3 Reasons Why Pakistan’s Test Series Against New Zealand Holds Significance

Pakistan’s Test series against New Zealand begins tomorrow in UAE. So, here is why the 3 match rubber is significant for the men in green in particular.

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Transition of Test Team

Pakistan is yet to complete the Test sides transition following the retirement of the Mis-You pair last year. Hence, after beating the Aussie boys Pakistan needs to secure a series victory against the Kiwis as well in order to re-establish their fortress in UAE (that they lost last year to Sri Lanka) on one hand and to complete the transition following the retirement of the senior players on the other.

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Ranking

Pakistan are currently ranked seven in the ICC Test rankings. A 3-nil victory will allow Pakistan to move up to the 4^th position which obviously will allow the green caps better respect at the international level.

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The Tour of South Africa

Pakistan traditionally hasn’t done well in South Africa. A series win before the all-important tour then will most definitely help in boosting the confidence of the Pakistani boys. Moreover, with a victory in the previous series, the pressure will not mount to an unbearable level in South Africa even if positive results don’t come for the green shirts.