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1st T20I, Hagley Oval, Christchurch , Mar 16, 2025
New Zealand New Zealand
92/1 (10.1/20)
Pakistan Pakistan
91 (18.4/20)
New Zealand beat Pakistan by 9 wickets
  • Player of the Match
    Kyle Jamieson
    3/8(4)
Right then, that is it from today's thrilling match, which concluded with a convincing win for New Zealand. The second T20 between these teams is just around the corner, scheduled for Tuesday, March 18th at 1.15 am GMT. We invite you to join us again a bit early for the pre-match buildup. Until then, take care and cheers!
Michael Bracewell, the skipper of New Zealand, says that it was a great day and it was fun to see Kyle Jamieson and Jacob Duffy bowl. Adds that they will put the same efforts in their following games as well.
Salman Agha, the skipper of Pakistan, says that it was a difficult outing for them and they need to move on from this. Adds that they will try to leave this behind and bounce back in their next game. Adds that new ball works well for New Zealand and they will try to do the same with the ball in the next game.
Kyle Jamieson is the Player of the Match. He says that the conditions were good, and it worked well for them. Adds that it feels good to get an early lead in the series and it was a great team effort. Ends by saying that Jacob Duffy was impressive as well and it was fun to see him at the other end.
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Earlier in the game, New Zealand dominated with the ball, bundling Pakistan for a mere 91. Kyle Jamieson took three wickets in the powerplay, while Jacob Duffy finished with impressive figures of 4/14. Agha Salman and Khushdil Shah briefly steadied the ship with a 46-run partnership, but the Pakistani batters struggled to handle the bounce and pace, with only three batters reaching double figures.
Pakistan's bowling attack, who are mostly known for their bowling, had a forgettable outing. Abrar Ahmed was the sole wicket-taker, but it was too little, too late. The team will need to regroup and reassess their strategies in order to bounce back stronger in the next game.
Seifert's quickfire 44, which came to an end in the 6th over, had already taken the game away from Pakistan. With the majority of the work done, Finn Allen and Tim Robinson completed the formalities, guiding New Zealand to a convincing win with almost ten overs left.
A convincing victory for the hosts as they take an early lead in this series. New Zealand's pursuit of a modest 92-run target got off to a blistering start, courtesy of Tim Seifert's aggressive batting. Seifert took the lead, playing a dominant role, while Finn Allen provided able support, ensuring the Pakistani bowlers were never allowed to settle. The duo's partnership set the tone for a comprehensive victory.
End Of The Over 10.1 : 92/1
2 Runs
  • 210.1
T. Robinson
18 (15)
F. Allen
29 (17)
A. Ahmed
2.1-0-15-1
10.1
2
Abrar Ahmed To Tim Robinson
That will do! Short, on off, Tim Robinson punches it through covers for a brace. New Zealand beat Pakistan convincingly by 9 wickets!
Drinks! The finish line is in sight! New Zealand are just two runs away from victory, and it's likely to be all over in the next ball or two. However, due to the traditions of cricket, they will have to wait.
End Of The Over 10 : 90/1
14 Runs
  • 69.1
  • 1 LB 9.2
  • 09.3
  • 19.4
  • 29.5
  • 49.6
F. Allen
29 (17)
T. Robinson
16 (14)
M. Ali
3-0-25-0
9.6
4
Mohammad Ali To Finn Allen
FOUR! Well played! On a length, down leg, Finn Allen swivels and pulls it through backward square leg for a boundary.
9.5
2
Mohammad Ali To Finn Allen
Length again, on off, Finn Allen punches it through covers for a brace. Just 6 needed now!
9.4
1
Mohammad Ali To Tim Robinson
On a length, on off, Tim Robinson flicks it to mid-wicket for one.
9.3
0
Mohammad Ali To Tim Robinson
Length, on off, Tim Robinson blocks it to covers.
9.2
lb
Mohammad Ali To Finn Allen
Lands it down leg, Finn Allen looks to flick it but the ball brushes his pads and rolls fine. They cross.
