On March 26, 2025, in the fifth T20 International final(Pakistan vs New Zealand 5th T20I 2025) at the Sky Stadium in Wellington, New Zealand defeated Pakistan by eight wickets to win the series 4-1.
Game Summary(Pakistan vs New Zealand):
- Toss: New Zealand won the toss and choose to Bowl first.
- Key Highlights: New Zealand achieved the goal in only 10 overs, showcasing their superiority.
- Player of the Match: James Neesham earned the Player of the Match accolade for his exceptional bowling display.
- Series Outcome: New Zealand triumphed in the series 4-1.
Match Scorecard:
Pakistan’s Batting: 128 runs made for 9 wickets (20 Overs)
- Salman Agha – 50 (37)
- Shadab Khan – 25 (22)
- Babar Azam – 18 (15)
New Zealand Bowling:
- James Neesham – 5 wickets for 22 runs (4 overs)
- Trent Boult – 2 wickets at the cost of 19 runs (4 overs)
- Mitchell Santner – 1/26 (4)
New Zealand Batting: 131/2 (10 Overs)
- Tim Seifert – 97 runs, not out (off 38 balls)
- Finn Allen – 24 (16)
- Glenn Phillips – 4* (5)
Pakistan’s Bowling:
- Shaheen Afridi – 1 wicket at the cost of 28 runs (from 2 overs)
- Haris Rauf – 1 wicket at a cost of 35 runs (in 3 overs
Main Highlights:
- James Neesham’s Bowling Achievement: Neesham’s feat of claiming five wickets was crucial in limiting Pakistan to a low score, which earned him the Player of the Match honor.
- Tim Seifert’s Blitz: His perfect 97 off merely 38 balls led New Zealand to a straightforward win.
- Pakistan’s Struggles: Despite Salman Agha’s resolute fifty, the batting lineup struggled, leading to an insufficient total.
This match highlighted New Zealand’s key strengths, showcasing outstanding abilities in both bowling and batting, leading to a significant series victory. For detailed match stats, visit ESPN Cricinfo.”