New Zealand’s newest sensation, Muhammad Abbas, just made history. The 21-year-old debuted against Pakistan and smashed a record. Abbas scored a half-century in just 24 balls. He hit 3 sixes and 3 fours. This young player is now the fastest to score a half-century in a debut match in ODI cricket.
Abbas broke the record of India’s Krunal Pandya. Pandya had scored a half-century in 26 balls in 2021. Abbas’s explosive batting helped New Zealand score 344 runs in 50 overs. Pakistan was all out for 271 runs, and New Zealand won the match by 73 runs.
People are talking about Abbas’s T20-style batting in the ODI match. His dad, Azhar Abbas, is a former Pakistani cricketer. He played first-class cricket for both Pakistan and New Zealand. Abbas was born in Lahore but moved to New Zealand with his family in 2004.
Abbas’s Debut
Abbas is the first Pakistani-born cricketer to play for New Zealand. He made his international debut on Saturday. The cricket world is excited about this new player.
Records Broken
Abbas’s record-breaking half-century has made headlines. He is now part of cricket history. Fans are eagerly waiting to see what’s next for this talented young player.
Dispatched for four by the 21-year-old on debut, Muhammad Abbas! Follow LIVE and free in NZ on TVNZ + & DUKE and @SportNationNZ Live scoring | https://t.co/CvmR1mQN5I #NZvPAK #CricketNation pic.twitter.com/HaQPu5jKs3
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Pakistan-born Abbas set for NZ debut? Muhammad Abbas, son of former Pakistani cricketer Azhar Abbas, could be wearing the Black Caps jersey in the upcoming ODI series! Born in Lahore, Abbas moved to New Zealand with his family in 2004. His father, Azhar Abbas, played… pic.twitter.com/yrCmoNfIoo
— Nukta Pakistan (@NuktaPakistan) March 25, 2025