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New Zealand (220/6) outclass Pakistan (105) by 115 runs in the fourth T20I to take an unassailable 3-1 lead in the 5-match series

Bad day at the office ... need even more exposure of middle order, we'll be fine.

Bowling of Afridi and Shadab? well...
 
Lol Duffy is beyond average and Pakistan batsmen love giving him freebie wickets.
Mate these guys are like Shane Bond, Trent Boult, Tim Southee in their own conditions

They would go for 3 overs for 60 against India in the SC.
 
Abbas isnt a conventional seamer. He’s a 4th seamer type bowler like Tom Curran or Jade Dernbach. It’s Shaheen who has been all over the place. Can’t make sense of what this guy wants to do? Why isn’t he opting to just rest?
Not sure why players sitting on TV and Media is not targeting him. Ever since he has come back from his knee injury, has been one of the major reasons for all the defeats Pak has faced.

We seriously need a fresh blood who can lead the bowling attack. Unfortunately we don't have much options
 
And what difference did these 35 runs make?

Asif has won 2 t20 WC matches for Pakistan
35 meant Pakistan do not hold record for the lowest or even second lowest total of he hit out Asif Ali won those matches when there was a chance, at no point in Samad's inninh Pakistan had chance. I do not rate him but do not blame him for his approach in this match, much better than Asif, Khushdil Kallis or Faheem Sobers would had done.
 
35 meant Pakistan do not hold record for the lowest or even second lowest total of he hit out Asif Ali won those matches when there was a chance, at no point in Samad's inninh Pakistan had chance. I do not rate him but do not blame him for his approach in this match, much better than Asif, Khushdil Kallis or Faheem Sobers would had done.
Those records are meaningless

Asif Ali got those runs when Pakistan needed it. Let Samad finish a match then he can be rated better. Finishers job is to finish the match..
 
This is a poor batting unit alright. But this is a regular bowling unit. So lot of blame should be attached to bowling. You cannot bowl like this match after match after match. Also captaincy is really bizzarre. This gives you a lot of assistance to seamers especially with new ball. But Salman Ali Agha was tossing the enw ball to Khushdil shah, Abrar.

You can have the best bowling and batting talent at your disposal but it can easily get wasted when the captain, coaches can't get the basics right ie reading, understanding the pitches, conditions, bowling changes, field placements etc
 
Shaheen needs to be dropped and sent to domestic

Similar for shadab the rubbish
 
Those records are meaningless

Asif Ali got those runs when Pakistan needed it. Let Samad finish a match then he can be rated better. Finishers job is to finish the match..
You expect Asif Ali to finish with 100 + needed batting with tailend on this pitch against half decent bowling lineup, lol. Anyone can fluke over or two, even Naseem finished match for Pak.
 
You expect Asif Ali to finish with 100 + needed batting with tailend on this pitch against half decent bowling lineup, lol. Anyone can fluke over or two, even Naseem finished match for Pak.
Asif wouldn't have finished the match. In fact, no one would have. What I am trying to tell you is that a finisher can be rated only if he finishes a match. These runs mean nothing.
 
Asif wouldn't have finished the match. In fact, no one would have. What I am trying to tell you is that a finisher can be rated only if he finishes a match. These runs mean nothing.
Agree, and I am just telling you he had no choice but to play like that or Pakistan would had been out in 10 overs, so atleast he had some practise in international, opportunities are limited.
 
Yes he helped us lose by 120 runs instead of 150. Would have been nice seeing your favorite Azam Khan play here. Would have shaken up NZ not with the bat though.
Rauf was let down by his teammates. He has been the best player of this series.
 
Agree, and I am just telling you he had no choice but to play like that or Pakistan would had been out in 10 overs, so atleast he had some practise in international, opportunities are limited.
Fair enough. Let's see how Samad performs in close games.
 
