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New Zealand vs Pakistan, 2nd T20I Match Summary

NZ vs PAK, 2025 - T20 Summary

New Zealand vs Pakistan Scorecard
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Match Ended   
2nd T20I, University Oval, Dunedin , Mar 18, 2025
New Zealand New Zealand
137/5 (13.1/15)
Pakistan Pakistan
135/9 (15.0/15)
New Zealand beat Pakistan by 5 wickets
  • Player of the Match
    Tim Seifert
    45(22)
PAK 135/9
Bat Top Batsmen
Salman Agha
Salman Agha
46 (28)
  • 4x4s
  • 3x6s
  • 164.28SR
<a href=/cricket/players/107566-shadab-khan-playerprofile>Shadab Khan</a>
Shadab Khan
26 (14)
  • 2x4s
  • 2x6s
  • 185.71SR
Bowl Top Bowlers
Bowler
Ish Sodhi
ECON 8.50
2
OVERS
17/2
R/W
Bowler
Jacob Duffy
ECON 6.66
3
OVERS
20/2
R/W
NZ 137/5
Bat Top Batsmen
<a href=/cricket/players/64292-tim-l-seifert-playerprofile>Tim Seifert</a>
Tim Seifert
45 (22)
  • 3x4s
  • 5x6s
  • 204.54SR
<a href=/cricket/players/113428-finn-allen-playerprofile>Finn Allen</a>
Finn Allen
38 (16)
  • 1x4s
  • 5x6s
  • 237.50SR
Bowl Top Bowlers
Bowler
Haris Rauf
ECON 6.66
3
OVERS
20/2
R/W
Bowler
Khushdil Shah
ECON 5.33
3
OVERS
16/1
R/W
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Right then, that is it from this shortened but entertaining game where New Zealand go 2-0 up against Pakistan. Next up, is the 3rd T20I on 21st March Friday, where the Kiwis will be looking to seal the series while the Men in Green will play to stay alive. That will begin at 6.15 am GMT, but as you know, you can always join us early for all the build-up to the match. Until then, cheers and goodbye!
Michael Bracewell, the victorious skipper of New Zealand says that it was a great bowling performance from them and they were happy to chase this target. Adds that the wicket was under covers and there was extra bounce, so Pakistan tried the shorter deliveries more. Says that it was good to see both the openers taking the game to them and he is very happy with the effort. Ends by saying that the weather in Wellington is not bad either, and it is nice to see the fans supporting despite the challenging conditions.
Salman Agha, the captain of Pakistan says that it was a better game with a lot of positives. Adds that they batted well but need to finish well, and the fielding was outstanding. Adds that they need to adjust to the bounce to put up a better challenge to the Kiwis. Says that the spinners bowled well after the Powerplay, and then Haris Rauf also did well. Ends by saying that they need to be a bit better in the Powerplay with both bat and ball.
Tim Seifert is the PLAYER OF THE MATCH for his smashing knock. He says that it was good fun out there. Adds that after the first over, he thought it would be a good wicket, but the partnership worked out for them. Adds that he and Finn Allen have played a lot of cricket together, and it is always a nice feeling to play for the nation. Mentions that you are up against some of the best in the world and it is important to apply pressure and learn from your mistakes. Ends by saying that, he dropped two catches in the first game and was nervous but has worked on that.
Presentation Time...
Not much to write home about regarding Pakistan's bowling effort. Shaheen Afridi began with a maiden over, offering a glimmer of hope, but things quickly unraveled as the Kiwi openers unleashed a barrage of power hitting. Haris Rauf was a bright spot, claiming a couple of wickets and showing he'll be crucial in the upcoming games. Khushdil Shah held his own, but the rest of the attack proved far too expensive
Earlier in the game, Pakistan put up a competitive total, thanks to a solid innings from skipper Salman Agha, supported by handy cameos from Khushdil Shah and Shaheen Afridi. New Zealand made good use of the conditions with the ball — and apart from Zakary Foulkes and Michael Bracewell, every bowler contributed with a couple of wickets, which helped keep the Men in Green in check
Despite starting with a maiden over, New Zealand raced out of the blocks as both openers seemed to be in a contest of their own — who could hit more sixes. The pair smashed 10 sixes between them, effectively taking the game away early and breaking the back of the chase. While they didn’t stay till the end, the result was all but sealed by then. Mitchell Hay chipped in with a handy knock, and Michael Bracewell applied the finishing touches to seal the win
A comfortable win for the Kiwis! They take a 2-0 lead in the series with a strong all-round performance. Pakistan put up more of a fight compared to the previous game, but still have work to do if they want to stay in the series.
