the unpredictable and captivating nature of international cricket.

Table of Contents

New Zealand National Cricket Team Vs Pakistan National Cricket Team Match Scorecard

New Zealand vs Pakistan – 3rd ODI Scorecard

Match Result

  • New Zealand won by 43 runs
  • Venue: Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui
  • Date: April 5, 2025
  • Player of the Match: Michael Bracewell (59 runs from 40 balls with 6 sixes & 1/39 bowling)

New Zealand Innings – 264/8 (42 overs)

  • Top Scorers:
    • Michael Bracewell: 59* (40 balls, 1×4, 6×6)
    • Rhys Mariu: 58 (61 balls, 6×4, 2×6)
    • Daryl Mitchell: 43 (53 balls, 3×4, 1×6)
    • Henry Nicholls: 31 (40 balls, 1×4)
  • Fall of Wickets:
    • 1-13 (Nick Kelly), 2-91 (Henry Nicholls), 3-103 (Rhys Mariu), 4-164 (Tim Seifert), 5-186 (Daryl Mitchell), 6-211 (Muhammad Abbas), 7-244 (Mitchell Hay), 8-264 (Michael Bracewell)
  • Pakistan Bowling:
    • Akif Javed: 8-1-62-4
    • Naseem Shah: 9-0-54-2

Pakistan Innings – 221 all out (40 overs)

  • Top Scorers:
    • Babar Azam: 50 (58 balls, 4×4, 1×6)
    • Mohammad Rizwan: 37 (32 balls, 2×4, 1×6)
    • Abdullah Shafique: 33 (56 balls, 3×4)
    • Faheem Ashraf: 33 (31 balls, 2×4, 1×6)
  • Fall of Wickets:
    • 1-73 (Abdullah Shafique), 2-97 (Usman Khan), 3-108 (Babar Azam), 4-135 (Salman Agha), 5-169 (Mohammad Rizwan), 6-176 (Faheem Ashraf), 7-212 (Naseem Shah), 8-212 (Mohammad Wasim), 9-218 (Tayyab Tahir), 10-221 (Sufiyan Muqeem)
  • New Zealand Bowling:
    • Ben Sears: 9-0-34-5
    • Jacob Duffy: 7-0-40-2
    • Michael Bracewell: 8-0-39-1

Series Result

  • New Zealand completed a 3-0 ODI series whitewash over Pakistan
  • Player of the Series: Ben Sears (New Zealand)
New Zealand National Cricket Team Vs Pakistan National Cricket Team Timeline

Pre-Cricket Relations

  • Both teams became full ICC members after gaining independence (Pakistan in 1947, New Zealand earlier)
  • Cricket became a bridge between the two Commonwealth nations

1950s – The Beginning

1955-56: First Ever Encounters

  • October 13-17, 1955: First Test match at National Stadium, Karachi
    • Pakistan won by an innings and 1 run
    • Historic debut of Pakistan-New Zealand cricket rivalry
  • 1955-56 Test Series: Pakistan won 2-0 (3 matches)
    • Pakistan captain: Abdul Hafeez Kardar
    • New Zealand captain: Harry Cave
    • Key Pakistani players: Hanif Mohammad, Khan Mohammad, Zulfiqar Ahmed

1960s – Early Development

1964-65 Series

  • New Zealand toured Pakistan again
  • Pakistan continued dominance in home conditions

1965: New Zealand’s First Test Victory

  • New Zealand achieved their first Test win against Pakistan at Rawalpindi
  • Breakthrough moment for Kiwi cricket

1970s – Expanding Formats

1972-73: Pakistan Tours New Zealand

  • February 2-5, 1973: 1st Test at Wellington – Match drawn
    • Pakistan 357 & 290/6d; New Zealand 325 & 78/3
  • February 7-10, 1973: 2nd Test at Dunedin – Pakistan won by innings & 166 runs
    • Pakistan 507/6d; New Zealand 156 & 185
  • February 16-19, 1973: 3rd Test at Auckland – Match drawn
    • Pakistan 402 & 271; New Zealand 402 & 92/3

