Twitter Reactions: Allen, Milne lift New Zealand 2-0 up in Hamilton
New Zealand won the second T20I by 21 runs.
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In the second T20I clash between Pakistan and New Zealand at Hamilton's Seddon Park, Pakistan, eager for redemption after their previous loss, won the toss and elected to bowl. The hosts faced an early setback as Devon Conway fell within the powerplay, but Finn Allen's aggressive batting set a strong foundation for New Zealand. Allen quickly reached a half-century, consistently finding the boundaries until he was dismissed by Usama Mir with a deceptive delivery.
Despite a cramp forcing Kane Williamson off the field, New Zealand's batters, including useful cameos from others, propelled the team toward a formidable total of 194. Haris Rauf dazzled as the standout bowler, claiming three wickets in an impressive 19th over, while Shaheen Shah Afridi contained the damage in the final over by conceding only seven runs.
Facing a challenging target of 195, Pakistan stumbled to their second consecutive defeat, this time with only themselves to blame. Both openers were dismissed early, but Babar Azam and Fakhar Zaman steadied the innings. Babar displayed tactical finesse, while Fakhar aggressively took on Mitchell Santner and Ish Sodhi during the powerplay. Despite Fakhar's half-century, a dismissal of Ben Sears proved pivotal.
Pakistan’s middle order fumbles again
Iftikhar Ahmed and Azam Khan's failures left Pakistan struggling. Babar, despite reaching fifty, couldn't carry the team further. In the end, Pakistan fell short by 21 runs. Adam Milne, outstanding with the new ball and lethal at the death, claimed four wickets for 33 runs for New Zealand. Ben Sears and Ish Sodhi contributed impressively, with Sodhi displaying energy in the field.
Pakistan controlled the chase for an extended period, but Fakhar Zaman's wicket became the turning point. The match showcased both teams' competitive spirit, with New Zealand ultimately emerging victorious. As Adam Milne starred with the ball, Pakistan's missed opportunities and batting collapses proved costly, marking a tough defeat for the visitors.
Here's how 'X' users reacted to New Zealand's win over Pakistan:
I wonder what is the performance of Usama Mir that he was picked in the ODI World cup squad and now he is picked in the T20i team as well. His performance in both has been below par. He cant even maintain his line and length but yet he keeps getting opportunities#PAKvsNZ
— TaHa Khan (@tahakhan_mtk) January 14, 2024
He should play domestic cricket for best . Who is agree ??#PAKvsNZ #BabarAzam #Azamkhan pic.twitter.com/LDNR34dqdP
— waleed (@Purepakistani52) January 14, 2024
Well Played 🔥#BabarAzam𓃵 #PAKvsNZ pic.twitter.com/ZRDppxtxL1
— Rr Israr Khan (@RrIsrar) January 14, 2024
Aj Bobby ko koi kuch nhi bole ga.
— باسط (@Basit_Newbie) January 14, 2024
One man can’t win you matches 💔
#PAKvsNZ pic.twitter.com/H5awgITHQU
Usama Mir sy axhy 4 overs iftikhar nikal raha tha … captain so rha hai usy over q nhi diya dono matches mai … #poor_captaincy#PAKvsNZ
— Ahsan Iqbal (@ahsan_iqbal91) January 14, 2024
Those were the days 💔
— JahanZaib (@JahanZaibb_) January 14, 2024
#PAKvsNZ pic.twitter.com/2VpIpJAae8
Newzealand won the 2nd T20I by 21 runs.#PAKvsNZ #BabarAzam pic.twitter.com/GYIbZX7tqR
— Cric Krishna (@Krishnak0109) January 14, 2024
#PAKvsNZ @MHafeez22 I thought in your management decision would improve, but still poor decision after winning the toss, wen u r aware that chasing is not ur piece of cake, 2ndly wen this pitch is not made for Usama Mir, then y? y not Ifti was tried in bowling etc . . .
— STEVEN ALBERT (@creativesteve7) January 14, 2024
The King is Back❤️
— Dildar gujjar Dildar gujjar (@DildarKhan01) January 14, 2024
50 up for #BabarAzam on 35 ball's..🥰
#PAKvsNZ #BabarAzam𓃵 pic.twitter.com/AiObdrAFkz
Lost Asia Cup
— Muhammad Bilal Shakir (@bilalshakir2010) January 14, 2024
Lost world cup
Whitewashed in Australia
Whitewash in New Zealand is loading............#PAKvsNZ
Consecutive 50s, Slap on the face of haters 🫶#BabarAzam || #NZvsPAK || #PAKvsNZ pic.twitter.com/qQAxAeat18
— Bobby Nation (@BobbyNation_56) January 14, 2024
Captaincy was not a problem at all , it was middle order and lower order is shit.
— Waqas Khan (@WWakas) January 14, 2024
Few Questions need to ask:
Azam Khan?
Usama Mir?
Iftikhar? #PAKvsNZ #PakistanCricketTeam #BabarAzam #NZvPAK #NZvsPAK pic.twitter.com/1Ne4HzQUmo
He was not happy🥺#BabarAzam𓃵 #BabarAzam #Pakistan #PakistanCricketTeam #PAKvNZ #PAKvsNZ #NZvsPAK #bbvipal #BeterbievSmith #CaptainMilIer #StarAcademylive pic.twitter.com/rXQaE6fYzD
— Zain Gulzar (@zaingulzar009) January 14, 2024
Nothing is in favour of the Pakistan team after 2022 world cup 😞💔 #PAKvsNZ #PakistanCricketTeam #BabarAzam𓃵 pic.twitter.com/ESN3HVSKQQ
— Attal Khan (@attalkhan786) January 14, 2024
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