New Zealand and Pakistan have consistently dominated T20 cricket. New Zealand is ranked fourth and Pakistan sixth in the ICC T20I Rankings. Both teams are known for their explosive batting, world-class bowling attacks, and unpredictable performances, making every NZ vs PAK clash exciting for fans. In this article, we take a detailed look at the complete head-to-head stats between New Zealand and Pakistan in T20Is.
NZ vs PAK Head-to-Head in T20Is
Both teams have seen fierce competition in T20I cricket. A total of 49 T20I matches have been played between them. Pakistan has won 24 matches, while New Zealand has won 23.
| Matches | New Zealand Won | Pakistan Won | Tie | No Result |
| 49 | 23 | 24 | 0 | 2 |
NZ vs PAK Head-to-Head in Men’s T20 World Cups
Pakistan has posed a tough challenge to New Zealand in the T20 World Cup. Pakistan has won 5 out of 7 matches, while New Zealand won only 2 matches.
| Matches | New Zealand Won | Pakistan Won | Tie | No Result |
| 07 | 02 | 05 | 00 | 00 |
Most Runs
| Player | Span | Runs |
|---|---|---|
| Babar Azam (PAK) | 2018-2024 | 880 |
| Mohammad Rizwan (PAK) | 2016-2024 | 689 |
| KS Williamson (NZ) | 2012-2024 | 667 |
| MS Chapman (NZ) | 2018-2025 | 663 |
Also Read: Smriti Mandhana Records Highest-Ever T20I Score by an Indian Woman in Australia
Most Wickets
| Player | Team | Matches | Wickets | Best Bowling | Average | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haris Rauf | Pakistan | 20 | 40 | 4/18 | 15.62 | 8.27 |
| Tim Southee | New Zealand | 23 | 38 | 5/18 | 17.05 | 7.14 |
| Shaheen Afridi | Pakistan | 25 | 35 | 4/30 | 21.28 | 8.44 |
Highest totals
| Team | Score | Match Date |
|---|---|---|
| New Zealand | 226/8 | 12 Jan 2024 |
| New Zealand | 224/7 | 17 Jan 2024 |
| New Zealand | 220/6 | 23 Mar 2025 |
| Pakistan | 207/1 | 21 Mar 2025 |