If 11 tail enders are playing then you expect this from a B team. Mindless slogging will not take you anywhere. Only consolation is when ever we have batted apart from last match the ball has been moving crazy but thats no excuse
 
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Absolute shambles, it is imagine this outfit against world class Indian or Australian team, 42/5 in PP and then 43/7
 
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Absolute shambles, it is imagine this outfit against world class Indian or Australian team, 42/5 in PP and then 43/7

By then we’ll have Fakhar and Ayub back.

Trust the process.

If you’re happy watching guys bat at a strike rate of 125 throughout their career and failing in multiple events, then apparently the Peshawar league or wherever Rizwan is playing will keep you entertained.
 
By then we’ll have Fakhar and Ayub back.

Trust the process.

If you’re happy watching guys bat at a strike rate of 125 throughout their career and failing in multiple events, then apparently the Peshawar league or wherever Rizwan is playing will keep you entertained.
Rizwan plays at a 120 sr in the Iftikhar Ahmed league as well.
 
When Saim and fakhar come back, I’d probably open with Saim and Hasan then have Haris down to 3, fakhar at 4. Agha 5, irfan 6 and then Shadab (sadly, I don’t think we have many other options right now) at 7.

Interested to see how that plays out. I’d leave fakhar at 4 now because he’s getting on, and he did have some form there. We have to prioritise our younger batsmen as long as they’re in form and performing. Fakhar can move back up if it doesn’t work out.
 
When Saim and fakhar come back, I’d probably open with Saim and Hasan then have Haris down to 3, fakhar at 4. Agha 5, irfan 6 and then Shadab (sadly, I don’t think we have many other options right now) at 7.

Interested to see how that plays out. I’d leave fakhar at 4 now because he’s getting on, and he did have some form there. We have to prioritise our younger batsmen as long as they’re in form and performing. Fakhar can move back up if it doesn’t work out.
My top 4 would be
Saim
Fakhar
Bobsy
Hasan(I feel he can muscle the spinners out of the park)
 
we dont have proper method in intent, look at seifert and finn they play with method not tullay
 
Abdul Samad speaking during a post-match press conference:

About losing today’s game and lessons learned:


"We saw improvements from our previous performance. Our primary goal here is to prepare for the Asia Cup and the World Cup. We're challenging ourselves, and this experience will be valuable for our development. Regarding the match, the bowling conditions were different from what we experienced earlier. We didn't get much swing or seam, but batting conditions changed significantly, which was a learning experience. We'll apply these lessons and strive for improvement."

About the change in conditions in the second innings:

"The swing and seam in the second innings felt noticeably different. This change might be attributed to the floodlights, although they were on earlier. However, the overall feel of the second innings was distinct."

About personal performance:

"Our captain has maintained a positive atmosphere, even in challenging conditions. Bringing this young team here to test them has been difficult, but we embraced it. We're optimistic and will demonstrate further improvement in the upcoming matches. We've shown progress from the first match onward. In the third match, we're starting to gel as a team, and, God willing, better results will follow."

"We're maintaining a positive outlook, believing that everything happening is a positive sign for our growth. We're improving daily, and despite today's loss, our progress is evident compared to previous matches. My innings today represents a positive sign for Pakistan's future."

About Hasan Nawaz:

"As a player, I understand that not every day is the same. He's a positive individual, and scoring a century after two ducks is a remarkable achievement for him, his family, and Pakistan."
 
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My top 4 would be
Saim
Fakhar
Bobsy
Hasan(I feel he can muscle the spinners out of the park)
I feel like Hasan has done well enough to earn a run at opening. If we move him down and he fails people will blame why did we move him down. Need to just give him settled consistent chances.

Fakhar will be 35 soon as has technically had a run at opening already. I agree there is a part of me that sees Fakhar outperforming Hasan as opener. But I just don’t simply think it’s worth long term development. Especially fakhar even has had injuries now I don’t know how much longer he will play. I wouldn’t dare mess with Hasan’s position right now.

I’d give Haris another game even though it’s still just one decent innings amongst mostly failures. But because of that I don’t really mind moving him down to 3. Plus we need someone to keep.

