At any time when Pakistan cricket workforce takes the sphere, there’s often one thing that grabs consideration – be it their fielding or an sudden second. However what occurred of their third ODI in opposition to New Zealand was each stunning and uncommon, particularly contemplating it passed off in a well-equipped venue like Bay Oval.

NZ vs PAK third ODI match, shortened to 42 overs per facet as a result of rain, noticed New Zealand submit a aggressive complete of 264 for 8.

Rias Mariyu anchored NZ’s innings with 58 runs off 61 balls, together with six fours and two sixes. Captain Michael Bracewell performed a brisk knock of 59 off simply 40 deliveries, hitting one 4 and 6 sixes.

For Pakistan, Akif Javed led the bowling assault with 4 wickets, whereas Naseem Shah picked up two. Faheem Ashraf and Sufiyan Muqeem claimed one wicket every.

Pakistan began their chase with dedication, however regardless of efforts from Babar Azam – who scored a well-crafted 50 – and Mohammad Rizwan’s 37, they fell quick, bowled out for 221 in 40 overs, dropping by 43 runs.

PAK vs NZ: Sudden blackout mid-ball shocks everybody

Probably the most sudden second of the match, nonetheless, got here in the course of the thirty ninth over of Pakistan’s innings. Jacob Duffy was in his supply stride when, abruptly, the floodlights went out. Batter Tayyab Tahir, who was on strike, reacted rapidly and stepped away from the stumps simply in time, probably avoiding a harmful state of affairs.

It is nonetheless unclear from the viral video whether or not Duffy truly launched the ball earlier than the lights failed. The sudden blackout brought about confusion for a couple of minutes, however the challenge was resolved shortly after, and the sport resumed.

By profitable the third and last ODI, New Zealand accomplished a clear sweep over Pakistan, sealing the collection 3-0.