1973: First ODI Encounter

  • First One-Day International between the teams
  • Beginning of limited-overs rivalry

1979 Cricket World Cup

  • First meeting in ICC tournament
  • Pakistan defeated New Zealand by 4 wickets at Leeds
  • Marked beginning of World Cup rivalry

1980s-1990s – Competitive Era

Regular Bilateral Series

  • Both teams established as regular opponents
  • Tours became more frequent
  • Emergence of star players on both sides

1999 Cricket World Cup Semi-Final

  • June 17, 1999: One of the most memorable encounters
  • Pakistan defeated New Zealand by 9 wickets at Old Trafford
  • Saeed Anwar scored unbeaten 113* to lead Pakistan to World Cup final
  • Crushing defeat for New Zealand’s World Cup dreams

2000s – Modern Era Competition

Regular Test Series

  • Competitive matches in both countries
  • New Zealand becoming more competitive at home
  • Pakistan strong in home conditions

T20 Cricket Introduction (2005)

  • First T20I matches between the teams
  • New dimension to the rivalry

2010s – Recent Encounters

2014-16 Series

  • Various formats played regularly
  • Close contests in all formats

2018: UAE Test Series

  • November 16-19, 2018: 1st Test at Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi
    • New Zealand won by 4 runs (NZ 153 & 249; Pak 227 & 171)
  • November 24-27, 2018: 2nd Test at Dubai International Cricket Stadium
    • Pakistan won by innings & 16 runs (Pak 418/5d; NZ 90 & 312)
  • December 3-6, 2018: 3rd Test at Sheikh Zayed Stadium
    • Close series in neutral venue

2020s – Current Era

2020-2021: Tours Resumed Post-COVID

  • Series played under bio-secure protocols
  • Competitive matches in all formats

2024-25: Recent Series

  • 2024: Various bilateral encounters
  • December 2024 – January 2025: New Zealand tour of Pakistan
  • March-April 2025: Pakistan tour of New Zealand
    • New Zealand completed 3-0 ODI series whitewash
    • Final ODI: April 5, 2025 at Mount Maunganui (NZ won by 43 runs)

2025: ICC Champions Trophy

  • February 19, 2025: Group A match at Karachi
  • Latest chapter in their tournament rivalry

Overall Head-to-Head Records (as of 2025)

Test Matches

  • Total Matches: 62
  • Pakistan Wins: 25
  • New Zealand Wins: 14
  • Draws: 23

ODI Matches

  • Total Matches: 122
  • Pakistan Wins: 61
  • New Zealand Wins: 57
  • Ties/No Results: 4

T20I Matches

  • Total Matches: 49
  • Pakistan Wins: 24
  • New Zealand Wins: 23
  • Ties/No Results: 2

Notable Milestones

Historic Firsts

  • 1955: First Test match
  • 1973: First ODI
  • 2005: First T20I
  • 1979: First World Cup encounter

Memorable Moments

  • 1965: New Zealand’s first Test victory vs Pakistan
  • 1999: Pakistan’s World Cup semi-final triumph
  • 2018: Thrilling 4-run Test victory for New Zealand in UAE
  • 2025: New Zealand’s ODI series whitewash

Current Status

  • Competitive rivalry across all formats
  • Pakistan slightly ahead in Tests and ODIs
  • Very close contest in T20Is
  • Regular bilateral series continue
  • Both teams feature in ICC tournaments as regular opponents
New Zealand National Cricket Team Vs Pakistan National Cricket Team Players

NEW ZEALAND CRICKET TEAM

Current Leadership

  • Captain: Tom Latham (Tests), Michael Bracewell (ODIs), Daryl Mitchell (T20Is)
  • Vice-Captain: Daryl Mitchell / Kane Williamson
  • Coach: Gary Stead (replaced by new coach in June 2025)

Key Batsmen

Top Order

  • Tom Latham (Captain)
    • Role: Opening batsman, wicket-keeper
    • Format specialist: Tests, ODIs
    • Known for: Solid technique, leadership qualities
  • Kane Williamson
    • Role: Top-order batsman, former captain
    • Format specialist: All formats
    • Known for: Classical technique, calm temperament, strategic mind
  • Devon Conway
    • Role: Top-order batsman, wicket-keeper
    • Format specialist: All formats
    • Known for: Aggressive batting, versatility
  • Daryl Mitchell
    • Role: All-rounder, current T20I captain
    • Format specialist: All formats
    • Known for: Power hitting, useful medium pace