Over 13.1 : 137/5
4 Runs
  • 413.1
M. Bracewell
5 (2)
M. Hay
21 (16)
J. Khan
1.1-0-23-1
13.1
4
Jahandad Khan To Michael Bracewell
FOUR! Michael Bracewell finishes things off in nice fashion! Jahandad Khan bangs this short and on middle. The Kiwi skipper stays back and pulls it over mid-wicket for a boundary. NEW ZEALAND WIN BY 5 WICKETS!
Over 13 : 133/5
10 Runs
  • 612.1
  • 112.2
  • 1 LB 12.3
  • 112.4
  • W 12.5
  • 112.6
M. Bracewell
1 (1)
M. Hay
21 (16)
H. Rauf
3-0-20-2
12.6
1
Haris Rauf To Michael Bracewell
Back of a length and on off, Michael Bracewell dabs it towards point for one.
Michael Bracewell is he next batter in.
12.5
W
Haris Rauf To Daryl Mitchell OUT!
OUT! TAKEN! Shadab Khan makes up for his dropped catch in fine fashion! Haris Rauf takes pace off, hits the length hard and on middle. Daryl Mitchell backs away to push it but fails to keep it down. The ball flies wide of short covers where Shadab dives to his right and takes a fantastic catch. Rauf appreciates that effort and it is all smiles between the duo.
12.4
1
Haris Rauf To Mitchell Hay
On a length and on off, Mitchell Hay guides it towards point for one.
12.3
lb
Haris Rauf To Daryl Mitchell
Nasty blow! Haris Rauf bowls a sharp bouncer, on middle. Daryl Mitchell looks to pull it away but misses and takes a blow on the back of the helmet. A mandatory concussion check to follow now.
12.2
1
Haris Rauf To Mitchell Hay
DROPPED! That sums up the day for Pakistan! A slower one, full and on middle, Mitchell Hay looks to loft it away but gets a leading edge. Shadab Khan at extra covers tries to settle under it, but is all over it and spills it in the end. The Kiwis are one big hit away now!
12.1
6
Haris Rauf To Mitchell Hay
SIX! Only 7 needed now! Haris Rauf lands this short of a length and on middle. Mitchell Hay stands tall, uses the pace on the ball and pulls it over the deep square leg fence for a biggie.
Over 12 : 123/4
10 Runs
  • 111.1
  • 1 WD 11.2
  • 411.2
  • 111.3
  • 111.4
  • 111.5
  • 111.6
M. Hay
13 (13)
D. Mitchell
14 (12)
S. Khan
1-0-10-0
11.6
1
Shadab Khan To Mitchell Hay
Quicker, fullish and on leg, Mitchell Hay nudges it through square leg. New Zealand need 13 runs in 18 balls.
11.5
1
Shadab Khan To Daryl Mitchell
Another short delivery, on middle, Daryl Mitchell pulls it to deep mid-wicket for one.
11.4
1
Shadab Khan To Mitchell Hay
A half-tracker, on middle, Mitchell Hay pulls it deep mid-wicket for a run.
11.3
1
Shadab Khan To Daryl Mitchell
Short again and on off, Daryl Mitchell swats it to long off for one.
11.2
4
Shadab Khan To Daryl Mitchell
FOUR! Put away! Shadab Khan drags his length back and down the leg side. Daryl Mitchell gets into position quickly and helps it on its way to the fine leg fence for a boundary.
11.2
wd
Shadab Khan To Daryl Mitchell
Flatter, short but well outside off, Daryl Mitchell fails to reach it. Wided.
11.1
1
Shadab Khan To Mitchell Hay
Floated, short and on off, Mitchell Hay punches it through covers for a single.
Over 11 : 113/4
5 Runs
  • 010.1
  • 010.2
  • 110.3
  • 110.4
  • 110.5
  • 210.6
D. Mitchell
8 (9)
M. Hay
10 (10)
S. Afridi
3-1-31-0
10.6
2
Shaheen Afridi To Daryl Mitchell
Buzzers! Back of a length and on off, Daryl Mitchell slices it towards third man for a run. Mitchell Hay wants the second but is sent back. The fielder throws it to the keeper's end where Mohammad Haris collects and has a shy at the stumps but misses. That allows the batter to steal another run.
10.5
1
Shaheen Afridi To Mitchell Hay
Pitched up and on off, Mitchell Hay drives it to mid off for one.
10.4
1
Shaheen Afridi To Daryl Mitchell
A sharp bouncer, on middle, Daryl Mitchell gets hurried and mistimes his pull to deep mid-wikcet for a run.
