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Pakistan vs New Zealand 5th T20 Highlights: PAK Beat NZ by 9 Runs; Level Series 2-2
Pakistan vs New Zealand 5th T20 Highlights: Pakistan level the series 2-2 by defeating New Zealand in the fifth and final T20I at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on April 27.
- New Zealand won the toss and opted to bowl first
- Pakistan 178/5 in 20 overs (Babar Azam 69; Zak Foulkes 3/35)
- New Zealand 169/10 (Tim Seifert 52; Shaheen Afridi 4/30)
- Pakistan win by 9 runs
- Follow the Match Highlights below
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Apr 27, 2024, 11:36 pm IST
PAK vs NZ Live Today: Match Summary
That's all from our Live coverage as Pakistan had a run for their money in order to level a series 2-2 against a second-string New Zealand. Says a lot about a side that started their preparations late for the T20 World Cup 2024 in 5 weeks' time
Apr 27, 2024, 11:34 pm IST
Pakistan vs New Zealand Live Score
Pakistan bowling card
Apr 27, 2024, 11:34 pm IST
PAK vs NZ Live Score, 5th T20: Pakistan level series 2-2
New Zealand batting scorecard
Apr 27, 2024, 11:29 pm IST
PAK vs NZ Cricket Live Score: Pakistan win by 9 runs!
RUN OUT! Pakistan win by 9 runs as O'Rourke is run out at the non-striker end while going for a non-existing double to put Clarkson back on the strike!
NZ 169 all out in 19.2 overs (Target 179)
Apr 27, 2024, 11:28 pm IST
PAK vs NZ 5th T20 Live: DOT BALL!
NO RUN! Amir starts with a nice yorker to the keeper!
New Zealand need 11 runs in 5 balls
Apr 27, 2024, 11:27 pm IST
Pakistan vs New Zealand 5th T20 Live: 20th over
WIDE+RUN OUT! Ben Sears (6 off 7) is run out at the non-striker end as he sacrifices his wicket to put Clarkson back on strike!
William O'Rourke is the last NZ batter in while Clarkson faces the next ball!
New Zealand need 11 runs in 6 balls
Apr 27, 2024, 11:25 pm IST
PAK vs NZ Live Today: 10 runs off 19th over
Abbas Afridi ends the over with a dot ball as he bowls an unplayable yorker in the blackhole!
New Zealand need 12 runs in 6 balls
Apr 27, 2024, 11:24 pm IST
Live Cricket Score: WIDE!
WIDE! Poor bowling by Abbas down the leg side after giving just one run off the last two balls
New Zealand need 13 runs in 8 balls
Apr 27, 2024, 11:22 pm IST
Pakistan vs New Zealand Live Score: SIX!
SIX! Clarkson hits a six to the deep mid-wicket fence! No chance for the fielder to reach it and New Zealand now have every chance of winning this one!
New Zealand need 15 runs in 10 balls
Apr 27, 2024, 11:22 pm IST
PAK vs NZ Live Score, 5th T20: 19th over
Abbas Afridi bowls the 19th over and starts with a single to Ben Sears, which means Clarkson is back on strike!
New Zealand need 21 runs in 11 balls
Apr 27, 2024, 11:20 pm IST
PAK vs NZ Cricket Live Score: 11 runs off 18th over
0 0 L1 Wd 4 1 4 - Clarkson hits the last ball off the over for a boundary down the long-off fence after Ben Sears found his first four too!
New Zealand need 22 runs off 12 balls
Apr 27, 2024, 11:17 pm IST
PAK vs NZ 5th T20 Live: 18th over
Mohammad Amir (0/29) returns for his third over and starts with two dot balls while the Lahore crowd celebrates them
New Zealand need 33 runs in 16 balls
Apr 27, 2024, 11:16 pm IST
Pakistan vs New Zealand 5th T20 Live; 9 runs off 17th over
W 0 0 Wd2 2 4 1 - Clarkson keeps the chase alive as he hits Shaheen Afridi for a four to the deep mid-wicket despite a diving effort at the boundary by Shadab Khan. 9 runs come off the over while Ben Sears join Clarkson in the middle
NZ 146/8 in 17 overs Clarkson 26* Sears 0*
Apr 27, 2024, 11:10 pm IST
PAK vs NZ Live Today: OUT!
LBW! Shaheen takes his fourth as Ish Sodhi is hit plumb on the pads! He takes a review but to no avail!
NZ 137/8 in 16.1 overs;New Zealand need 42 runs in 23 balls
Apr 27, 2024, 11:08 pm IST
Live Cricket Score: 9 runs off 16th over
1 0 1 1 0 6 - Six off the last ball as Clarkson gets on his knees to hammer Shadab to the long-on boundary! Nine runs off the over
NZ 139/5 in 16 overs Clarkson 19* Sodhi 3*
Apr 27, 2024, 11:05 pm IST
Pakistan vs New Zealand Live Score: 16th over
Shadab Khan (1/6) starts his second over with a single to Sodhi
New Zealand need 50 runs in 29 balls
Apr 27, 2024, 11:04 pm IST
PAK vs NZ Live Score, 5th T20: 7 runs off 15th over
Just seven runs and two wickets off his third over by Shaheen Afridi!
