Tim Seifert played an extraordinary knock, scoring 97* off just 38 balls. His innings dismantled Pakistan’s bowling attack, leaving them with no answers. Seifert’s aggression began early, targeting pacers with clean hitting. The highlight was his brutal powerplay onslaught, scoring boundaries at will. His 25-run over against Jahandad Khan defined the game’s one-sided nature. Seifert’s controlled aggression ensured New Zealand chased 129 in just ten overs. His innings showcased T20 dominance, making Pakistan’s total look embarrassingly inadequate.
Jimmy Neesham bowled precisely, claiming an impressive 5-22 in four overs. His ability to break partnerships and stifle scoring proved crucial. Neesham struck at regular intervals, dismantling Pakistan’s fragile middle order. His dismissals included key batters like Shadab Khan, worsening Pakistan’s struggles. The all-rounder’s variations troubled every batter, exposing Pakistan’s lack of batting depth. His ruthless efficiency in the death overs wrapped up Pakistan’s innings at 128.
New Zealand National Cricket Team vs Pakistan National Cricket Team Match Scorecard, 5th T20I at Wellington, Mar 26, 2025 – Full Scorecard
5th T20I (N), Wellington, March 26, 2025, Pakistan tour of New Zealand
New Zealand won by 8 wickets (with 60 balls remaining)
Pakistan (20 ovs maximum)
| Batting | R | B | M | 4s | 6s | SR | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Mohammad Haris â€
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c †Hay b Sears | 11 | 17 | 25 | 2 | 0 | 64.70 | ||
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Hasan NawazÂ
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c Neesham b Duffy | 0 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | ||
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Omair YousufÂ
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c †Hay b Duffy | 7 | 11 | 23 | 0 | 0 | 63.63 | ||
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Salman Agha (c)
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c Chapman b Neesham | 51 | 39 | 68 | 6 | 1 | 130.76 | ||
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Usman KhanÂ
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c Mitchell b Sodhi | 7 | 7 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 100.00 | ||
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Abdul SamadÂ
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c †Hay b Neesham | 4 | 9 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 44.44 | ||
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Shadab KhanÂ
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c †Hay b Neesham | 28 | 20 | 26 | 5 | 0 | 140.00 | ||
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Jahandad KhanÂ
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c O’Rourke b Neesham | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 50.00 | ||
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Haris RaufÂ
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not out | 6 | 10 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 60.00 | ||
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Sufiyan MuqeemÂ
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c Bracewell b Neesham | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | ||
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Mohammad AliÂ
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not out | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | – | ||
| Extras | (b 1, lb 1, w 11) | 13 | |||||||
| Total |
20 Ov (RR: 6.40, 101 Mins)
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128/9 | |||||||
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Fall of wickets: 1-5 (Hasan Nawaz, 1.3 ov), 2-23 (Mohammad Haris, 4.5 ov), 3-25 (Omair Yousuf, 5.3 ov), 4-43 (Usman Khan, 7.5 ov), 5-52 (Abdul Samad, 10.2 ov), 6-106 (Shadab Khan, 16.1 ov), 7-108 (Jahandad Khan, 16.4 ov), 8-121 (Salman Agha, 18.3 ov), 9-123 (Sufiyan Muqeem, 18.6 ov) • DRS
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| Bowling | O | M | R | W | ECON | 0s | 4s | 6s | WD | NB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Will O’Rourke
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4 | 0 | 29 | 0 | 7.25 | 12 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
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Jacob Duffy
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4 | 0 | 18 | 2 | 4.50 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
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Ben Sears
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4 | 0 | 25 | 1 | 6.25 | 12 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
|
Ish Sodhi
|
4 | 0 | 32 | 1 | 8.00 | 7 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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James Neesham
|
4 | 0 | 22 | 5 | 5.50 | 14 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
New Zealand National Cricket Team vs Pakistan National Cricket Team Match Scorecard – Key Moments of Pakistan Innings
| Pakistan Innings | Details |
|---|---|
| Powerplay (0.1 – 6.0 overs) | 27 runs, 3 wickets |
| Over 5.3 | Review by New Zealand (Bowling) – Decision Upheld (Wicket) – Batter: Omair Yousuf |
| 50 runs | In 9.4 overs (58 balls), Extras: 6 |