9.1
6
Mohammad Ali To Finn Allen
SIX! They are wasting no time here! Back of a length, don leg, Finn Allen swivels and pulls it over fine leg for a biggie.
End Of The Over 9 : 76/1
10 Runs
  • 28.1
  • 08.2
  • 68.3
  • 18.4
  • 18.5
  • 08.6
T. Robinson
15 (12)
F. Allen
17 (13)
S. Khan
2-0-18-0
8.6
0
Shadab Khan To Tim Robinson
Flatter, down leg, Tim Robinson looks to block it but gets a hit on his pads. A stifled appeal but turned down. Salman Agha goes upstairs. Ultra Edge shows no spike and Ball Tracking shows that it was missing leg. The onfield decision stands NOT OUT!
8.5
1
Shadab Khan To Finn Allen
Lands it on off, Finn Allen eases it to covers for one more.
8.4
1
Shadab Khan To Tim Robinson
Full, on off, Tim Robinson taps it to point for one.
8.3
6
Shadab Khan To Tim Robinson
SIX! All the way! Fuller one, just outside off, Tim Robinson moves forward and plunders it over long off as the ball sails over the fence.
8.2
0
Shadab Khan To Tim Robinson
Bowls it on off, Tim Robinson blocks it to covers.
8.1
2
Shadab Khan To Tim Robinson
Lands it on off, Tim Robinson flicks it through mid-wicket for a brace.
End Of The Over 8 : 66/1
5 Runs
  • 07.1
  • 27.2
  • 17.3
  • 07.4
  • 17.5
  • 17.6
T. Robinson
6 (7)
F. Allen
16 (12)
A. Ahmed
2-0-13-1
7.6
1
Abrar Ahmed To Tim Robinson
Slower one, outside off, Tim Robinson drives it to covers for one.
7.5
1
Abrar Ahmed To Finn Allen
Lands it on off, Finn Allen knocks it to long off for one.
7.4
0
Abrar Ahmed To Finn Allen
Fuller, on leg, Finn Allen flicks it to the mid-wicket fielder.
7.3
1
Abrar Ahmed To Tim Robinson
Short, on off, Tim Robinson punches it to covers for one.
7.2
2
Abrar Ahmed To Tim Robinson
Flatter, on off, Tim Robinson drills it to long on for a brace.
7.1
0
Abrar Ahmed To Tim Robinson
Quicker, on off, Tim Robinson blocks it back.
End Of The Over 7 : 61/1
8 Runs
  • 46.1
  • 06.2
  • 16.3
  • 16.4
  • 16.5
  • 16.6
T. Robinson
2 (3)
F. Allen
15 (10)
S. Khan
1-0-8-0
6.6
1
Shadab Khan To Tim Robinson
Quicker one, angling in, Tim Robinson knocks it to mid on for one.
6.5
1
Shadab Khan To Finn Allen
Short again, on off, Finn Allen slaps it to long off for one more.
6.4
1
Shadab Khan To Tim Robinson
Lands it on off, Tim Robinson punches it to covers for one.
6.3
1
Shadab Khan To Finn Allen
Short, on off, Finn Allen tugs it to mid-wicket for one.
6.2
0
Shadab Khan To Finn Allen
Lands it outside off, Finn Allen slaps it to the point fielder.
6.1
4
Shadab Khan To Finn Allen
FOUR! Welcome to the attack, Shadab Khan. Short, on off, Finn Allen hangs back and punches it magnificently through covers for a boundary.
End Of The Over 6 : 53/1
8 Runs
  • 05.1
  • 65.2
  • 05.3
  • 25.4
  • W 5.5
  • 05.6
T. Robinson
0 (1)
F. Allen
9 (6)
A. Ahmed
1-0-8-1
5.6
0
Abrar Ahmed To Tim Robinson
Lands it on off, Tim Robinson eases it to covers.
Tim Robinson walks into bat now.
5.5
W
Abrar Ahmed To Tim Seifert OUT!
OUT! CAUGHT BEHIND! Tim Seifert departs after an excellent knock. Flatter one, outside off. Tim Seifert looks to slog it across the line but misses. Gets a slight edge and Mohammad Haris behind the sticks takes a fine catch. A fiery knock from Tim Seifert finally comes to an end.