Middle Order

  • Henry Nicholls
    • Role: Middle-order batsman
    • Format specialist: Tests, ODIs
    • Known for: Steady accumulator, crisis man
  • Glenn Phillips
    • Role: Middle-order batsman, part-time keeper
    • Format specialist: T20Is, ODIs
    • Known for: Explosive batting, athletic fielding
  • Michael Bracewell
    • Role: All-rounder, ODI captain
    • Format specialist: ODIs, T20Is
    • Known for: Big hitting, off-spin bowling

All-Rounders

  • Rachin Ravindra
    • Role: All-rounder
    • Format specialist: All formats
    • Known for: Left-hand batting, left-arm spin
  • Mark Chapman
    • Role: All-rounder
    • Format specialist: ODIs, T20Is
    • Known for: Versatile batting positions, part-time spin

Fast Bowlers

  • Ben Sears
    • Role: Fast bowler
    • Format specialist: ODIs, T20Is
    • Known for: Pace, death bowling, recently took back-to-back five-wicket hauls
  • Matt Henry
    • Role: Fast bowler
    • Format specialist: All formats
    • Known for: Swing bowling, consistent line and length
  • Jacob Duffy
    • Role: Fast bowler
    • Format specialist: ODIs, T20Is
    • Known for: Pace variations, wicket-taking ability
  • William O’Rourke
    • Role: Fast bowler
    • Format specialist: Tests
    • Known for: Height, bounce, emerging talent

Spinners

  • Mitchell Santner
    • Role: Left-arm spinner, all-rounder
    • Format specialist: All formats
    • Known for: Economical bowling, useful lower-order batting
  • Ish Sodhi
    • Role: Leg-spinner
    • Format specialist: T20Is, ODIs
    • Known for: Wicket-taking ability, variations

Recently Retired/Notable Mentions

  • Tim Southee (Recently retired 2025)
    • Former pace spearhead and captain
    • New Zealand’s leading wicket-taker in T20Is

PAKISTAN CRICKET TEAM

Current Leadership

  • Captain: Mohammad Rizwan (ODIs, Tests), Salman Ali Agha (T20Is)
  • Vice-Captain: Salman Ali Agha (ODIs), Various (T20Is)
  • Coach: Jason Gillespie (Test), Azhar Mahmood (White-ball)

Key Batsmen

Top Order

  • Babar Azam
    • Role: Top-order batsman, former captain
    • Format specialist: All formats
    • Known for: Classical technique, consistency, run accumulation
    • Status: Dropped from T20I squad but remains in ODI setup
  • Mohammad Rizwan (Captain)
    • Role: Wicket-keeper batsman, captain
    • Format specialist: All formats
    • Known for: Aggressive keeping, reliable batting, leadership
  • Abdullah Shafique
    • Role: Opening batsman
    • Format specialist: Tests, ODIs
    • Known for: Solid technique, patience
  • Imam-ul-Haq
    • Role: Opening batsman
    • Format specialist: ODIs, Tests
    • Known for: Left-handed batting, consistent starts

Middle Order

  • Saud Shakeel
    • Role: Middle-order batsman
    • Format specialist: Tests, ODIs
    • Known for: Left-handed batting, temperament
  • Kamran Ghulam
    • Role: Middle-order batsman
    • Format specialist: Tests, ODIs
    • Known for: Emerging talent, solid technique
  • Tayyab Tahir
    • Role: Middle-order batsman
    • Format specialist: ODIs, T20Is
    • Known for: Aggressive approach, young talent

All-Rounders

  • Salman Ali Agha (T20I Captain)
    • Role: All-rounder, T20I captain
    • Format specialist: All formats
    • Known for: Off-spin bowling, middle-order batting, leadership
  • Faheem Ashraf
    • Role: All-rounder
    • Format specialist: All formats
    • Known for: Fast-medium bowling, lower-order hitting
    • Status: 2017 Champions Trophy winner
  • Khushdil Shah
    • Role: All-rounder
    • Format specialist: T20Is, ODIs
    • Known for: Left-handed power hitting, left-arm spin

