Pakistan record 10th lowest T20 total in history, collapse for 105 Against NZ

Mount Maunganui: Pakistan suffered a humiliating batting collapse in the fourth T20I against New Zealand, getting bowled out for 105 runs in 16.2 overs, marking their 10th lowest total in T20I history.

Batting first at Mount Maunganui Cricket Stadium, New Zealand set a formidable target of 221 runs in 20 overs, losing six wickets. Michael Bracewell (46) and Tim Seifert (44) were the top scorers for the Black Caps. Haris Rauf took 3 wickets, Abrar Ahmed bagged 2, and Abbas Afridi claimed 1 for Pakistan.

Chasing the total, Pakistan’s batting lineup crumbled, with Mohammad Haris (2), Khushdil Shah (6), Hasan Nawaz, captain Agha Salman, Shadab Khan, and Abbas Afridi (all scoring 1 run each) failing to deliver. Abdul Samad’s 44 runs were the only notable contribution for the visitors.

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This equals Pakistan’s lowest T20I total of 105, previously recorded against New Zealand in 2018 at Sky Stadium. Their lowest-ever score remains 74, posted against Australia.

The fifth and final match of the series is scheduled for Wednesday, March 26, after which both teams will face off in ODI matches.