What's happened
In the second ODI, New Zealand defeated Pakistan by 84 runs, scoring 292-8 while bowling Pakistan out for 208. Mitch Hay's explosive innings of 78 helped New Zealand recover from a mid-innings slump. The series continues with the final ODI on Friday.
What's behind the headline?
Performance Highlights
- Mitch Hay's Impact: Hay's 78 runs off 78 balls, including 22 runs in the final over, was crucial in stabilizing New Zealand's innings after a shaky start.
- Bowling Dominance: New Zealand's bowlers, particularly Ben Sears with 5-59, dismantled Pakistan's batting order, reducing them to 32-5 early in their innings.
Pakistan's Struggles
- Top Order Collapse: Pakistan's top order faltered, with key players like Babar Azam and Imam-ul-Haq dismissed cheaply, leading to a significant early deficit.
- Late Resistance: Tayyab Tahir and Faheem Ashraf provided some resistance with a partnership, but it was not enough to recover from the early losses.
Looking Ahead
- Final ODI: The final match in Mount Maunganui will be crucial for Pakistan to salvage pride in the series. They need to address their batting issues to compete effectively against New Zealand's strong bowling attack.
What the papers say
According to Al Jazeera, New Zealand's victory was marked by a strong performance from Mitch Hay, who scored a career-best 78 runs, helping the team recover from a precarious position at 132-5. Gulf News highlighted the early collapse of Pakistan's batting lineup, with their top order failing to deliver, leading to a significant loss. The contrasting performances of both teams underscore New Zealand's dominance in the series thus far.
How we got here
New Zealand and Pakistan are currently engaged in a three-match ODI series following a five-match T20 series, which New Zealand won 4-1. The first ODI saw New Zealand secure a 73-run victory, setting the stage for the second match.
Go deeper
- What were the key moments in the match?
- How did New Zealand's bowling perform overall?
- What can Pakistan do to improve in the final ODI?
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