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PAK vs NZ 3rd T20I: Red-hot Pakistan face under pressure New Zealand
Pakistan and New Zealand are slated to square off against each other in the third T20I match on Sunday at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, in what promises to be a thrilling showdown between both teams. With Pakistan currently leading the five-match series 1-0 after clinching victory in the second game, they will be eying another win to further solidify their position.
The first game of the series was washed out due to rain, however, the action resumed in the second T20I, where Pakistan emerged victorious, beating New Zealand by seven wickets and showcasing their prowess in all departments of the game.
Their comprehensive win put them in the driving seat as they aim to clinch the series. Mohammad Rizwan provided stability at the top of the order, hammering 45 and helping the side chase down 90 in 12.1 overs.
On the other hand, New Zealand will be eager to bounce back from their defeat and level the series. New Zealand lacked the fire in batting department, being bowled out for 90 after being put into bat. Mark Chapman top-scored with 19 runs. Shaheen Afridi claimed three wickets, while Mohammad Amir, Abrar Ahmed and Shadab Khan took two wickets each.
PAK Probable XI: Babar Azam (c), Saim Ayub, Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Usman Khan, Irfan Khan, Iftikhar Ahmed, Shadab Khan, Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, Mohammad Amir, Abrar Ahmed
NZ Probable XI: Tim Seifert (wk), Tim Robinson, Dean Foxcroft, Mark Chapman, James Neesham, Michael Bracewell (c), Cole McConchie, Ish Sodhi, Jacob Duffy, Ben Sears, Ben Lister
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