Sat Apr 05 08:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Pakistan’s New Zealand Tour Ends in Disappointment: Whitewash in ODI Series

**WELLINGTON, NEW ZEALAND** – Pakistan’s tour of New Zealand ended on a dismal note with a 3-0 whitewash in the One Day International (ODI) series, following a previous T20 series loss. The Pakistani team struggled in both batting and bowling, failing to match New Zealand’s consistent dominance across all departments. New Zealand secured a convincing 43-run victory in the final ODI.

Pakistan’s wicket-keeper batter Mohammad Rizwan acknowledged the team’s poor performance, stating, “We didn’t play well…” He highlighted the importance of adapting to New Zealand’s conditions, particularly playing the new ball effectively, promising to learn from their mistakes. While acknowledging individual strong performances, he conceded that New Zealand won the crucial moments in the series. Rizwan emphasized moving on from this tour and the previous Champions Trophy disappointment, looking forward to the Pakistan Super League (PSL) as a chance to regain form and national pride.

Despite Babar Azam’s fifty in the final match, it wasn’t enough to prevent the clean sweep. New Zealand’s success was attributed to strong performances across the board, showcasing their team’s strength and cohesion. The series leaves Pakistan with much to reflect on ahead of their upcoming domestic tournament.

Read More