It was a massive power-hitting display by Finn Allen and Tim Seifert at the top of the order for the Kiwis, as their rapid opening partnership set up a simple chase for the hosts in this rain-shortened 15 over match.

A new era for Pakistan white ball cricket got off to a rough start Sunday with a nine wicket loss to New Zealand in the first of five Twenty20 internationals. First time captain Salman Ali Agha led a new look team into the match which followed Pakistan's poor performance at home in the 50-overs Champions Trophy and began its buildup to the 2026 T20 World Cup.