The knockout stage of the T20 World Cup in Australia is set to kick off where the top two teams from each group will face each other in the semi-finals. The first final-four game will see Group 1 leaders New Zealand against Pakistan, who made the semi-finals because of a historic upset win by the Netherlands over South Africa.
Pakistanis defeated Bangladesh by five wickets to clinch the second spot in Group 2. Whereas the Kiwis took down Ireland in their final Super 12 fixture with a 35-run margin and concluded a stellar performance in the T20 World Cup.
Before the two teams go head-to-head, here is a look at the picture painted by numbers and statistics and who they depict could be the winner.
1. Toss Prediction
New Zealand has a better chance to win the toss as they have won two out of the last three tosses in the World Cup.
2. Win Possibility
New Zealand has a better chance to win the game in comparison to Pakistan as they have world-class talent in all departments and have played like a unit throughout the T20 World Cup.
3. Team of the Day
The New Zealand team has a well-rounded core with star players across the board. They have a strong batting lineup with batters who can play multiple roles. Whereas their bowling led by the spinning duo of Tim Southee and Trent Boult will be difficult to handle for the Pakistan batters.
4. Predicted powerplay score and Average first innings total
Sydney Cricket Ground is a high-scoring ground with an average 1st innings of 176. The predicted powerplay score is expected to be between 45-60.
5. Betting Odds
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