If it all doesn’t work out Babar/Rizwan etc can come back to fill in positions. But I reckon we can try for a bit to see how this new look team performs. Even though I believe giving Haris more chances now after that innings, I do think unfortunately long term he will be end up getting replaced again, so I can see Babar, Usman, Rizwan etc coming back for him. But for now I’d let him have a bit of a run.
 
New Zealand defeated Pakistan by 115 runs in the fourth T20I securing an unassailable 3-1 lead in the 5-match series

Opting to bat first, New Zealand posted 220 for six, led by Finn Allen's explosive 50 off just 20 balls, which included six fours and three sixes. Contributions from Tim Seifert (44 off 20 balls, 3x4s, 4x6s) and Michael Bracewell (46 not out off 26 balls, 5x4s, 2x6s) further strengthened their innings. For Pakistan, Haris Rauf impressed with figures of 3-27, while Abrar Ahmed chipped in with two wickets.

In response, Pakistan's batting faltered and they were bowled out for 105 in 16.2 overs, with Abdul Samad top-scoring with 44 off 30 balls, including four fours and two sixes. New Zealand's Jacob Duffy excelled with the ball, taking 4-20 in his four overs, supported by Zakary Foulkes with 3-25. The series finale is scheduled for 26 March at Sky Stadium, Wellington, with the match starting at 11:15am PKT.

Scores in Brief:

4th T20I: New Zealand defeated Pakistan by 115 runs at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui

New Zealand: 220-6, 20 overs (Finn Allen 50, Michael Bracewell 46 not out, Tim Seifert 44; Haris Rauf 3-27, Abrar Ahmed 2-41)

Pakistan: 105 all out, 16.2 overs (Abdul Samad 44; Jacob Duffy 4-20, Zakary Foulkes 3-25)

Player of the Match: Finn Allen (New Zealand)

T20I Series Schedule:

1st T20I: New Zealand defeated Pakistan by nine wickets at Hagley Oval, Christchurch

2nd T20I: New Zealand defeated Pakistan by five wickets at University Oval, Dunedin

3rd T20I: Pakistan defeated New Zealand by nine wickets at Eden Park, Auckland

4th T20I: New Zealand defeated Pakistan by 115 runs at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui

5th T20I: Scheduled for 26 March at Sky Stadium, Wellington at 11:15am PKT
 
I feel like Hasan has done well enough to earn a run at opening. If we move him down and he fails people will blame why did we move him down. Need to just give him settled consistent chances.

Fakhar will be 35 soon as has technically had a run at opening already. I agree there is a part of me that sees Fakhar outperforming Hasan as opener. But I just don’t simply think it’s worth long term development. Especially fakhar even has had injuries now I don’t know how much longer he will play. I wouldn’t dare mess with Hasan’s position right now.

I’d give Haris another game even though it’s still just one decent innings amongst mostly failures. But because of that I don’t really mind moving him down to 3. Plus we need someone to keep.

If it all doesn’t work out Babar/Rizwan etc can come back to fill in positions. But I reckon we can try for a bit to see how this new look team performs. Even though I believe giving Haris more chances now after that innings, I do think unfortunately long term he will be end up getting replaced again, so I can see Babar, Usman, Rizwan etc coming back for him. But for now I’d let him have a bit of a run.
Hasan deserves at least two Series. This one (last game) + a series at home.

I believe if you have identified a player in this format. You should at least give him a full series in home and away. Then make a decision.
 
Pakistan needs to rest Shaheen and Shadab. Shaheen steep decline. wow from the levels getting compared with Cummins, Bumrah, Boult, Rabada now he could be sitting out in all three formats due to performance.
He was never ever at their level
Never

Only delusional thought that. Clueless posters etc

Mamoon being one of the many fine species to gloat about him.

Bumrah Rabada and Cummins are goat tier players

Can’t compare a fraud to them.

Boult is below the above 3. Shami level. Almost top tier but just slightly below
 
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An expected result a team of hacks can get lucky every now and then but can't expect consistency from them.

