New Zealand and Pakistan Set to Clash in First T20I of Five-Match Series

The match will take place on Sunday at Hagley Oval, Christchurch, with both teams fielding revised squads due to player unavailability.

The first T20I between New Zealand and Pakistan is scheduled for Sunday, March 16, 2025, at 6:45 AM IST at Hagley Oval, Christchurch.
Michael Bracewell will captain New Zealand for the first time on home soil, with several regular players absent due to IPL commitments.
Pakistan, led by Salman Ali Agha, has introduced three uncapped players to its squad following a disappointing ICC Champions Trophy performance.
Key players such as Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan have been excluded from Pakistan's T20I squad for this series.
The match will be broadcast on Sony Sports Network in India, with live streaming available on Sony LIV and Fancode platforms.