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**New Zealand vs Pakistan 2nd T20I Highlights: Dominant Display by Tim Seifert and Finn Allen Secures Victory for New Zealand**
New Zealand vs Pakistan 2nd T20I Highlights: In an impressive display of power-hitting, New Zealand triumphed over Pakistan by five wickets, securing a 2-0 lead in the T20I series. The hosts chased down the target of 137 with 11 balls remaining in a rain-affected match in Dunedin, following a Pakistan innings total of 135-9 from 15 overs.
The opening pair of Tim Seifert and Finn Allen spearheaded the assault, delivering a spectacular display that featured seven sixes among their initial scoring shots. Pakistan’s innings was anchored by captain Salman Agha, who contributed a valiant 46 off 28 balls, following the early dismissal of opener Hasan Nawaz for zero. (Scorecard)
**2nd T20I, Pakistan in New Zealand, 5 T20I Series, 2025, March 18, 2025**
**Match Summary:**
*NZ: 137/5 (13.1 overs)*
*PAK: 135/9 (15.0 overs)*
*Venue: University Oval, Dunedin*
*Result: New Zealand won by 5 wickets*
A strategic game plan by New Zealand saw them leverage conditions effectively, dismissing Pakistan’s batters with precision. New Zealand’s varied bowling attack, featuring notable contributions from Zakary Foulkes and Michael Bracewell, kept Pakistan in check despite Salman Agha’s determined effort.
In pursuit of 136, New Zealand started on the front foot, Seifert and Allen orchestrating a blistering innings with 10 sixes between them, setting the tone for a clinical chase. Mitchell Hay and Captain Michael Bracewell also played crucial roles, leading their team to a commanding victory.
**Post-Match Reflections:**
– *Michael Bracewell*, skipper of New Zealand, praised his team’s comprehensive bowling performance. He highlighted the extra bounce provided by the wicket, which dictated Pakistan’s reliance on shorter deliveries, and celebrated the openers’ aggressive intent.
– *Salman Agha*, Pakistan’s captain, acknowledged the promising individual performances but emphasized the need for improvement, especially in the batting Powerplay.
– *Player of the Match, Tim Seifert* reflected on the enjoyable partnership with Allen, and was candid about improving his fielding, having learned from earlier mistakes.
Looking ahead, the third T20I promises to be a decisive encounter, with New Zealand aiming to close the series while Pakistan seeks redemption on March 21 at 6:15 am GMT.
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