| Drinks Break | Pakistan – 52/4 in 10.0 overs (Agha Salman 17, Abdul Samad 4) |
| 100 runs | In 15.6 overs (96 balls), Extras: 7 |
| 6th Wicket Partnership | 50 runs in 34 balls (Agha Salman 20, Shadab Khan 28, Ex: 6) |
| Agha Salman | 50 off 37 balls (6 x 4, 1 x 6) |
| Innings Break | Pakistan – 128/9 in 20.0 overs (Haris Rauf 6, Mohammad Ali 0) |
New Zealand  (T: 129 runs from 20 ovs)
| Batting | R | B | M | 4s | 6s | SR | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Tim SeifertÂ
|
not out | 97 | 38 | 53 | 6 | 10 | 255.26 | ||
|
Finn AllenÂ
|
b Sufiyan Muqeem | 27 | 12 | 36 | 5 | 1 | 225.00 | ||
|
Mark ChapmanÂ
|
st †Mohammad Haris b Sufiyan Muqeem | 3 | 7 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 42.85 | ||
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Daryl MitchellÂ
|
not out | 2 | 4 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 50.00 | ||
| Extras | (nb 1, w 1) | 2 | |||||||
| Total |
10 Ov (RR: 13.10, 53 Mins)
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131/2 | |||||||
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Did not bat:Â James Neesham,Â
Mitchell Hay †,Â
Michael Bracewell (c),Â
Ish Sodhi,Â
Jacob Duffy,Â
Ben Sears,Â
Will O’RourkeÂ
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Fall of wickets: 1-93 (Finn Allen, 6.2 ov), 2-103 (Mark Chapman, 8.2 ov) • DRS
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| Bowling | O | M | R | W | ECON | 0s | 4s | 6s | WD | NB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Jahandad Khan
|
2 | 0 | 43 | 0 | 21.50 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
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Mohammad Ali
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2 | 0 | 27 | 0 | 13.50 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
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Haris Rauf
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2 | 0 | 22 | 0 | 11.00 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
|
Sufiyan Muqeem
|
2 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 3.00 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
|
Shadab Khan
|
2 | 0 | 33 | 0 | 16.50 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
 New Zealand National Cricket Team vs Pakistan National Cricket Team Match Scorecard – Key Moments of New Zealand Innings
| New Zealand Innings | Details |
|---|---|
| Powerplay (0.1 – 6.0 overs) | 92 runs, 0 wickets |
| 50 runs | In 3.3 overs (22 balls), Extras: 2 |
| 1st Wicket Partnership | 50 runs in 22 balls (TL Seifert 33, FH Allen 15, Ex: 2) |
| TL Seifert | 50 off 23 balls (5 x 4, 5 x 6) |
| 100 runs | In 7.6 overs (49 balls), Extras: 2 |
| Over 8.1 | Review by New Zealand (Batting) – Decision Upheld (Wicket) – Batter: MS Chapman |
Powerplay Carnage: New Zealand’s Record-Breaking Start
New Zealand smashed 92 runs in the powerplay, their best T20I start. Finn Allen and Tim Seifert launched an aggressive assault from ball one. Jahandad Khan’s first over went for 18, setting the tone for destruction. Seifert then tore apart Pakistan’s bowling, punishing every loose delivery. Five of the first six overs yielded double-digit runs for New Zealand. The run chase was effectively sealed within the first six overs.
Pakistan’s batting woes continued, folding for just 128 in 20 overs. The top order crumbled under pressure, with Hassan Nawaz failing again. Agha Salman fought hard but lacked support from the rest of the lineup. Pakistan’s inability to rotate strikes and build partnerships hurt them. Shadab Khan and Agha added 54 runs, but others failed miserably. The final four overs produced only 22 runs, showing a weak finish.
Pakistan’s Bowling Fails to Contain New Zealand’s Aggression
Pakistan’s bowlers lacked discipline, allowing New Zealand’s batters to dominate. Jahandad Khan and Shadab Khan proved expensive, conceding crucial boundaries. Seifert and Allen punished pacers, targeting them with effortless six-hitting. The introduction of Sufiyan Muqeem brought momentary relief with two quick wickets. However, Pakistan failed to maintain pressure, with Seifert’s final flourish proving fatal. Shadab’s expensive oversealed Pakistan’s fate, ending a humiliating series defeat.
Conclusion
New Zealand’s emphatic eight-wicket victory exposed Pakistan’s deep-rooted struggles in T20 cricket. Tim Seifert’s explosive 97* off 38 balls ensured an effortless chase, making Pakistan’s 128 look insignificant. His brutal hitting, especially in the powerplay, dismantled Pakistan’s bowling attack. Finn Allen provided strong support, helping New Zealand reach 92 in six overs— their highest T20I powerplay score. The chase was never in doubt as Seifert’s fireworks ended the game in just ten overs.
On the other hand, Pakistan’s batting woes persisted, folding for just 128 despite Agha Salman’s gritty fifty. Hassan Nawaz’s continued failures and the lack of partnerships hurt their total. Jimmy Neesham’s five-wicket haul made Pakistan’s innings even more miserable. While Shadab and Agha added 54 runs, the rest crumbled under pressure. Pakistan’s bowlers failed to defend the modest total, conceding runs at an alarming rate.
New Zealand dominated in all aspects, showcasing its depth and adaptability. Pakistan, meanwhile, must address its glaring weaknesses before its next international assignment.
