Hosts New Zealand are on the verge of winning their five-match T20I series against Pakistan, but will have to do so without skipper Kane Williamson due to injury. With a South Africa Test series approaching, New Zealand will look to make sure Williamson is fit for that, while Tim Seifert is expected to fill in for him in the playing XI. Pakistan, on the other hand, are fighting to keep the series alive after two consecutive losses and will have to improve their batting if they hope to push for a decider. The match will be played in the batting-friendly venue of Dunedin, making for an exciting contest.