New Zealand Clinches ODI Series with Commanding Win Over Pakistan

Mitch Hay's unbeaten 99 and Ben Sears' five-wicket haul secure an 84-run victory in the second match, giving New Zealand an unassailable 2-0 series lead.

• New Zealand defeated Pakistan by 84 runs in the second ODI, securing a 2-0 lead in the three-match series.
• Mitch Hay's career-best unbeaten 99, featuring seven sixes and seven fours, anchored New Zealand's total of 292-8.
• Ben Sears claimed a decisive five-wicket haul, reducing Pakistan to 32-5 early in their chase.
• Pakistan's lower order showed resistance, with Faheem Ashraf scoring 73 and Naseem Shah contributing 51 in a 60-run partnership.
• The series will conclude with the third ODI on April 4, 2025, at Mount Maunganui.

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