Coaching crises and off-field anarchy are usually Pakistan's domain, although New Zealand have attempted to level the playing field.

Brendon McCullum has been stripped of the vice-captaincy of the Black Caps.

Embattled New Zealand coach Andy Moles is expected to be on the plane with the national side to Dubai on Tuesday.

Black Caps skipper Daniel Vettori is just two wickets away from joining test cricket's 300/3000 club.