New Zealand Defeats Pakistan, Leads T20 Series 3-1
- Fahad Bin Khalid
- March 24, 2025
- 4:12 pm
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- Sports
Pak vs New Zealand: New Zealand Takes Commanding Lead
The Pak vs New Zealand match ended with a huge win for New Zealand. They defeated Pakistan by 115 runs. This victory gave New Zealand a 3-1 lead in the five-match T20 series. One match still remains, but the series is almost decided.
New Zealand’s Powerful Batting
New Zealand started strong in the Pak vs New Zealand game. Finn Allen smashed 50 runs from just 20 balls. Tim Seifert added 44 runs from 22 balls. Their 59-run opening partnership set the tone.
Captain Michael Bracewell played calmly and scored 46 not out. He guided the team to a huge total of 220-6. The Pakistani bowlers struggled against the New Zealand batters. Haris Rauf was the only one to stand out with three wickets for 27 runs.
Pakistan’s Batting Collapse
Pakistan’s batting fell apart quickly in the Pak vs New Zealand clash. Jacob Duffy dismissed two players in his first over. Pakistan was 9-3 within two overs. The early damage left them shocked.
Zak Foulkes continued the pressure with three wickets for 25 runs. The team slipped to 56-8. Only Abdul Samad and Irfan Khan showed some fight. Samad scored an unbeaten 44 runs. His effort avoided Pakistan’s lowest T20 total. Irfan Khan contributed 24 runs.
A Record Loss for Pakistan
Pakistan was bowled out for 105 runs in 17 overs. This loss became Pakistan’s worst defeat in T20 matches by runs. Their previous worst was a 95-run defeat, also against New Zealand.
New Zealand’s seam bowlers performed well under floodlights. Ish Sodhi’s leg-spin also created problems for the Pakistani batters. The bowlers took advantage of swing and turn.
Captain’s Reaction
After the game, Pakistan captain Ali Agha spoke honestly. He admitted that the team had been outplayed. He praised New Zealand’s bowlers and accepted their excellent performance.
Ali Agha said, “They bowled very well and outplayed us.” He also said the team needs to perform better at the international level. He acknowledged the challenges of swing and turn in the second innings.
One Match Left in Wellington
The last match will be played in Wellington. Pakistan will try to regain some pride. The team has lost the series, but they still have one more chance.
Pakistan needs to improve their batting. They must read the ball better and show stronger defense. The bowlers also need to control the runs early. The team’s effort will determine how they finish the series.
Conclusion
The Pak vs New Zealand series shows New Zealand’s strength. Their strong batting and smart bowling dominated Pakistan. Pakistan’s batting collapse and record defeat highlight areas to improve.
The last match offers Pakistan a chance to fight back. They can still show their skills and gain respect. The series belongs to New Zealand, but Pakistan’s response will matter.
