New Zealand crushed Pakistan by nine wickets in the opening T20I at Hagley Oval, taking a 1-0 lead in the series. Chasing a modest target of 91, Tim Seifert (44) and Finn Allen (29*) led the charge, securing victory in just 11 overs.
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Pakistan’s batting collapsed, managing only 91 runs after being put to bat. Kyle Jamieson (3 wickets) and Jacob Duffy (4 wickets) ripped through the lineup, with Khushdil Shah’s 32 being the lone resistance.
Pakistan will need a strong comeback in the next match to stay in the series.