Also for anyone getting their hopes about Samad after him finally scoring a few runs, just remember he's still never scored even a half century in any T20 game ever...
 
Came down crashing quick after a fantastic performance in 3rd game. Back to usual and back to reality :inzi
 
I did not get to see full game since it was a late game for us in US central time zone. Whatever I saw, I wonder what was the percentage of slow balls bowled by the Pak pacers of the allowed 6 balls. It felt as if the stock ball was the slower ball as opposed to varied pace balls. Let see if anyone can pull up those stats.
 
He was never ever at their level
Never

Only delusional thought that. Clueless posters etc

Mamoon being one of the many fine species to gloat about him.

Bumrah Rabada and Cummins are goat tier players

Can’t compare a fraud to them.

Boult is below the above 3. Shami level. Almost top tier but just slightly below
Yea.. If he can't even deliver in the only format he plays what is the use of him. One trick phony.
 
@Dr_Bassim @jamie smith @YousafTheBeast @Devadwal @mominsaigol 115 run defeat in a t20. We deserve this humiliation when we are ok humiliating white ball legends like Babar and glorifying tullas like Harris and Nawaz.

What did we do in last T20 tour to NZ with pathetic players like Rizwan?

We lost 4-1.

This time is already an improvement over Babar/Rizwan in the way we batted in our victory.

These young hitters are the guys who will score and chase any total on flat batting wickets which is 95% of white ball cricket.
 
Pak fans who are critical should look at this way. They shouldn't view this as an exercise to identify 11 players all at the same time. If they can find 2 new players that is a success for them. Pakistan apparently is limited in supply when it comes to batting talent. So this process is going to be long and slow. They have to build a new unit piece by piece. Meanwhile they should worry about the area where they are not really doing experiment. Shaheen regular. Rauf regular. Shadab experienced. Abrar now a regular. So they have to do experiment in that department as well.
 
He was never ever at their level
Never

Only delusional thought that. Clueless posters etc

Mamoon being one of the many fine species to gloat about him.

Bumrah Rabada and Cummins are goat tier players

Can’t compare a fraud to them.

Boult is below the above 3. Shami level. Almost top tier but just slightly below


Southee > Boult and if we are talking test cricket wagner> boult

O'Rourke will be better than boult if can control his injuries
 
Pak fans who are critical should look at this way. They shouldn't view this as an exercise to identify 11 players all at the same time. If they can find 2 new players that is a success for them. Pakistan apparently is limited in supply when it comes to batting talent. So this process is going to be long and slow. They have to build a new unit piece by piece. Meanwhile they should worry about the area where they are not really doing experiment. Shaheen regular. Rauf regular. Shadab experienced. Abrar now a regular. So they have to do experiment in that department as well.
Yup! Excellent points.
 
Pak fans who are critical should look at this way. They shouldn't view this as an exercise to identify 11 players all at the same time. If they can find 2 new players that is a success for them. Pakistan apparently is limited in supply when it comes to batting talent. So this process is going to be long and slow. They have to build a new unit piece by piece. Meanwhile they should worry about the area where they are not really doing experiment. Shaheen regular. Rauf regular. Shadab experienced. Abrar now a regular. So they have to do experiment in that department as well.
Exactly, well said, It’s about finding the right 11 for ICC tournaments and a balanced 11 overall.

Pakistanis seem to be obsessed over bilaterals
 
Salman Agha and the coach dropped the ball, Pre match report started that team batting first will likely have an advantage
I hope to see
Harris
Saim
Fakhar in the top 3 hope they get this righty
 
Haan.

Like Babar and Rizwan would have chased 220.

Lol.

Probably would have struck individual 50s in 12 overs and asked why remaining 9 batsmen were unable to get 120 runs in last 8 overs at rate of 15 an over.
Babar and Rizwan have chased 200 multiple times. The issue is your ilk is different standards for different players. You will cry about those teams being B and C teams but these tullas get it right 1/4 against NZ D team and suddenly you start doing bhangra
 
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