New Zealand Levels T20I Series with Clinical Win Against Pakistan: Mark Chapman's Unbeaten 87* Steals the Show
New Zealand Clinches T20I Series Against Pakistan: Mark Chapman's Heroics Seal Victory
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| New Zealand level the series by 1-1. Pic Credit - Getty Images |
In a thrilling encounter, New Zealand emerged victorious against Pakistan in the 3rd T20I, leveling the series 1-1 and showcasing a clinical performance with both bat and ball.
Batting first, Pakistan posted a challenging total of 178 runs for the loss of 4 wickets. Openers Saim Ayub and Babar Azam provided a solid start, but it was Shadab Khan's aggressive innings (41 off 20 balls) that boosted Pakistan's run rate in the middle overs. Irfan Khan Niazi's unbeaten 30 added crucial runs, setting a formidable target for New Zealand.
However, New Zealand's batsmen were up to the task, with Tim Robinson and Tim Seifert laying a solid foundation. The standout performer was Mark Chapman, whose unbeaten 87* guided New Zealand to victory with 7 wickets in hand.
Mark Chapman shines with his second-highest score in T20I cricket, steering the team to victory in Rawalpindi.
— FanCode (@FanCode) April 22, 2024
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While Pakistan's bowling lacked bite, Abbas Afridi's impressive spell yielded 2 wickets. Despite the loss, Pakistan will aim to bounce back strongly in the next match.
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| Mark Champman Player of the Match, Pic Credit - PCB |
The series now stands at 1-1, setting the stage for an exciting finale as both teams vie for supremacy in T20 cricket.
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