Fast Bowlers

  • Shaheen Shah Afridi
    • Role: Left-arm fast bowler
    • Format specialist: All formats
    • Known for: Pace, swing, wicket-taking ability
    • Status: Key pace spearhead
  • Naseem Shah
    • Role: Fast bowler
    • Format specialist: All formats
    • Known for: Raw pace, reverse swing
  • Haris Rauf
    • Role: Fast bowler
    • Format specialist: T20Is, ODIs
    • Known for: Express pace, death bowling
  • Mohammad Hasnain
    • Role: Fast bowler
    • Format specialist: T20Is, ODIs
    • Known for: Pace, emerging talent
  • Akif Javed
    • Role: Fast bowler
    • Format specialist: ODIs
    • Known for: Recent standout performances, took 4 wickets in last ODI vs NZ

Spinners

  • Abrar Ahmed
    • Role: Leg-spinner
    • Format specialist: Tests, ODIs
    • Known for: Variations, mystery spin
  • Sufiyan Muqeem
    • Role: Leg-spinner
    • Format specialist: ODIs, T20Is
    • Known for: Wicket-taking ability, emerging talent

Wicket-Keepers

  • Mohammad Rizwan (Primary keeper-captain)
  • Usman Khan (Backup keeper-batsman)

HEAD-TO-HEAD PLAYER MATCHUPS

Batting Duels

  • Kane Williamson vs Babar Azam: Two of the most technically sound batsmen
  • Tom Latham vs Mohammad Rizwan: Captains and wicket-keepers
  • Devon Conway vs Abdullah Shafique: Aggressive vs steady openers

Bowling Battles

  • Ben Sears vs Shaheen Afridi: Pace vs pace with swing
  • Mitchell Santner vs Abrar Ahmed: Spin duel – left-arm orthodox vs leg-spin
  • Matt Henry vs Naseem Shah: Experience vs raw pace

All-Rounder Contest

  • Michael Bracewell vs Salman Ali Agha: Both captains and spin-bowling all-rounders
  • Daryl Mitchell vs Faheem Ashraf: Power hitters with medium pace

RECENT FORM & CHANGES (2025)

New Zealand Changes

  • New coach appointed after Gary Stead
  • Tim Southee retired from international cricket
  • Ben Sears emerged as key fast bowler with multiple five-wicket hauls
  • Michael Bracewell established as ODI captain

Pakistan Changes

  • Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan dropped from T20I squad
  • Salman Ali Agha appointed T20I captain
  • Mohammad Rizwan retained as ODI/Test captain
  • Focus on developing young talents like Tayyab Tahir and Sufiyan Muqeem

Current Squad Dynamics

  • New Zealand: Balanced squad with experienced core and emerging talents
  • Pakistan: Transition phase with leadership changes and youth integration

LEGENDARY PAST PLAYERS

New Zealand Legends

  • Martin Crowe: Batting maestro
  • Richard Hadlee: Greatest fast bowler
  • Stephen Fleming: Long-serving captain
  • Daniel Vettori: Spin bowling legend
  • Brendon McCullum: Aggressive captain and batsman

Pakistan Legends

  • Imran Khan: Captain of 1992 World Cup winners
  • Wasim Akram: Left-arm fast bowling legend
  • Waqar Younis: Reverse swing master
  • Inzamam-ul-Haq: Batting stalwart
  • Saqlain Mushtaq: Off-spin pioneer
  • Javed Miandad: Batting legend

UPCOMING PLAYER BATTLES (2025-26)

  • Champions Trophy 2025 encounters
  • Bilateral series matchups
  • Emerging players seeking to establish themselves
  • Captaincy battles between different leaders across formats
New Zealand National Cricket Team Vs Pakistan National Cricket Team Stats

OVERALL HEAD-TO-HEAD SUMMARY

All Formats Combined (1955-2025)

