The Pakistan cricket team is battling with injuries, including a knee problem to senior batsman Mohammad Hafeez who is unlikely to play the Black Caps in the key Twenty20 World Cup match.
New Zealand play Pakistan in Mohali tomorrow morning with a victory putting the Kiwis into the semifinals after winning their two opening matches against powerhouses India and Australia.
Pakistan is desperate for victory to stay in the mix of the tight pool.
After beating Bangladesh first-up, they lost to India.
Losing senior batsman Hafeez would be a huge blow.
Pakistan also has concerns over pace bowler Wahib Riaz after he was hit in the head by a ball at training.
New Zealand will take on Pakistan at 2am tomorrow.
Source: Stuff.co.nz