New Zealand Qualify For Tri-Series Final

On 10 February, the Pakistan Tri-Series 2nd match was played between South Africa v New Zealand in Lahore. New Zealand captain and right handed batsman Kane Willianson scored 133 not out to help New Zealand win by 6 wickets. And qualify for the Tri-Series final in Karachi. 

New Zealand won their second match in the tri- series. That both matches won gave them good practice for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025 in Pakistan, which begins from February 19.

Match Summary

Matthew Power Innings

South Africa lost the toss, and bat first, South Africa’s debut young batsmen Matthew Breetzke’s score 150 in 148 balls. He created the record of highest runs on debut. In his innings he scored 11 (4s) and 5 (6s). His powerful innings helped South Africa to cross the 300+. Wiaan Mulder has also scored 64 in 60 balls and made a partnership with Matthew of 100 runs. New Zealand bowling attack, Matt and Will take 2-2 wickets each. 

Kane Destroy Matthew Party

New Zealand came to chase the 308 target, Comway gave the good start to New Zealand. He scored 97 runs with 107 balls. New Zealand’s captain Kane Williansons outstanding hitting inning, that destroyed the Matthew Dedute inning, he scored 133 not out that helped New Zealand win the match by 6 wickets.

New Zealand Qualify For The Tri-Series Final

New Zealand won his 2 matches of Pakistan Tri-Series, one from Pakistan and second South Africa. This win helped New Zealand become the first team to qualify for the Pakistan Tri-Series Final. Now South Africa And Pakistan will play 3 and final league matches of this Tri-Series. Whoever wins that final match, they will qualify for the final and will play with New Zealand on 14 February in Karachi.