Fans on Twitter congratulated Pakistan Cricket Team on winning the Tri-Series in New Zealand. The Babar Azam-led side thumped the hosts in the final to claim the trophy and will now be heading to Australia for the T20 World Cup 2022.
Pakistan defeats New Zealand by 5 wickets to win the Tri-Series
New Zealand and Pakistan clashed in the final of the Tri-Series. Opting to bowl first, the visitors had a sensational start as they removed both the Kiwi openers for just 49 runs inside in the power play. But after that skipper, Kane Williamson chipped in with the bat at a crucial stage and scored 59 runs in 38 balls.
Glenn Phillips (29) and Mark Chapman (25) and James Neesham (17) then provided the finishing touches as New Zealand ended with a competitive total of 163/7 on the board. For Pakistan, Haris Rauf was the pick of the bowlers as he returned with the figures of 2/22.
Chasing the target, Pakistan had a similar start as New Zealand had. They lost three quick wickets in Babar Azam (15), Shan Masood (19) and Mohammad Rizwan (34) for just 74 runs. At that moment, it seemed that the hosts would lose as both their star batters were back in the hut.
But just when it was needed, their middle order stepped up and guided them home. Mohammad Nawaz (38*) and Haider Ali (31) smashed New Zealand bowlers all over the park and brought their side back in the game before Iftikhar Ahmed (25*) finished the game for his side.
All smiles for the victors 🏆✌️#PAKvNZ | #NZTriSeries pic.twitter.com/OV6HKUFhmL
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Fans on Twitter lauds Pakistan for winning the Tri-series
As Pakistan completed a 5-wicket victory over New Zealand in the final, fans on Twitter were in awe of their performance and lauded them for their win. They were jubilant with the middle order stepping up and urged them to win the T20 World Cup 2022 as well. Here are some of the reactions:
Pakistan won the Tri-Series Final against New Zealand.
Advertisement— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) October 14, 2022
Nawaz n Haider Giving alot of confidence ahead of world cup. Every one was criticising the during the England n in ds series as well. But,In d finals of d series they showed we r strong middle order batters. #PAKvsNZ
— Shabu 🌺 (@Saba786O) October 14, 2022
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Yes team 👏🏼 👏🏼
Advertisement— Pakistan Junior League (@ThePJLofficial) October 14, 2022
Great innings once again by Nawaz, deserves a lot of credit the way he's batting in pressure situations, Haider and iftikhar also played a Gem today, and great death bowling by Haris and Naseem, they deserve credit too for restricting NZ under 170, Proper Team effort.🔥 pic.twitter.com/kUY0APuKkf
— ISMAIL MADNI (@ISMAILMADNI56) October 14, 2022
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These two are just Phenomenal
Pak Vs NZ pic.twitter.com/FZm5vzacg1Advertisement— Shabu 🌺 (@Saba786O) October 14, 2022
Pakistan middle order performing and getting back in form at the right time just before the world cup 🥰😍#PAKvNZ #BabarAzam𓃵 pic.twitter.com/fMowGLfu1C
— Abdullah Suلtan 🇵🇰 (@ImAbdullaha56) October 14, 2022
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We're gonna need a bigger trophy cabinet 🏆
Advertisement— Aatif Nawaz (@AatifNawaz) October 14, 2022
Babar, Rizwan and Shaan= 68 runs in 64 balls.
96 runs were left to make in 56 balls.
AdvertisementMiddle order has won the game today again.
Decide who is the King now
AdvertisementCongratulations @TheRealPCBMedia
— RAHUL AGRAWAL (@RAHUL2494) October 14, 2022
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The middle order finally delivers just before the WC which is a real positive sign👍💯. Now lets go for the big one boys . The WC🔥✌️Advertisement— Mohammad Ahmed (@Mohammad2945) October 14, 2022
@RizHaider1973 yes congratulations to Pakistan thanks mainly to Haider, Nawaz and Iftikhar. However time to think Babar failed as a fielder, opening batter. Time to drop Shan and bring back Fakhar as opener. Middle order delivered when given the opportunity
— Syed Asad (@sasadkakakhel) October 14, 2022
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well played boys 👏 pic.twitter.com/6ExxF1l1Bn
Advertisement— Izaz 🇵🇰 (@izaz_ils) October 14, 2022
Good for us to go into the WC. Next target World Cup guys.. 🇵🇰👏 #PakistanCricket @ShahnawazDahani pic.twitter.com/yabS7ckl4i
— Faiz Muhammad Marri (@FaizAliMari) October 14, 2022
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Partnership between Mohd Nawaz & Haider Ali changed the momentum of the game😍 Brilliant knock🔥
These two can be the best power hitters & will strengthen our middle order, also, Shadab should be send at 4th or 5th position just after Haider or Nawaz.
Congratulations Pakistan💚🇵🇰Advertisement— Faham🇵🇰 (@Faham_FA22) October 14, 2022
Nawaz Man Of The Match
Man Of The Series
Man Of Our Hearts 👑♥️#PAKvNZ pic.twitter.com/9CM7fUvAXm— 𝓝𝓸𝓶𝓲 𝓣𝔀𝓮𝓮𝓽𝓼 (@Nomanashiq18) October 14, 2022
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What an amazing win. Haider Ali was wonderful today what a power hitting. Enjoyed his batting and those sixes were mega powerful and Nawaz what a promotion of him to middle order.
Advertisement— Hashim Ali (@itshashdani) October 14, 2022
Very impressive victory today, in very indifferent conditions! Couldn’t be prouder at the way they adjusted! Much better from middle order too! Go Pakistan! ❤️
— Sajid Khokhar (@sajid2kmatami) October 14, 2022
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Good cricket from Pakistan, Nawaz has very good experience in shorter format, Lovely cricket, well done guys…
Advertisement— Kingmaker (@Kingmak73129524) October 14, 2022
Haider Ali is going to be the "rising star". Brilliantly played solid shots. The partnership between the players was great. Bowlers significantly played a role in this series win. Overall, it was a team effort and this winning momentum will boost their confidence in the world Cup
— Noor Javed (@noorjaved106) October 14, 2022
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More wins to Come InshAllah 🇵🇰♥️
Advertisement— Shaziyaa (@ShazziyaM) October 14, 2022
