Tue Mar 18 02:00:00 UTC 2025: ## Pakistan Crumbles in T20 Debut Against New Zealand
**Auckland, New Zealand:** Pakistan suffered a humiliating 9-wicket defeat in the first T20I against New Zealand, their batting line-up completely collapsing in the face of disciplined Kiwi bowling. Playing without star batsmen Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan, Pakistan managed a paltry 91 runs, their lowest ever T20I total against New Zealand. Only one batsman, Khushdil Shah (32), managed to reach a score above 20. Eight Pakistani batsmen failed to reach double figures.
The inexperienced Pakistani batting order, featuring three debutants, struggled against the New Zealand attack. Jacob Duffy took 4 wickets, while Kyle Jamieson claimed 3. New Zealand comfortably chased down the target in just 10.1 overs, Tim Seifert top-scoring with 44. The loss continues a period of poor form for Pakistan, following a disappointing Champions Trophy campaign. The series continues with four more T20s and three ODIs.
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