  • Total Matches: 233+
  • Pakistan Wins: 110
  • New Zealand Wins: 94
  • Draws/Ties/No Results: 29+
  • First Meeting: October 13, 1955 (Test match in Karachi)

TEST MATCH STATISTICS

Overall Test Record

  • Total Test Matches: 62 matches
  • Pakistan Wins: 25 victories
  • New Zealand Wins: 14 victories
  • Draws: 23 matches
  • Win Percentage: Pakistan 40.3%, New Zealand 22.6%, Draws 37.1%

Test Series Records

  • First Test: October 13-17, 1955 (Pakistan won by innings & 1 run)
  • New Zealand’s First Win: 1965 at Rawalpindi
  • Most Recent Series: 2024-25 (Various venues)

Test Match Venues

  • In Pakistan: Pakistan dominance historically
  • In New Zealand: More competitive, New Zealand slightly better
  • Neutral Venues: Limited matches (UAE series 2018)

Notable Test Statistics

  • Highest Team Totals:
    • Pakistan: 643/6d vs New Zealand
    • New Zealand: 690/8d vs Pakistan
  • Lowest Team Totals:
    • Pakistan: 102 vs New Zealand
    • New Zealand: 93 vs Pakistan

ONE DAY INTERNATIONAL (ODI) STATISTICS

Overall ODI Record

  • Total ODI Matches: 122 matches
  • Pakistan Wins: 61 victories
  • New Zealand Wins: 57 victories
  • No Results: 3 matches
  • Tied Matches: 1 match
  • Win Percentage: Pakistan 50.8%, New Zealand 47.5%

ODI Series Records

  • First ODI: 1973 (First limited-overs encounter)
  • Most Recent Series: April 2025 (New Zealand won 3-0)
  • Close Overall Contest: Very competitive rivalry

Notable ODI Statistics

  • Highest Team Totals:
    • Pakistan: 377/6 vs New Zealand
    • New Zealand: 402/2 vs Pakistan
  • Lowest Team Totals:
    • Pakistan: 74 vs New Zealand
    • New Zealand: 108 vs Pakistan

ODI Venue Records

  • In Pakistan: Pakistan advantage
  • In New Zealand: New Zealand slight edge
  • Neutral Venues: World Cups and other tournaments

T20 INTERNATIONAL STATISTICS

Overall T20I Record

  • Total T20I Matches: ~49 matches (estimated)
  • Pakistan Wins: ~24 victories
  • New Zealand Wins: ~23 victories
  • Ties/No Results: ~2 matches
  • Win Percentage: Pakistan 50.0%, New Zealand 47.9%

T20I Series Records

  • First T20I: 2007 (Format introduction)
  • Most Recent Series: 2024-25 encounters
  • Closest Format: Most competitive across all formats

WORLD CUP & ICC TOURNAMENT RECORDS

Cricket World Cup Encounters

  • 1979 World Cup: Pakistan won by 4 wickets
  • 1992 World Cup: Pakistan won by 7 wickets
  • 1999 World Cup Semi-Final: Pakistan won by 9 wickets (Saeed Anwar 113*)
  • 2003 World Cup: Pakistan won by 7 wickets
  • 2007 World Cup: New Zealand won by 6 wickets
  • 2011 World Cup: Pakistan won by 110 runs
  • 2015 World Cup: New Zealand won by 4 wickets
  • 2019 World Cup: Pakistan won by 6 wickets
  • 2023 World Cup: New Zealand won by 21 runs

T20 World Cup Meetings

  • Multiple encounters across various T20 World Cups
  • Close contests with wins shared

Champions Trophy

  • 2017: Pakistan (Champions)
  • 2025: Both teams qualified for current tournament

HOME vs AWAY PERFORMANCE

Pakistan’s Home Record vs New Zealand

  • Tests: Strong dominance (Win rate ~60%)
  • ODIs: Clear advantage (Win rate ~65%)
  • T20Is: Competitive edge (Win rate ~55%)

New Zealand’s Home Record vs Pakistan

  • Tests: Competitive advantage (Win rate ~45%)
  • ODIs: Slight edge (Win rate ~52%)
  • T20Is: Balanced contest (Win rate ~50%)

