PAK vs NZ: Hosts Pakistan start their defense of the Champions Trophy title which they won in 2017 at the National Stadium in Karachi on Wednesday when they take on New Zealand in the tournament opener. New Zealand will believe they hold the upper hand in the game. The two sides recently met twice in the Tri-Nation Series in Pakistan, a tournament which also featured South Africa and was held as a a warm-up for the Champions Trophy. Mitchell Santner’s team won all their fixtures before winning the final as well. New Zealand defeated Pakistan in both games: by five wickets in the group encounter and by 78 runs in the final. Pakistan won the toss in the first game of the ICC Champions Trophy and opted to bowl first.
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New Zealand are a depleted side especially in bowling: recently they learnt the news that Lockie Ferguson (foot injury) would join Ben Sears on the sidelines. They have drafted in Kyle Jamieson and Jacob Duffy as replacements. Matt Henry will spearhead New Zealand’s pace attack.
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The Champions Trophy 2025 match between Pakistan and New Zealand will be played on Wednesday, February 19.
Where will PAK vs NZ match in the Champions Trophy 2025 take place?
The Champions Trophy 2025 match between Pakistan and New Zealand will take place at National Stadium, Karachi.
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What time will the PAK vs NZ Champions Trophy 2025 final start?
The Champions Trophy 2025 match between Pakistan and New Zealand will begin at 2:30 PM IST. The toss will take place at 2 PM IST.
Where to watch PAK vs NZ Champions Trophy 2025 live on TV in India?
The Champions Trophy 2025 match between Pakistan and New Zealand will be aired LIVE on the Star Sports and Sports18 channels in India.
Where to watch live stream of PAK vs NZ Champions Trophy 2025 in India?
The Champions Trophy 2025 match between Pakistan and New Zealand will be streamed LIVE on the JioHotstar app and website in India.
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