Pakistan’s cricket team collapsed, scoring just 208 runs as they chased New Zealand’s 292. The Kiwis took a 2-0 series lead with an 84-run win. At one point, it seemed like Pakistan would be bowled out for under 100, but Fahim Ashraf and Nasim Shah put up a fight.
Fahim Ashraf scored 73 and Nasim Shah made 51, helping Pakistan cross 200. They were struggling at 9 for 3, then 65 for 6. Ben Sears took two big wickets in one over – Aga Salman and Mohammad Rizwan. Rizwan scored just 5 runs off 27 balls.
Nathan Smith caught Tayyab Tahir for 13, making it 65 for 6. Pakistan’s middle order failed, but Fahim and Nasim gave them hope. They added some crucial runs, but it wasn’t enough.
Key Moments
- Pakistan lost 3 wickets for 9 runs
- Ben Sears took 2 wickets in one over
- Fahim Ashraf scored 73 and Nasim Shah made 51
New Zealand is now in control of the series. Pakistan needs to regroup and come up with a new plan to win the next game.