Pakistan Avoids Whitewash Defeats NZ in Fifth T20I

Pakistan Avoids Whitewash Defeats NZ in Fifth T20I

VoM News Desk | January 21, 2024 | 12:08 PM IST | Cricket, Sports | Follow on Google News

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Pakistan Avoids Whitewash Defeats NZ in Fifth T20I

Pakistan managed to avoid a whitewash in the T20I series against New Zealand by defeating them in the fifth T20I. Although Pakistan won the final match by 42 runs, New Zealand had already secured the series with a 4-1 lead. Chasing a target of 135 runs, New Zealand suffered a collapse and were bowled out for 92 runs in 17.2 overs. Off-spinner Iftikhar Ahmed was the standout bowler for Pakistan, taking 3 wickets for 24 runs in four overs. Despite this victory, the series belonged to New Zealand, who showcased a strong performance throughout.

Key Points:

• Pakistan won the fifth T20I against New Zealand by 42 runs.
• New Zealand had already secured the series with a 4-1 lead.
• Chasing a target of 135, New Zealand collapsed and were bowled out for 92.
• Iftikhar Ahmed was the pick of the bowlers for Pakistan with 3 wickets.
• Captain Shaheen Afridi and Mohammad Nawaz also contributed with 2 wickets each.
• Glenn Phillips was the top-scorer for New Zealand with 26 runs.
• Pakistan limped to 134-8 after winning the toss, facing a disciplined New Zealand bowling attack.

While Pakistan salvaged a win in the final T20I, New Zealand’s overall dominance secured the series victory. The match featured notable performances from Pakistan’s bowlers, especially Iftikhar Ahmed, but the series belonged to New Zealand, who displayed consistent form.

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