Rizwan Zafar : "NZ has a strong batting line-up and some big hitters so it won't be that easy for Pak bowlers. A lot depends on how Amir and Shadab bowl in this match. If these two can dry the runs and take a couple of wickets , it is going ti be a tough ask."

8.30pm A dominating performance from Pakistan's top order. Fifties from Fakhar and Babar, and forties from Shehzad and Sarfraz take Pakistan to a very good total. The surface, however, means that the score is simply above par. The New Zealand bowlers took some punishment today, but how will the Pakistan bowlers respond? We'll find out in just a bit. Don't go away, this chase should be mouthwatering.

samraat: "Defending target above 170, they have lost only 2 matches out of previous 23 occasions. I believe pakistan to win this match"

Yasir Abdullah: "Shahdab will be the key but i think Pakistan would want a wicket or 2 from Aamir within the powerplay. Not sure Shahdab will be able to do anything if they are 80/0 after the powerplay "