New Zealand’s chase of 179 runs resulted in an unforgettable win that evened the series, featuring nail-biting tension, breathtaking performances, and moments that will remain etched in fans’ memories forever. The new zealand national cricket team vs pakistan national cricket team players displayed cricket’s best qualities – strategic batting, disciplined bowling, and electric fielding all came together beautifully during this match!
| Date | Format | Venue | Result | Series Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 21, 2025 | T20I | Eden Park, Auckland | Pakistan won by 9 wickets | NZ led series 2-1 | |
| Mar 25, 2025 | T20I | Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui | New Zealand won by 115 runs | NZ led series 3-1 | |
| Mar 28, 2025 | ODI | McLean Park, Napier | New Zealand won by 73 runs | NZ led series 1-0 | |
| Apr 01, 2025 | ODI | Seddon Park, Hamilton | New Zealand won by 84 runs | NZ led series 2-0 | |
| Apr 04, 2025 | ODI | Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui | New Zealand won by 43 runs (42 overs) | NZ won series 3-0 | (ESPN Cricinfo, Cricbuzz) |
New Zealand vs Pakistan
New Zealand and Pakistan national cricket teams are two of the premier sides in world cricket, boasting rich histories in competing in every format including Test matches, one day internationals (ODIs) and Twenty20 matches (T20s). Their longstanding rivalry spans over seventy years, producing some thrilling matchups over that time period.
This match will be an important one for both sides, providing them with a chance to test each other out and set an early marker for the ICC Champions Trophy tournament. Al Jazeera Sports takes a closer look ahead of this clash.
Pakistan have experienced many difficulties on the field, yet their batsmen have shown considerable promise recently. Their top order has performed admirably and their middle order players have come through when required.
Yet consistency needs to improve within the team; scoring more runs while taking risks when batting is important; as is being more aggressive when bowling.
NZ’s fast bowlers created plenty of bounce on the pitch, which proved too much for Pakistan batsmen to handle. Seifert used his Powerplay overs to collect several boundaries before setting himself up for success throughout his innings; smashing two sixes off Shahid Afridi before hitting Sodhi for single to reach 50 runs and reach his half century.
Pakistan openers Babar Azam and Fakhar Zaman failed to get going, both being dismissed without scoring a run in either over. Hasan Nawaz made no impression during either of his two overs before Duffy gave an edge which Jamieson took advantage of to catch at deep third.
Pakistan will look to make up for their disappointing loss against Australia with a strong rebound performance, hoping to take control of the remaining two matches and seal series victory before entering into Champions Trophy tournament on March 9.
New Zealand’s bowlers were outstanding in their opening outing against Pakistan, producing some powerful early bounce before spinners Finn Allen and Mitchell played out their roles flawlessly; Mitchell especially was noteworthy, dominating middle overs with pace and variation.
New Zealand kept pushing forward in their run chase and Tom Latham’s 58-ball 57 propelled them to a seven-wicket win and ensured they would take three T20 matches 3-0.
The T20 series between New Zealand and Australia will be of critical importance, and the Black Caps will look to extend their impressive streak in this format. They have won four of their past five T20 internationals, so will hope to build upon it going into June’s T20 tri-series, while playing one-day internationals against one another prior to 2023 World Cup begins.
