Yesterday, it looked like the weather might spoil the 5th T20I match between Pakistan and New Zealand. But things have changed a lot since then. Now, the game is set to happen tonight at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. However, there might still be some interruptions because of rain during the first innings.
In the next game of the series, Pakistan might change some players. Abrar Ahmed could replace Usama Mir, and Shaheen Shah Afridi might take Zaman Khan’s spot. In the last game, Usama Mir’s economy rate was 10.75, and Zaman Khan’s was 11.67. Together, they bowled 7 overs. Tim Robinson scored 51 runs in 36 balls for New Zealand in the 4th T20I against Pakistan.
This helped New Zealand win by 4 runs and take a 2-1 lead in the series. Pakistan faces a tough match in the series’ last game. A win could give them some pride, but a loss means they failed against New Zealand. The average score for the first innings at Gaddafi Stadium is 162, and for the second innings while chasing, it’s 145.
Weather forecasts predict cloudy skies with a 20% chance of rain. Humidity levels are expected to be around 37%, and the temperature will stay steady at about 35 degrees Celsius.
The match will begin at 7:30 in the evening,” reported the state-run Radio Pakistan broadcaster.
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The losses came as a shock to a fully-equipped Pakistan team as they gear up for the Twenty20 World Cup, set to take place in the United States and West Indies in June.
Pitch Report: The pitch is expected to be good for batters, offering nice bounce and carry. While fast bowlers may find some initial assistance, it could diminish as the game progresses. Spinners might come into play more as the pitch dries out later in the match.
The fifth T20I match is scheduled to take place at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore on April 20 starting from 7:30 PM.