The Pakistan cricket team’s tour of New Zealand has gotten off to a dismal start, with the visitors suffering a crushing defeat in the first T20 match. As they head into the second game, the pressure is mounting on the players. So, let’s take a look at when and at what time this match will start according to Indian Standard Time, as well as where you can catch the live broadcast and streaming.
Following a disappointing performance as hosts in 2025, Pakistan is now in New Zealand for a 5-match T20 series. With key players like Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan absent, the team is being led by Agha Salman. However, under his captaincy, the team suffered a significant loss in the first match, being bowled out for just 91 runs while batting first. In response, New Zealand achieved the target with 9 wickets in hand and 59 balls to spare, taking a 1-0 lead in the series.
The second T20 match between the New Zealand cricket team and the Pakistan cricket team is scheduled to take place on March 18th. According to Indian Standard Time, the match will commence at 6:45 AM. This encounter will be held at the University Oval Cricket Stadium.
For fans in India, the live broadcast of the New Zealand vs. Pakistan second T20 match will be available on the Sony Sports Network.
Meanwhile, the live streaming of the match can be accessed on the Sony Liv app in India.
Pakistan’s squad for the match includes Mohammad Haris (wicketkeeper), Hassan Nawaz, Agha Salman (captain), Irfan Khan Niazi, Shadab Khan, Khushdil Shah, Abdul Samad, Jehanadad Khan, Shaheen Afridi, Abrar Ahmed, and Mohammad Ali.
On the other hand, the New Zealand team consists of Tim Seifert, Finn Allen, Tim Robinson, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Michael Bracewell (captain), Mitchell Hay (wicketkeeper), Zakary Foulkes, Kyle Jamieson, Ish Sodhi, and Jacob Duffy.