OTD | New Zealand won their first away series against Pakistan in 49 years in 2018

In Abu Dhabi, New Zealand achieved a historic series victory over Pakistan by defeating them by 123 runs in the third Test. In a thrilling victory at the same location last month, New Zealand took a 1-0 lead following the first Test. The second Test in Dubai was won by Pakistan by an innings and 16 runs after they recovered. During the first half of the third and final Test match back in Abu Dhabi, Pakistan held the advantage.

Before debutant William Somerville took four wickets to halt Pakistan’s momentum, they had knocked New Zealand out for 274 and appeared poised for a high total. Pakistan had a 74-run lead at the end of the first innings. The series’ leading scorer, Kane Williamson, then added 212 for the fifth wicket with Henry Nicholls after hitting a brilliant century. 

While Henry Nicholls was on 126 runs and remained not out. Pakistan got off to a terrible start, losing openers Mohammad Hafeez and Azhar Ali by the 12th over as they attempted to chase 280 on the last day. There was little chance for Pakistan after Somerville picked wickets of Harris Sohail and Asad Shafiq off consecutive deliveries before Imam-ul-Haq got out to Ajaz Patel, who was limping at 55 for 5 with plenty of time remaining.

New Zealand was getting ready for a significant series victory. Sarfraz Ahmed, his captain, and the tail-enders did not support Babar Azam, who appeared to be the only Pakistani batsman who was committed to fighting. 

After Patel had Hasan Ali caught by Kane Williamson, New Zealand won, and Babar eventually became the ninth wicket to fall for Pakistan. The Kiwis won their first away series against Pakistan since 1969, ending a 49-year wait. It was also the first series victory for New Zealand in a decade and their sixth in Asia.

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