Real-time score updates between Pakistan and New Zealand: To maintain their hopes of making the semifinals, Pakistan defeated New Zealand by 21 runs using the DLS system in a game that was halted by rain.In their run chase, which was hindered by intermittent rain, Fakhar Zaman scored an undefeated 126 with Babar Azam providing excellent support.
Against Pakistan, New Zealand Score: Led by captain Babar Azam and star player Fakhar Zaman, Pakistan survived the Cricket World Cup after a thrilling 21-run victory over New Zealand in the pouring rain. Following their November 11 encounter in Kolkata against England, Pakistan now has eight points from as many games.
With his fastest-ever century for his nation in World Cup history, Pakistan's opener Fakhar Zaman created history on Saturday.
Pakistan was 10 runs ahead of New Zealand on Duckworth Lewis (DLS) par score when rain cut short Pakistan's momentum in their World Cup encounter. With 21.3 overs bowled with rain stopping play, Pakistan was comfortably at 160 for one in their chase of 402 runs for victory. To defeat New Zealand and maintain their hopes of making the World Cup, Pakistan was given a revised target of 342 off 41 overs on Saturday.
It proved to be a mistake for Pakistan to bowl first as Rachin Ravindra (108 off 94) produced his third century of the present World Cup and shared 180 runs for the second wicket with captain Kane Williamson (95 off 79), laying the groundwork for New Zealand's total.
To keep their dreams of winning the tournament alive, Pakistan must chase the mark in 35.2 overs in order to defeat the Kiwis on net run rate (NRR).
Daryl Mitchell (29 off 18), Mark Chapman (39 off 27), and Glenn Phillips (41 off 25) all scored quick runs in the last few overs to aid New Zealand's chances.
The best bowler for Pakistan was Muhammad Wasim (3/60), with Iftikhar Ahmed (1/55), Hasan Ali (1/82) and Haris Rauf (1/85) taking one wicket apiece. After defeating the defending champions England handily to start the ICC World Cup 2023, New Zealand has lost their last three games. Their most recent encounter ended in a 190-run victory for South Africa.
Pakistan, on the other side, defeated Bangladesh to snap a four-game losing streak. They need to win to maintain their hopes of making the semifinals as the game is getting closer to its crucial point.
Pakistan Premier XI
Abdullah Shafique, Saud Shakeel, Iftikhar Ahmed, Salman Ali Agha, Hasan Ali, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Muhammad Wasim Jr., Haris Rauf, Fakhar Zaman, Babar Azam (C), Mohammad Rizwan (WK).
Australia's Final XI
In order of appearance: Devon Conway, Mark Chapman, Rachin Ravindra, Kane Williamson (C), Daryl Mitchell, Tom Latham (WK), Glenn Phillips, Tim Southee, Ish Sodhi, and Trent Boult.
Highlights of Pakistan vs. New Zealand:
Following a 68-run opening partnership between Ravindra and Devon Conway, Kane Williamson entered the fray. The right-hand, left-hand combination caused Pakistan great hardship.
A raucous weekend crowd cheered "Raachin Raachin" when Ravindra reached a well-known hundred with pacer Mohammad Wasim's one off.
The effort to clear the fence off Ahmed was thwarted by a well-timed catch by Fakhar Zaman at long on, but the double barrel fire halted when Williamson was within striking distance of his 14th ODI century.
Neither Ravindra nor Wasim survived long, as Saud Shakeel snagged his pull-off Wasim at square leg.
Mark Chapman and Daryl Mitchell gave the New Zealand innings more momentum as they scored 57 runs off 32 balls for the fourth wicket. Pakistan may have considered mounting a late charge, similar to what they did against Australia a few days prior.
With the Black Caps innings picking up steam, Glenn Phillips (41 off 26 balls) also contributed with a few standard brutal smashes.
Over the last ten overs, New Zealand amassed 114 runs, leaving Pakistan with a formidable mountain to climb.
The second wicket stand remained intact as Fakhar Zaman and captain Babar Azam (66) accumulated 194 runs together.
In his 39-ball fifty, Fakhar Zaman hit four sixes and as many boundaries as he did damage to the New Zealand bowlers.
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