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Cricket Match Highlights | NZ vs PAK (3rd ODI) – 05 April: Pakistan tour of New Zealand 2025 | The Men in Green got whitewashed by the Kiwis

NZ vs PAK (3rd ODI) – Highlights

New Zealand clinched the 3rd ODI at Mount Maunganui with a 43-run victory over Pakistan, sealing the match and showcasing a strong all-round performance. Batting first, New Zealand posted 264/8 in their full quota of 42 overs, thanks largely to Michael Bracewell’s explosive 59 off 40 balls and a composed 58 by Rhys Mariu.

In response, Pakistan was bowled out for 221 in 40 overs, falling short despite a few promising starts. Michael Bracewell was named Player of the Match for his impactful knock and tidy bowling figures of 1/39. The standout performer of the series was Ben Sears, who consistently troubled the Pakistani batters and finished with 10 wickets, earning him the Player of the Series award.

New Zealand’s 264 for 8 in their allotted 42 overs has several contributions across the batting lineup. Rhys Mariu was solid at the top, scoring 58 off 61 balls with 6 fours and 2 sixes before falling lbw to Sufiyan Muqeem. Nick Kelly managed only 3 runs from 9 balls before Abdullah Shafique caught him off Naseem Shah.

Henry Nicholls added a steady 31 off 40 before being dismissed by Akif Javed, who removed Daryl Mitchell for 43, Michael Bracewell for a rapid 59 off 40 (which included 6 sixes), and Muhammad Abbas for 11. Tim Seifert contributed 26 before falling to Naseem Shah, while Mitchell Hay scored 8 before being dismissed by Faheem Ashraf. Ben Sears remained unbeaten on 5 from just 3 balls. Overall, Bracewell’s aggressive knock and Mariu’s anchor role were the highlights of the innings.

Pakistan’s bowling effort in the 3rd ODI saw mixed returns as they tried to contain a fired-up New Zealand batting lineup. Akif Javed was the standout performer, taking 4 wickets for 62 runs in his 8 overs despite going at 7.75 runs per over, also bowling 4 wides and 2 no-balls. Naseem Shah bowled with pace and picked up 2 wickets for 54 runs in his 9 overs, maintaining an economy of 6.00.

Faheem Ashraf chipped in with a wicket as well, conceding 31 in his 5 overs. Sufiyan Muqeem was economical and effective, finishing with figures of 1/45 from 9 overs. Mohammad Wasim Jr went wicketless in his 8 overs but kept things relatively tight with an economy of 5.87. Salman Agha bowled a short spell of 3 overs for 16 runs without any success. While there were moments of pressure, New Zealand’s middle-order acceleration, particularly from Bracewell, tilted the balance in their favor.

PAK got bowled out for 221 in 40 overs, despite some decent contributions in the middle order. Abdullah Shafique anchored the early part of the innings with a cautious 33 off 56 balls, while skipper Babar Azam played fluently for his 50 off 58. Mohammad Rizwan provided a much-needed boost with a brisk 37 from 32 balls, and Tayyab Tahir chipped in with a fluent 33 off 31.

However, frequent wickets derailed the chase, especially after Imam-ul-Haq retired hurt early in the innings. New Zealand’s bowlers, particularly Ben Sears, who claimed 4 wickets, including key scalps of Shafique, Salman Agha, Naseem Shah, and Wasim Jr, proved too good. Jacob Duffy supported well with 2 wickets, while Michael Bracewell and Daryl Mitchell chipped in with one each. Pakistan’s innings lost momentum at critical moments, and with little contribution from the lower order, they were bowled out for 221, handing New Zealand a well-deserved series win.

New Zealand vs Pakistan Scoreboard

New Zealand – 264/8 (42.0)

Pakistan – 221/10 (40.0)

Result – New Zealand won by 43 runs (42 Ovs game due to wet outfield)

Player of the match – Michael Bracewell

Player of the Series – Ben Sears

NZ vs PAK Playing XIs

New Zealand

Michael Bracewell (c), Mitchell Hay (wk), Muhammad Abbas, Nick Kelly, William O’Rourke, Henry Nicholls, Tim Seifert, Ben Sears, Jacob Duffy, Rhys Mariu, and Daryl Mitchell.

Pakistan

Mohammad Rizwan (c & wk), Faheem Ashraf, Naseem Shah, Salman Agha, Tayyab Tahir, Imam-ul-Haq, Akif Javed, Mohammad Wasim Jr, Sufiyan Muqeem, Abdullah Shafique, and Babar Azam.

Disclaimer: This match highlight is based on the author’s understanding, analysis, and instinct. As you review this information, consider the points mentioned and form your own conclusions.

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