New Zealand Clinch Thrilling Victory in Third T20I, Series Level at 1-1

New Zealand defeated Pakistan by seven wickets in a nail-biting third T20I encounter at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Sunday, April 21st. The win levels the five-match series at 1-1, with the next two matches scheduled for Lahore. Pakistan posted a competitive total of 178 runs on the board, thanks to a late flourish from Shadab Khan who smashed a quickfire 41 off just 20 deliveries. Earlier, the top order struggled against tight New Zealand bowling, with only Mohammad Rizwan (38) and Babar Azam (35) managing starts. In reply, New Zealand got off to a decent start before losing their openers early. However, a match-winning knock by Mark Chapman (87* off 54 balls) steered the visitors home with two overs to spare. Chapman found valuable support from Dean Foxcroft (42) as the duo stitched together a crucial century partnership to take the game away from Pakistan.

Chapman’s Heroics Earn Player of the Match Award

https://globallearning.world.edu/2024/04/09/the-importance-of-gmat-coaching-from-a-professional-institute Mark Chapman was deservedly named the Player of the Match for his unbeaten knock that took New Zealand over the line. His innings was a display of elegance and power, with some exquisite strokeplay on display.

Series Shifts to Lahore

The focus now shifts to Lahore, where the fourth and fifth T20Is will be played on April 25th and 27th respectively. With the series finely poised at 1-1, both teams will be aiming to take control and secure a series win. Pakistan will be keen to bounce back on home soil, while New Zealand will look to build on the momentum gained from their victory in Rawalpindi.