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Nawaz’s Maiden Century, Pakistan Chase 205 In 16 Overs

Updated - 22-MAR-2025 5:25 IST

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On March 21, 2025, at Eden Park in Auckland, Pakistan won the third Twenty20 International between New Zealand and Pakistan by an aggregate of 9 wickets, Hasan Zawaz, who score his maiden and fastest century in t20I for Pakistan,  the series being alive by 2-1 of 5 match t20i series.

Match Summary

Mark Chapman 94 runs inning, set the target of 205

New Zealand chose to bat first after winning the toss. Before being bowled out in 19.5 overs, the squad scored 204 runs in total. They got off to a great start, but they were unable to completely capitalize because Pakistan's bowlers put pressure on them in the closing stages of the innings. 

Hasan Nawaz’s maiden century of 105, Pakistan chase the target in 16 overs

Chasing 205, Hasan Nawaz, the opening batsman for Pakistan, responded with a record-breaking performance, scoring his first T20I century of 105 runs in just 45 balls; this is the fastest t20I century for Pakistan. His aggressive batting style set the tone for the chase. He made the partnership ship with Haris of 74 runs and captain Agha with133 runs partnership.  and Pakistan easily reached the target, scoring 207 runs for just one wicket in 16 overs, winning by nine wickets.

Fastest Century For Pakistan In T20I

Players

Balls

Opponent

Venue

Year

Hasan Nawaz

44

New Zealand

Auckland

2025

Babar Azam

49

South Africa

Centurion

2021

Ahmed Shahzad

58

Bangladesh

Dhaka

2014

Babar Azam

58

New Zealand

Lahore

2023

Babar Azam

62

England

Karachi

2022