Pakistan will face New Zealand in the Super 8 stage at Premadasa, Colombo, where a single loss could jeopardise their progression. The match is set under a light rain threat, but no games have been affected yet.
Pakistan's spin arsenal, led by Usman Tariq, poses a significant threat to New Zealand's middle order, while the Kiwis rely on familiarity from frequent encounters and the return of captain Mitchell Santner to counter the Pakistani attack.