Match Info
In the 4th T20I between New Zealand National Cricket Team vs Pakistan National Cricket Team Match Scorecard, New Zealand secured a 7-wicket victory. Pakistan posted a competitive total of 158/5 in their 20 overs, with Mohammad Rizwan’s unbeaten 90 leading the charge. However, New Zealand chased down the target in 18.1 overs, scoring 159/3.
New Zealand’s innings started shakily, with Shaheen Afridi reducing them to 20/3 after dismissing Finn Allen, Tim Seifert, and Will Young early on. But Daryl Mitchell (72*) and Glenn Phillips (70*) built an incredible unbroken partnership of 139 runs off just 93 balls to take New Zealand over the line.
Mitchell was named the Player of the Match for his excellent knock. The bowlers, especially Shaheen Afridi, had an impressive start for Pakistan, but they couldn’t maintain control as Mitchell and Phillips dominated the latter stages of the game.
| Match | NZ vs PAK, 4th T20I, Pakistan tour of New Zealand, 2024 |
| Date | Friday, January 19, 2024 |
| Toss | New Zealand won the toss and opt to bowl |
| Time | 11:40 AM |
| Venue | Hagley Oval, Christchurch |
| Umpires | Shaun Haig, Wayne Knights |
| Third Umpire | Chris Brown |
| Match Referee | Jeff Crowe |
Venue Guide
The 4th T20I between New Zealand National Cricket Team vs Pakistan National Cricket Team Match Scorecard is set to take place at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi, Pakistan. Known for its excellent pitch conditions, the stadium typically offers balanced support for both batsmen and bowlers, making it an exciting venue for T20 cricket. With a seating capacity of around 17,000, the stadium provides an electric atmosphere, especially when packed with passionate local fans.
| Stadium: | Hagley Oval |
| City: | Christchurch |
| Capacity: | 20,000 |
| Hosts to: | Canterbury |
New Zealand Innings
Score: 178/7 in 20 overs
Key Contributors:
- Tim Robinson: 51 off 36 balls
- Foxcroft: 34 off 26 balls
- Tom Blundell: 28 off 15 balls
New Zealand batted first and posted a total of 178/7 in their 20 overs. Key contributions came from Tim Robinson, who top-scored with 51 off 36 balls, and Foxcroft, who added 34 off 26 balls. Tom Blundell also played a quick knock of 28 from 15 deliveries.
| Batter | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
| Finn Allen | c Saim Ayub b Shaheen Afridi | 8 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 200 |
| Tim Seifert (wk) | c Babar Azam b Shaheen Afridi | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Will Young | c Mohammad Nawaz b Shaheen Afridi | 4 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 50 |
| Daryl Mitchell | not out | 72 | 44 | 7 | 2 | 163.64 |
| Glenn Phillips | not out | 70 | 52 | 5 | 3 | 134.62 |
Bowler Performance:
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | NB | WD | ECO |
| Shaheen Afridi (c) | 4 | 0 | 34 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 8.50 |
| Zaman Khan | 4 | 0 | 30 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 7.50 |
| Haris Rauf | 3.1 | 0 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9.20 |
| Mohammad Wasim Jr | 3 | 0 | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| Mohammad Nawaz | 4 | 0 | 41 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10.20 |
Pakistan Innings
Score: 158/5 in 20 overs
Key Contributors:
- Mohammad Rizwan: 90* off 63 balls
- Fakhar Zaman: 61 off 45 balls
For Pakistan, Abbas Afridi was the pick of the bowlers, taking 3 wickets for 20 runs in his 3 overs. Pakistan, in reply, fell short by 4 runs, managing 174/8 in their 20 overs. Fakhar Zaman top-scored with 61 off 45 balls, but despite some late hitting by Imad Wasim (22 off 11), Pakistan could not reach the target
| Batter | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
| Saim Ayub | c Daryl Mitchell b Matt Henry | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 16.67 |
| Rizwan (wk) | not out | 90 | 63 | 6 | 2 | 142.86 |
| Babar Azam | c Glenn Phillips b Milne | 19 | 11 | 2 | 1 | 172.73 |
| Fakhar Zaman | c Chapman b Lockie Ferguson | 9 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 60.00 |
| Sahibzada Farhan | c Glenn Phillips b Lockie Ferguson | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 50 |
| Iftikhar Ahmed | c Southee b Matt Henry | 10 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 71.43 |
| Mohammad Nawaz | not out | 21 | 9 | 0 | 3 | 233.33 |
Bowler Performance:
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | NB | WD | ECO |
| Southee | 4 | 0 | 36 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9.00 |
| Matt Henry | 4 | 0 | 22 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5.50 |
| Milne | 4 | 0 | 49 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 12.20 |
| Lockie Ferguson | 4 | 0 | 27 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6.80 |
| Santner (c) | 4 | 0 | 23 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.80 |
Match Summary
Result: Pakistan won by 7 wickets (with 47 balls remaining)
Player of the Match: Shaheen Afridi
Key Moments
- Ferguson to Sahibzada Farhan: Out Caught by Glenn Phillips – Farhan was caught after mistiming a pull shot.
- Southee to Rizwan: Four – Rizwan expertly ramped the ball for a boundary.
- Matt Henry to Iftikhar Ahmed: Out Caught by Southee – Ahmed was caught after a top-edged shot.
Final Words
New Zealand National Cricket Team vs Pakistan National Cricket Team Match Scorecard victory in the 4th T20I was a testament to their resilience and ability to chase down challenging targets. Despite a shaky start, Daryl Mitchell and Glenn Phillips led New Zealand to a memorable win. With the series poised for a thrilling finish, both teams will be looking to bring their best performance in the final match. The series continues to offer exciting cricket, and fans can look forward to more exhilarating action in the upcoming games.
FAQs
Q1: Who was the Player of the Match in the 4th T20I?
A1: Daryl Mitchell was named the Player of the Match for his outstanding unbeaten 72, which played a crucial role in New Zealand’s victory.
Q2: What was the final score of the match?
A2: New Zealand scored 159/3 in 18.1 overs, while Pakistan scored 158/5 in 20 overs.
Q3: Where was the 4th T20I played?
A3: The match was played at Hagley Oval, Christchurch.
Q4: How many wickets did Shaheen Afridi take?
A4: Shaheen Afridi took 3 wickets for 34 runs in his 4 overs.
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