PAK vs NZ: New Zealand players send out Eid greetings

RAWALPINDI: New Zealand squad, who are on a white-ball tour of Pakistan for a five-match each PAK vs NZ T20I and ODI series, extended Eid greetings to cricket fans.

In a video released on the official social media platforms of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), the touring side players including their captain Tom Latham wished Eid to all Muslims around the world.

“Just wanted to wish everyone a happy Eid. Hope you have a great time with your friends and family and celebrate well, Eid Mubarak, said Latham.

 

Apart from the Blackcaps captain Latham, experienced all-rounder James Neesham and young Cole McConchie also shared heartfelt messages on the auspicious occasion.

It is pertinent to mention that despite the abandonment of the fourth game PAK vs NZ T20I due to bad weather, the home side still lead the five-match series 2-1 with one game to spare.

New Zealand – being sent to bat first – were 164/5 in 18.5 overs when the game was brought to a halt. Mark Chapman and opener Chad Bowes were standout players with the bat as they scored half-centuries.

Mark Chapman top-scored with his unbeaten 71 from 42 balls. His knock included 10 boundaries and a six. Chad Bowes struck seven fours and a maximum on his way to 38-ball 54.

As far as Pakistan’s bowling was concerned, all-rounder Imad Wasim returned with exceptional figures of 3-19 in his four overs. Pacers Shaheen Shah Afridi and Haris Rauf took a wicket each.

Pakistan lead the five-match T20I series 2-1. The fifth match will be contested at the same venue on March 24.

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