INDIVIDUAL RECORDS & MILESTONES

Highest Individual Scores

Tests:

  • Pakistan: Younis Khan 313* vs New Zealand (2009)
  • New Zealand: Martin Crowe 299 vs Pakistan (1989)

ODIs:

  • Pakistan: Saeed Anwar 194 vs New Zealand (1997)
  • New Zealand: Martin Guptill 189* vs Pakistan (2015)

T20Is:

  • Pakistan: Babar Azam 122* vs New Zealand (2018)
  • New Zealand: Colin Munro 109* vs Pakistan (2018)

Best Bowling Figures

Tests:

  • Pakistan: Wasim Akram 7/119 vs New Zealand
  • New Zealand: Richard Hadlee 9/52 vs Pakistan

ODIs:

  • Pakistan: Shaheen Afridi 6/35 vs New Zealand
  • New Zealand: Matt Henry 7/23 vs Pakistan

RECENT FORM (2020-2025)

Last 10 Encounters (All Formats)

  • New Zealand Wins: 6
  • Pakistan Wins: 4
  • Recent Momentum: New Zealand trending upward

2025 Performance

  • ODI Series (April 2025): New Zealand won 3-0
  • Champions Trophy 2025: Ongoing tournament

FORMAT-WISE WIN PERCENTAGES

Test Matches (62 matches)

  • Pakistan: 40.3% (25 wins)
  • New Zealand: 22.6% (14 wins)
  • Draws: 37.1% (23 draws)

ODI Matches (122 matches)

  • Pakistan: 50.8% (61 wins)
  • New Zealand: 47.5% (57 wins)
  • Ties/NR: 1.7% (4 matches)

T20I Matches (~49 matches)

  • Pakistan: ~50.0% (24 wins)
  • New Zealand: ~47.9% (23 wins)
  • Ties/NR: ~2.1% (2 matches)

STATISTICAL TRENDS

Historical Patterns

  • 1955-1980: Pakistan dominated across formats
  • 1980-2000: More competitive with New Zealand improvements
  • 2000-2015: Balanced contests, Pakistan slight edge
  • 2015-2025: New Zealand resurgence, very close overall

Current Trajectory

  • Test Cricket: Pakistan still ahead but gap narrowing
  • ODI Cricket: Extremely close, slight Pakistan edge
  • T20I Cricket: Most competitive format between the teams

Key Statistics Summary

  • Most Competitive Format: T20I (virtually tied)
  • Pakistan’s Strongest: Test cricket (historical dominance)
  • New Zealand’s Best: Recent ODI form and home conditions
  • Overall: One of cricket’s most balanced rivalries

UPCOMING STATISTICAL MILESTONES

  • Both teams approaching 250 total encounters
  • T20I head-to-head reaching 50+ matches
  • Potential for series leveling in various formats
  • Champions Trophy 2025 adding to tournament statistics
Where To Watch New Zealand National Cricket Team Vs Pakistan National Cricket Team

📺 INDIA

Television Channels

  • Sony Sports Network – Live coverage of bilateral series
  • Star Sports Network and Sports18 – ICC Champions Trophy 2025

Live Streaming Platforms

  • SonyLiv – Official streaming app and website for bilateral series
  • FanCode – Alternative streaming platform
  • Amazon Prime – Select matches

Free Options

  • Highlights and delayed coverage on various digital platforms
  • Social media clips and updates

🇳🇿 NEW ZEALAND

Television Channels

  • Sky Sport New Zealand – Primary broadcaster for New Zealand cricket
  • Sky TV has secured cricket rights through 2026 in a six-year deal

Live Streaming

  • Sky Sport Now and SkyGo app – Digital streaming options
  • Sky Sport Now – Dedicated streaming service

Notes for New Zealand

  • Coverage moved back to Sky Television from 2025
  • Both home and away matches covered

🇵🇰 PAKISTAN

Television Channels

  • Ten Sports – Primary broadcaster for series
  • Pakistan Television (PTV) – State broadcaster with local coverage

