Despite Pakistan’s humiliating defeat against a weakened New Zealand side in the second T20I, Naseem Shah’s remarkable in-swinging yorker stole the spotlight at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.
In the sixth over, Naseem bowled a stunning yorker to dismiss Tim Robinson, who was batting aggressively at 28 off 19 balls. The delivery, which uprooted the middle stump, left Robinson clueless and showcased Naseem’s bowling prowess.
However, Pakistan, led by Babar Azam, faced a heavy defeat at the hands of Bracewell’s New Zealand. The Kiwis chased down the modest 179-run target in just 18.2 overs, with Mark Chapman’s explosive unbeaten 87 off 42 balls leading the charge. James Neesham’s quick 6* off 5 deliveries added to Pakistan’s woes.
The two teams will lock horns again on April 25 for the crucial fourth T20I at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. Pakistan will be looking to bounce back and avoid falling further behind in the series.
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