The Super 8 clash at Colombo's Premadasa pits Pakistan against New Zealand. With a slight rain forecast, the spin-friendly pitch favours Pakistan's deep spin arsenal, led by Usman Tariq.
New Zealand will rely on Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman and Daryl Mitchell to counter the threat, while captain Mitchell Santner is expected to return to the bowling attack. Both sides are wary that a defeat will jeopardise their progression.