5.4
2
Abrar Ahmed To Tim Seifert
Lands it on middle and leg, Tim Seifert drags it towards deep mid-wicket for a brace.
5.3
0
Abrar Ahmed To Tim Seifert
Bowls it on off, Tim Seifert cuts it to covers.
5.2
6
Abrar Ahmed To Tim Seifert
SIX! All the way! Flatter, on off, Tim Seifert dances down the ground and hammers it over long off for a biggie. They are wasting no time here.
5.1
0
Abrar Ahmed To Tim Seifert
Abrar Ahmed comes into the attack and bowls it outside off, Tim Seifert looks to slap it but miscues it back to the bowler.
End Of The Over 5 : 45/0
16 Runs
  • 14.1
  • 04.2
  • 44.3
  • 44.4
  • 14.5
  • 64.6
F. Allen
9 (6)
T. Seifert
36 (24)
J. Khan
1-0-16-0
4.6
6
Jahandad Khan To Finn Allen
SIX! Finn Allen wants to go big as well! Fuller one, on off, Finn Allen stays in his crease and powers it downtown for a biggie. Just 47 more needed.
4.5
1
Jahandad Khan To Tim Seifert
Short, on off, Tim Seifert slaps it through mid on for one.
4.4
4
Jahandad Khan To Tim Seifert
FOUR! He is toying with the bowlers here! Lands it on leg, Tim Seifert shuffles across and paddles it over short fine for a boundary.
4.3
4
Jahandad Khan To Tim Seifert
FOUR! Well played! Fuller one, on leg, Tim Seifert moves across and looks to loft it but miscues it over covers. The ball still races away for a boundary.
4.2
0
Jahandad Khan To Tim Seifert
Touch short, on leg, Tim Seifert looks to pull it but gets a hit on his body.
4.1
1
Jahandad Khan To Finn Allen
Back of a length, on off, Finn Allen punches it to wide mid off for one.
End Of The Over 4 : 29/0
7 Runs
  • 13.1
  • 23.2
  • 03.3
  • 43.4
  • 03.5
  • 03.6
T. Seifert
27 (20)
F. Allen
2 (4)
M. Ali
2-0-12-0
3.6
0
Mohammad Ali To Tim Seifert
Just short! Back of a length, outside off, Tim Seifert looks to slap it but miscues it to mid off. It carries and lands just short of the fielder. Dot.
3.5
0
Mohammad Ali To Tim Seifert
Swing and a miss! Fuller one, outside off, Tim Seifert looks to loft it but misses.
3.4
4
Mohammad Ali To Tim Seifert
FOUR! Oh, he looks in a hurry! Length, down leg, Tim Seifert moves forward and muscles it through square leg for a boundary.
3.3
0
Mohammad Ali To Tim Seifert
Length, outside off, Tim Seifert looks to loft t but misses.
3.2
2
Mohammad Ali To Tim Seifert
Short, on off, Tim Seifert pulls it but gets a top edge over mid-wicket for a brace.
3.1
1
Mohammad Ali To Finn Allen
Slower one, on off, Finn Allen eases it to point for one.
End Of The Over 3 : 22/0
16 Runs
  • 12.1
  • 12.2
  • 42.3
  • 42.4
  • 22.5
  • 42.6
T. Seifert
21 (15)
F. Allen
1 (3)
S. Afridi
2-0-17-0
2.6
4
Shaheen Afridi To Tim Seifert
FOUR! This is some batting from Tim Seifert! Length, outside off, Tim Seifert picks it well and chips it over point for a boundary.
2.5
2
Shaheen Afridi To Tim Seifert
Too full, outside off, Tim Seifert looks to scoop it but miscues it to backward square leg for a brace.
2.4
4
Shaheen Afridi To Tim Seifert
FOUR MORE! Excellent from Tim Seifert! On a length, on off, Tim Seifert hangs back and heaves it over mid-wicket for yet another boundary.
