Get ready for an electrifying showdown on Wednesday, January 17 as New Zealand faces off against Pakistan in the third T20I of the five-match series at the University Oval in Dunedin. With New Zealand comfortably ahead with a 2-0 lead, this match promises to be a thrilling one.

New Zealand has already proved their might in the series with a convincing 46-run win in the first T20I in Auckland, followed by a 21-run victory at Seddon Park. The Black Caps' impressive display has put them in a commanding position to seal the series with yet another triumph.

Head to Head - The Head-to-Head stats demonstrate a riveting rivalry between the two squads, with New Zealand dominating 15 of the 36 T20I matches since their first showdown in 2007.

Pitch Report - As the cricketing action shifts to Dunedin, the pitch report indicates a potential high-scoring game, with an average T20I score of 195. Teams batting first are advised to set a substantial target, aiming to apply pressure on their opponents.

Weather Report - Weather conditions are expected to be favorable, with no chance of rain. The temperature is likely to hover around 16 degrees Celsius, accompanied by humidity in the high 60s, creating an ideal setting for an exciting match.

Where to watch - For fans eager to catch the action, the game won't be broadcast on TV, but Prime Video offers live streaming options.

Here are the probable playing XIs for both teams:

New Zealand:

• Finn Allen
• Devon Conway (wk)
• Will Young
• Daryl Mitchell
• Glenn Phillips
• Mark Chapman
• Mitchell Santner
• Adam Milne
• Tim Southee (C)
• Ish Sodhi
• Ben Sears

Pakistan:

• Saim Ayub
• Mohammad Rizwan
• Babar Azam
• Fakhar Zaman
• Iftikhar Ahmed
• Azam Khan (wk)
• Aamer Jamal
• Shaheen Afridi (c)
• Usama Mir
• Abbas Afridi
• Haris Rauf

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