10.3
1
Shaheen Afridi To Mitchell Hay
A full toss, on off, Mitchell Hay drills it towards covers for a single.
10.2
0
Shaheen Afridi To Mitchell Hay
Short of a length and around leg, Mitchell Hay looks to hook it away but gets it through a bit early as the ball brushes against his shirt behind.
10.1
0
Shaheen Afridi To Mitchell Hay
Back of a length and on off, Mitchell Hay punches it to covers.
Full Commentary
13 OV
10 Runs
H. Rauf to M. Hay D. Mitchell M. Bracewell
  • 612.1
  • 112.2
  • 1 LB 12.3
  • 112.4
  • W 12.5
  • 112.6
12 OV
10 Runs
S. Khan to M. Hay D. Mitchell
  • 111.1
  • 1 WD 11.2
  • 411.2
  • 111.3
  • 111.4
  • 111.5
  • 111.6
11 OV
5 Runs
S. Afridi to M. Hay D. Mitchell
  • 010.1
  • 010.2
  • 110.3
  • 110.4
  • 110.5
  • 210.6
10 OV
5 Runs
K. Shah to M. Hay D. Mitchell
  • 19.1
  • 19.2
  • 19.3
  • 19.4
  • 09.5
  • 19.6
9 OV
10 Runs
H. Rauf to J. Neesham M. Hay D. Mitchell
  • 08.1
  • 48.2
  • W 8.3
  • 1 WD 8.4
  • 48.4
  • 18.5
  • 08.6
8 OV
5 Runs
K. Shah to D. Mitchell M. Chapman J. Neesham
  • 17.1
  • 17.2
  • 17.3
  • W 7.4
  • 17.5
  • 1 WD 7.6
  • 07.6
7 OV
19 Runs
J. Khan to F. Allen D. Mitchell
  • 26.1
  • 46.2
  • 66.3
  • 66.4
  • W 6.5
  • 16.6
6 OV
3 Runs
H. Rauf to F. Allen M. Chapman
  • 1 LB 5.1
  • 1 LB 5.2
  • 05.3
  • 05.4
  • 15.5
  • 05.6
5 OV
16 Runs
M. Ali to T. Seifert M. Chapman
  • 64.1
  • 44.2
  • 1 WD 4.3
  • 1 NB 4.3
  • 44.3
  • W 4.4
  • 04.5
  • 04.6
4 OV
6 Runs
K. Shah to F. Allen T. Seifert
  • 13.1
  • 03.2
  • 43.3
  • 03.4
  • 03.5
  • 13.6
3 OV
26 Runs
S. Afridi to T. Seifert
  • 62.1
  • 62.2
  • 02.3
  • 22.4
  • 62.5
  • 62.6
2 OV
18 Runs
M. Ali to F. Allen
  • 61.1
  • 01.2
  • 61.3
  • 01.4
  • 01.5
  • 61.6
1 OV
0 Runs
S. Afridi to T. Seifert
  • 00.1
  • 00.2
  • 00.3
  • 00.4
  • 00.5
  • 00.6
Match Info
  • Venue University Oval, Dunedin
  • Weather Overcast
  • Toss New Zealand won the toss and elected to field
  • Result New Zealand beat Pakistan by 5 wickets
  • Player of the Match Tim Seifert
  • Umpire Chris Brown (NZ), Wayne Knights (NZ) and Sam Nogajski (AUS)
  • Referee Jeff Crowe (NZ)
Match Notes
  • Innings Break: Pakistan 135/9 in 15.0 overs
  • Pakistan 103/5 in 11.1 overs
  • Drinks: Pakistan 62/4 in 8.0 overs
  • Referral 1 (6.6 ovs): New Zealand against K Shah (Caught) Successful (NZ: 2, PAK: 2)
  • Pakistan 50/2 in 6.3 overs
  • Mandatory Power play (1-5): Pakistan 36/2
  • D Mitchell dropped on 19 by S Khan in 12.2 overs
  • New Zealand 102/4 in 8.4 overs
  • Referral 2 (6.5 ovs): F Allen against Pakistan (LBW) Unsuccessful (NZ: 2, PAK: 1) (Retained)
  • Mandatory Power play (1-5): New Zealand 66/1
  • 1st wkt Partnership: 50 off 24 balls between T Seifert (31) and F Allen (19)
  • New Zealand 50/0 in 3.6 overs
  • Referral 1 (0.3 ovs): Pakistan against T Seifert (Caught) Unsuccessful (NZ: 2, PAK: 1)
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