Pakistan Under-19 vs New Zealand Under-19, Super 6 - Match 5 Match Summary

Rain, rhythm and redemption - All elements are in play as Pakistan Under-19 and New Zealand Under-19 go head-to-head in a Super Six clash that could define both teams' paths in the ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026. With weather already interfering with several fixtures, and New Zealand having had just one completed match in the group stage, this encounter feels like a reset button for both sides - Pakistan arriving battle-hardened and New Zealand keen to finally find traction and rhythm in Harare. Pakistan Under-19's Story So Far - Pakistan come into this fixture with far more match practice and clarity around their combinations. Finishing second in their group behind England, they looked largely settled across all departments. Their batting revolved around the consistency of Usman Khan, whose 75 against Scotland anchored a key victory, while Sameer Minhas and Ahmed Hussain provided solidity and intent in the middle order. Farhan Yousaf also impressed with a well-timed 65 in a tough chase against England albeit in a losing cause. With the ball, Ali Raza has been the standout wicket-taker, picking up 9 wickets in 3 games, supported by Momin Qamar and Abdul Subhan, giving Pakistan a balanced and disciplined attack. Their only real concern has been converting strong positions into even bigger totals - something they’ll want to sharpen as the stakes rise. Stop and Start Campaign for the Kiwis - New Zealand's journey has been disrupted by weather, with two washouts in the group leaving them with just one completed game - a DLS loss to India. In that match, Callum Samson and Selwin Sanjay were among the few to get meaningful runs, showing composure and intent on a tricky surface, while Jacob Cotter chipped in with useful contributions. On the bowling front, Mason Clarke, Jaskaran Sandhu and Sanjay can be the main threats and they will need to strike early against a strong Pakistan batting unit. However, the lack of game time and opportunities to build partnerships or bowling momentum means they enter this Super Six tie still searching for rhythm. What To Expect? With Pakistan arriving better prepared and New Zealand needing to find form quickly, this match could hinge on who adapts fastest to conditions and handles pressure moments with clarity. If the weather stays at bay and both sides get a full opportunity, it promises to be a fascinating battle of execution, intent and young talent on a stage where fine margins can change a campaign.