New Zealand made a dominant start to their five-match T20I series against Pakistan, cruising to a comprehensive nine-wicket victory at Hagley Oval, Christchurch. (Highlights | More Cricket News)
The visitors, still reeling from their early exit in the Champions Trophy, put on a dismal batting display, folding for just 91 runs.
Kyle Jamieson (3/8) and Jacob Duffy (4/14) ripped through Pakistan바카라™s fragile lineup, ensuring the tourists never got going. Khushdil Shah바카라™s 32 was the only notable contribution, as the rest of the batting order collapsed under relentless pressure from New Zealand바카라™s pacers.
Chasing a modest target of 92, New Zealand wasted no time. Tim Seifert바카라™s aggressive approach, coupled with Finn Allen바카라™s steady hand, ensured there were no hiccups. The hosts wrapped up the chase with ease, reaching 92/1 in just 10.1 overs to take a 1-0 lead in the series.
Pakistan have a lot to ponder ahead of the second T20I. Their batting woes continue to haunt them, and with a rejigged squad missing senior names, the pressure is on Salman Agha바카라™s men to bounce back quickly. Meanwhile, Michael Bracewell바카라™s New Zealand side made an emphatic statement, showing their depth despite the absence of several IPL-bound players.
New Zealand Vs Pakistan, 1st T20I: Toss Update
New Zealand won the toss and opted to bowl first against Pakistan.
New Zealand Vs Pakistan, 1st T20I: Playing XIs
New Zealand (Playing XI): Tim Seifert, Finn Allen, Tim Robinson, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Hay(w), Michael Bracewell(c), Zakary Foulkes, Kyle Jamieson, Ish Sodhi, Jacob Duffy
Pakistan (Playing XI): Mohammad Haris(w), Hasan Nawaz, Salman Agha(c), Irfan Khan, Shadab Khan, Abdul Samad, Khushdil Shah, Jahandad Khan, Shaheen Afridi, Mohammad Ali, Abrar Ahmed
