Overview

• New Zealand defeated Pakistan by five wickets in a 15-over match, chasing down 136 runs with 11 balls to spare in Dunedin.
• Tim Seifert smashed 26 runs off a single over bowled by Shaheen Afridi, contributing 45 runs off 22 balls and earning the Player of the Match award.
• Finn Allen and Seifert's opening partnership of 66 runs in just 28 balls set the tone for a commanding chase.
• Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha top-scored with 46 runs but acknowledged the team's need to improve in powerplays with both bat and ball.
• Haris Rauf criticized the culture of criticism in Pakistan cricket, calling for patience with younger players as the team rebuilds.