Live Streaming

  • Tapmad – Primary streaming platform for Pakistan viewers
  • Various local streaming services

Notes for Pakistan

  • PCB has negotiated broadcasting deals across multiple regions

🌏 OTHER REGIONS

United Kingdom

  • Sky Sports – Through PCB’s broadcasting deal
  • Digital streaming via Sky Go and Now TV

North America (USA/Canada)

  • Willow TV – Dedicated cricket broadcaster
  • ESPN+ (select matches)

Caribbean

  • Flow Sports – Regional broadcaster

Africa

  • SuperSport – Coverage across 52 Sub-Saharan territories
  • SuperSport app for streaming

Australia

  • Fox Cricket / Kayo Sports (select matches)
  • Free-to-air options for major tournaments

🏆 SPECIFIC TOURNAMENT COVERAGE

ICC Champions Trophy 2025

  • All matches including Pakistan vs New Zealand opener
  • Comprehensive coverage across all major broadcasters globally

Bilateral Series Coverage

  • Recent New Zealand vs Pakistan T20I series covered on Sony Network (India)
  • Pakistan tour of New Zealand 2025 available on FanCode

📱 DIGITAL & MOBILE OPTIONS

Official Apps

  • SonyLiv (India)
  • Sky Sport Now (New Zealand)
  • Tapmad (Pakistan)
  • FanCode (Multi-region)

Social Media Coverage

  • Official team Twitter accounts for live updates
  • YouTube highlights (post-match)
  • Facebook live streams (select matches)

Cricket-Specific Platforms

  • FanCode – Comprehensive cricket coverage with scores and highlights
  • ESPNCricinfo app for live scores and commentary

💰 PRICING & SUBSCRIPTION INFO

Free Options

  • Highlights on YouTube
  • Live scores on cricket websites
  • Social media updates
  • Some matches on free-to-air TV in certain regions

Paid Options

  • SonyLiv: Subscription-based streaming
  • Sky Sport: Premium cable/satellite package
  • FanCode: Match-by-match or monthly passes
  • Willow TV: Cricket-focused subscription

⚡ QUICK ACCESS GUIDE

For Live Matches Right Now

  1. Check your region in the guide above
  2. Visit the primary broadcaster’s website/app
  3. Sign up/log in to streaming platforms
  4. Follow official team accounts for backup options

For Upcoming Matches

  • Champions Trophy 2025 matches ongoing
  • Check cricket calendars for bilateral series schedules
  • Set reminders on streaming platforms

Emergency Backup Options

  • Cricket radio commentary
  • Live text commentary on ESPNCricinfo
  • Social media live updates
  • Sports news apps with live scores

The New Zealand vs Pakistan cricket rivalry stands as a testament to the evolving nature of international cricket, where historical dominance has given way to fierce modern competition. 

What began with Pakistan’s commanding victory in Karachi in 1955 has transformed into one of cricket’s most balanced contests, with barely separating the two nations across all formats. As both teams continue to nurture emerging talents like Ben Sears and Akif Javed while relying on established stars, their encounters promise to remain unpredictable and entertaining. 

With the ongoing Champions Trophy 2025 and future bilateral series on the horizon, this seven-decade rivalry shows no signs of losing its competitive edge, ensuring cricket fans worldwide will continue to witness compelling battles between these two proud cricketing nations.

When did New Zealand and Pakistan first play cricket against each other?

New Zealand and Pakistan first played cricket on October 13-17, 1955, in a Test match at National Stadium, Karachi. Pakistan won by an innings and 1 run, marking the beginning of their 70-year cricket rivalry.

Which team has the better overall record between New Zealand and Pakistan?

Pakistan holds slight advantages in Tests (25-14 wins) and ODIs (61-57 wins), while T20Is are virtually tied (24-23 in Pakistan’s favor). Overall, Pakistan leads but the gap has significantly narrowed in recent years.

What is the most memorable match between these two teams?

The 1999 Cricket World Cup semi-final is widely considered the most memorable, where Pakistan defeated New Zealand by 9 wickets with Saeed Anwar scoring an unbeaten 113* to send Pakistan to the World Cup final.

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