Published: Feb 15, 2025, 08:50 AM (IST)
Edited: Feb 15, 2025, 08:51 AM (IST)
New Zealand put on a spectacular show as they won the tri-nation series with a five-wicket win over Pakistan in the final on February 14. As they were chasing 243, the Kiwis were barely given a challenge by the bowling lineup of Pakistan. Daryl Mitchell (57) and Tom Latham (55) scored half centuries each, along with Devon Conway (48) and Kane Williamson (34) also made significant contributions.
New Zealand bowlers put out a bright display earlier on, as Will O’Rourke taking the lead with four wickets. Mitchell Santner and Michael Bracewell also bagged in two wickets each. Pakistan batting lineup saw a struggle, as no batter was able to score even a score of fifty. Mohammed Rizwan and Salman Agha were the top scorers with scores of 46 and 45 respectively.
New Zealand had the luxury of enjoying an unbeaten time throughout this tri-series, as they recorded wins against both Pakistan and South Africa in the group stage. All three teams are now going to shift their attention to the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
One thing to be noted is this was New Zealand’s first victory in a multi-nation men’s One-Day tournament since 2005, where they bead India in the final of a tri-series in Harare.
