Sun Mar 16 01:40:00 UTC 2025: ## Pakistan Crumbles in T20 Series Opener Against New Zealand
**Christchurch, New Zealand:** Pakistan suffered a humiliating defeat in the first T20 International against New Zealand, losing by nine wickets and managing only 91 runs – their third-lowest T20I total. The dismal performance follows a disappointing Champions Trophy 2025 campaign, where Pakistan exited early, triggering significant changes within the team, including captaincy changes and the dropping of star players Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan from the T20 format.
New Zealand chased down the paltry total in just 10.1 overs, losing only one wicket. Kyle Jamieson was the star performer for the Kiwis, taking three top-order wickets for just eight runs in four overs, including a maiden. He was named Player of the Match. Jacob Duffy also contributed significantly, claiming four late wickets. Tim Seifert (44 runs) and Finn Allen (29 runs) led New Zealand’s successful chase. Pakistan’s only wicket was taken by Abrar Ahmed. The match also marked the T20I debut for three Pakistani players. Despite the significant changes made following the Champions Trophy, Pakistan’s performance remains a major cause for concern.
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