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The cricket sports match between the new Zealand national cricket team vs Pakistan national cricket team match scorecard on April 20, 2024, showcased an exciting contest in the T20 format. Both teams fielded strong squads, with experienced players and promising talent aiming to make a mark. Pakistan, known for their aggressive bowling and formidable batting lineup, squared off against a determined New Zealand side known for resilience and strategic play. Set against the backdrop of intense rivalry, this match promised thrilling moments, as each side fought for dominance. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the game, highlighting standout performances, key moments, and the final outcome.
Match Overview
Date: April 20, 2024
Venue: [Insert Venue Name]
Format: T20 Match
Squads
New Zealand National Cricket Team:
- Tim Seifert (wk)
- Tim Robinson
- Dean Foxcroft
- Mark Chapman
- James Neesham
- Cole McConchie
- Michael Bracewell (c)
- Ish Sodhi
- Jacob Duffy
- Ben Sears
- Ben Lister
Pakistan National Cricket Team:
- Saim Ayub
- Babar Azam (c)
- Mohammad Rizwan (wk)
- Usman Khan
- Irfan Khan
- Iftikhar Ahmed
- Shadab Khan
- Shaheen Shah Afridi
- Mohammad Amir
- Naseem Shah
- Abrar Ahmed
Match Scorecard
New Zealand National Cricket Team – 1st Innings
- Total: 90 runs in 18.1 overs (RR: 4.95)
- Fall of Wickets:
- 1-16: Tim Seifert (2.1 ov) – c Shadab Khan b Shaheen Shah Afridi
- 2-22: Tim Robinson (3.2 ov) – c Iftikhar Ahmed b Mohammad Amir
- 3-35: Dean Foxcroft (5.4 ov) – c Babar Azam b Mohammad Amir
- 4-49: Mark Chapman (8.1 ov) – c Saim Ayub b Abrar Ahmed
- 5-50: James Neesham (8.3 ov) – c Shadab Khan b Abrar Ahmed
- 6-59: Michael Bracewell (11.1 ov) – c Naseem Shah b Shadab Khan
- 7-76: Cole McConchie (14.5 ov) – b Shaheen Shah Afridi
- 8-79: Ish Sodhi (15.6 ov) – lbw b Shadab Khan
- 9-85: Ben Sears (17.4 ov) – c Babar Azam b Naseem Shah
- 10-90: Ben Lister (18.1 ov) – b Shaheen Shah Afridi
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Batting Summary:
| Player | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tim Seifert (wk) | 12 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 120.00 |
| Tim Robinson | 4 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Dean Foxcroft | 13 | 14 | 1 | 1 | 92.85 |
| Mark Chapman | 19 | 16 | 3 | 0 | 118.75 |
| James Neesham | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 16.66 |
| Cole McConchie | 15 | 18 | 1 | 0 | 83.33 |
| Michael Bracewell (c) | 4 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 36.36 |
| Ish Sodhi | 8 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 61.53 |
| Jacob Duffy | 8* | 10 | 1 | 0 | 80.00 |
| Ben Sears | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 60.00 |
| Ben Lister | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 50.00 |
Extras: (2 wides) 2
Bowling by Pakistan:
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | ECON |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shaheen Shah Afridi | 3.1 | 0 | 13 | 3 | 4.10 |
| Naseem Shah | 4 | 0 | 27 | 1 | 6.75 |
| Mohammad Amir | 3 | 0 | 13 | 2 | 4.33 |
| Abrar Ahmed | 4 | 0 | 15 | 2 | 3.75 |
| Iftikhar Ahmed | 1 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 7.00 |
| Shadab Khan | 3 | 0 | 15 | 2 | 5.00 |
Pakistan National Cricket Team – 2nd Innings
- Total: 92 runs for 3 wickets in 12.1 overs (RR: 7.56)
- Fall of Wickets:
- 1-4: Saim Ayub (0.2 ov) – c & b Lister
- 2-41: Babar Azam (4.5 ov) – st †Seifert b Bracewell
- 3-56: Usman Khan (7.1 ov) – b Sodhi
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Batting Summary:
| Player | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saim Ayub | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 200.00 |
| Babar Azam (c) | 14 | 13 | 3 | 0 | 107.69 |
| Mohammad Rizwan (wk) | 45* | 34 | 4 | 1 | 132.35 |
| Usman Khan | 7 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 116.66 |
| Irfan Khan | 18* | 18 | 1 | 1 | 100.00 |
Extras: (4 leg byes) 4
Bowling by New Zealand:
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | ECON |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ben Lister | 2 | 0 | 10 | 1 | 5.00 |
| Jacob Duffy | 2 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 3.50 |
| Ben Sears | 3 | 0 | 30 | 0 | 10.00 |
| Michael Bracewell | 2 | 0 | 19 | 1 | 9.50 |
| Ish Sodhi | 3 | 0 | 18 | 1 | 6.00 |
| Cole McConchie | 0.1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 24.00 |
Key Performances
- Man of the Match: Mohammad Rizwan (Pakistan) for his match-winning innings of 45 runs.
- Highest Runs:
- New Zealand: Mark Chapman (19 runs)
- Pakistan: Mohammad Rizwan (45 runs)
- Wickets:
- New Zealand: Shaheen Shah Afridi (3 wickets)
- Pakistan: Mohammad Amir and Abrar Ahmed (2 wickets each)
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Conclusion
In a thrilling encounter, new Zealand cricket team vs Pakistan emerged victorious by successfully chasing down New Zealand’s total of 90 runs, securing the win with 7 wickets in hand. The match showcased remarkable bowling performances from Pakistan, particularly by Shaheen Shah Afridi, and a stellar batting display from Mohammad Rizwan.