2.3
4
Shaheen Afridi To Tim Seifert
FOUR! Shot! Short, on off, Tim Seifert stays in his crease and pulls it over mid-wicket for a boundary.
2.2
1
Shaheen Afridi To Finn Allen
A yorker, on off, Finn Allen digs it to covers for one. He gets off the mark.
2.1
1
Shaheen Afridi To Tim Seifert
Lands it down leg, Tim Seifert tickles it to fine leg for one.
End Of The Over 2 : 6/0
5 Runs
  • 01.1
  • 01.2
  • 01.3
  • 41.4
  • 11.5
  • 01.6
F. Allen
0 (2)
T. Seifert
6 (10)
M. Ali
1-0-5-0
1.6
0
Mohammad Ali To Finn Allen
Length, on off, Finn Allen blocks it to point.
1.5
1
Mohammad Ali To Tim Seifert
Oh! Did that carry? Length, outside off, Tim Seifert slaps it to backward point. The ball just Lands short of the fielder as the batters collect one.
1.4
4
Mohammad Ali To Tim Seifert
FOUR! Well played! Back of a length, on middle and leg, Tim Seifert rides the bounce and pulls it magnificently through mid-wicket for a boundary.
1.3
0
Mohammad Ali To Tim Seifert
Touch short, way outside off, Tim Seifert looks to slap it but misses again.
1.2
0
Mohammad Ali To Tim Seifert
Short, just outside off, Tim Seifert makes room and looks to slap it but misses.
1.1
0
Mohammad Ali To Tim Seifert
On a length, outside off, Tim Seifert looks to loft it but misses.
Mohammad Ali to share the attack.
End Of The Over 1 : 1/0
1 Runs
  • 00.1
  • 00.2
  • 00.3
  • 00.4
  • 10.5
  • 00.6
F. Allen
0 (1)
T. Seifert
1 (5)
S. Afridi
1-0-1-0
0.6
0
Shaheen Afridi To Finn Allen
Oh! Length, on off, Finn Allen looks to block it but gets an inside edge onto his pads. Tidy start from Shaheen Afridi.
0.5
1
Shaheen Afridi To Tim Seifert
Tim Seifert gets off the mark. Touch short, on off, Tim Seifert looks to block it but miscues it to deep backward point for one.
0.4
0
Shaheen Afridi To Tim Seifert
Four dots in a row. A yorker, on middle, Tim Seifert gets his bat down in time and blocks it.
0.3
0
Shaheen Afridi To Tim Seifert
Play and a miss! Length, outside off, shaping away. Tim Seifert looks to go downtown but misses.
0.2
0
Shaheen Afridi To Tim Seifert
Short, on leg, Tim Seifert pulls it but gets a bottom edge as the ball rolls towards the fielder at short fine.
0.1
0
Shaheen Afridi To Tim Seifert
Shaheen Afridi starts with a length ball, on middle, Tim Seifert covers his line and blocks it.
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Match Info
  • Venue Hagley Oval, Christchurch
  • Weather Sunny
  • Toss New Zealand won the toss and elected to field
  • Result New Zealand beat Pakistan by 9 wickets
  • Player of the Match Kyle Jamieson
  • Umpire Sam Nogajski (AUS), Wayne Knights (NZ) and Kim Cotton (NZ)
  • Referee Jeff Crowe (NZ)
Match Notes
  • Innings Break: Pakistan 91/10 in 18.4 overs
  • Pakistan 51/4 in 10.5 overs
  • Mandatory Power play (1-6): Pakistan 14/4
  • Referral 1 (5.6 ovs): New Zealand against Salman Agha (Caught) Unsuccessful (NZ: 1, PAK: 2)
  • Abdul Samad, Hasan Nawaz, Mohammad Ali make their T20I Debut
  • Referral 1 (8.6 ovs): Pakistan against Tim Robinson (LBW) Unsuccessful (NZ: 2, PAK: 1)
  • Mandatory Power play (1-6): New Zealand 53/1
  • 1st wicket partnership: 51 off 32 balls between T Seifert (42) and F Allen (9)
  • New Zealand 51/0 in 5.2 overs
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