NZ 128/5 in 15 overs Clarkson 12* Sodhi 1*
Apr 27, 2024, 11:03 pm IST
PAK vs NZ Cricket Live Score: SINGLE
Anti-climax as Sodhi takes a single off the hat-trick ball with the crowd at the top of their voice!
New Zealand need 53 runs in 32 balls
Apr 27, 2024, 11:02 pm IST
PAK vs NZ 5th T20 Live: OUT
CLEAN BOWLED! The newly-in Zak Foulkes is yorked first ball! Shaheen Afridi is on hat-trick while Ish Sodhi walks in
Apr 27, 2024, 11:01 pm IST
Pakistan vs New Zealand 5th T20 Live: OUT!
CAUGHT AT MID-OFF! Shaheen Afridi gets his man next ball as a slower one is miscued high up in the air for Shadab Khan to take a catch over his head!
New Zealand need 54 runs in 34 balls
Apr 27, 2024, 10:59 pm IST
PAK vs NZ Live Today: 15th over
CATCH DROPPED! Shaheen Afridi denied a wicket off the first ball of 15th over as Saim Ayub drops a regulation catch at deep mid-wicket! To make it worse, the ball goes for a four as Neesham gets another boundary
New Zealand need 54 runs in 35 balls
Apr 27, 2024, 10:57 pm IST
Live Cricket Score: 13 runs off the 14th over
4 1 Wd 2 1 2 2 - 13 runs off his last over by Usama Mir, who ends the spell at 2/21
NZ 121/5 in 14 overs Neesham 12* Clarkson 10*
Apr 27, 2024, 10:54 pm IST
Pakistan vs New Zealand Live Score: FOUR!
FOUR! Clarkson drives Usama Mir for a four through cover as the wrist-spinner bowls half volley!
New Zealand need 67 runs in 41 balls
Apr 27, 2024, 10:53 pm IST
PAK vs NZ Live Score, 5th T20: 5 runs off 13th over
W 0 0 1 4 0 - Neesham finds much-needed boundary as he hits Imad over his head for a four to the long-off boundary!
NZ 108/5 in 13 overs Neesham 9* Clarkson 1*
Apr 27, 2024, 10:50 pm IST
PAK vs NZ Cricket Live Score: Review lost
New Zealand lose a review as the ball hit plumb on the wickets but the impact was the umpire's call!
Josh Clarkeson is the new batter in
New Zealand need 76 runs in 47 balls
Apr 27, 2024, 10:48 pm IST
PAK vs NZ 5th T20 Live: OUT!
LBW! Imad Wasim strikes the first ball as he hits McConchie on the pads. Umpire raises the finger but the batter takes a DRS review
Apr 27, 2024, 10:48 pm IST
Pakistan vs New Zealand 5th T20 Live : 5 runs off the 12th over
Neesham ends Shadab Khan's over with a boundary to the cow corner. 5 runs come from another good over for Pakistan
NZ 103/4 in 12 overs McConchie 1* Neesham 5*
Apr 27, 2024, 10:45 pm IST
PAK vs NZ Live Today: OUT!
CAUGHT AT MID-WICKET! Bracewell is gone as he hits a shorter delivery straight to Babar Azam for a regulation catch!
James Neesham is the new batter in
New Zealand need 82 runs in 51 balls
Apr 27, 2024, 10:44 pm IST
Live Cricket Score: 12th over
Shadab Khan bowls the 12th over and starts with two dot balls!
New Zealand need 82 runs in 52 balls
Apr 27, 2024, 10:43 pm IST
Pakistan vs New Zealand Live Score: OUT!
BOWLED! Mark Chapman is gone as Usama claims the off stump as the batter goes too much to the offside to expose his stumps!
Just 5 runs off the over
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The series stands delicately poised after a series of intense battles, with New Zealand currently leading 2-1 following their narrow four-run victory in the fourth match.
This series decider holds significant importance for Pakistan, who are desperate to avenge their comprehensive 4-1 defeat during their earlier tour to New Zealand this year. Facing a New Zealand side that lacks several first-team regulars due to IPL commitments, Pakistan has a golden opportunity to settle scores against a relatively inexperienced but spirited opponent.
New Zealand, on the other hand, has defied expectations with their performances, proving that their young and less experienced squad can still pose a formidable challenge. A series win on Pakistani soil would be a historic achievement for this young Kiwi team, potentially marking a significant milestone in their cricketing journey.
The pitch at Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium traditionally favors batsmen, with its reliable bounce and carry providing an ideal platform for high-scoring encounters. As the game progresses, spinners might find some assistance, adding a strategic layer to the contest, especially in the game's later stages.
Key players to watch include Mark Chapman, who has been a consistent performer for New Zealand this series. After a less impactful performance in the fourth T20I, Chapman will be eager to finish the series on a high note and claim the top scorer's mantle. For Pakistan, the spotlight will be on Mohammad Amir, making a notable return to international cricket. Amir's economy rate of 6.42 in the series highlights his control and skill, making him a critical asset in Pakistan's bowling arsenal.
With the Pakistan Cricket Board set to announce their squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup on May 1, players on both sides will be under pressure to perform, not only to win the series but also to secure their spots for the global tournament.
Fans can expect a high-octane clash filled with strategic depth and individual brilliance as both teams vie to conclude the series on a winning note. This final T20I not only promises great cricket but also intense competition as both teams fight for supremacy and momentum ahead of more significant challenges.
Story first published: Saturday, April 27, 2024, 19:08 [IST]
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