The ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 warm-up match between New Zealand and Pakistan delivered an exhilarating display of cricket. New Zealand emerged victorious, chasing down a formidable 345-run target set by Pakistan, winning by five wickets.The match showcased New Zealand’s dominance in the contest, with their ability to chase down 346 runs with 6.2 overs to spare. It was a thrilling display of cricket that left fans eagerly anticipating the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023.
Highlights of NZ vs Pak Warm up Match
Spectacular Batting Display by New Zealand
New Zealand’s batting lineup put on a spectacular show, with Rachin Ravindra leading the charge. Ravindra’s blistering 97 off 72 balls set the tempo for the Kiwis’ chase. He narrowly missed out on a well-deserved century but left a lasting impact. The captain, Kane Williamson, capitalized on the opportunity for valuable batting practice and retired after reaching his half-century. Daryl Mitchell and Mark Chapman also contributed significantly with their fifties, particularly Chapman’s explosive innings.
Pakistan’s Century-Maker
Earlier in the match, Pakistan posted an impressive total of 345 for 5 while batting first. Mohammad Rizwan was the standout performer for Pakistan, scoring a magnificent century, with 103 runs to his name. His exceptional innings set a challenging target for New Zealand.
Key Player Lineups:
New Zealand (Batting XI, Fielding XI): Will Young, Devon Conway, Kane Williamson, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Latham (w/c), Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, James Neesham, Mitchell Santner, Mark Chapman, Ish Sodhi, Trent Boult, Matt Henry, Lockie Ferguson
Pakistan (Batting XI, Fielding XI): Imam-ul-Haq, Fakhar Zaman, Babar Azam (c), Abdullah Shafique, Mohammad Rizwan (w), Iftikhar Ahmed, Saud Shakeel, Agha Salman, Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, Mohammad Wasim Jr, Hasan Ali, Usama Mir
