“Tariq has a pretty unique action”: New Zealand’s Mark Chapman on facing Pakistan’s spin threat | Cricket News

New Zealand’s Mark Chapman plays a shot (PTI Photo) New Zealand will face Pakistan in their Super Eight opener at the R. Premadasa Stadium on Saturday. Ahead of the match, Kiwi batter Mark Chapman said Pakistan’s strong spin attack, especially Usman Tariq, will be a big challenge.Tariq, 27, has been impressive in the tournament so … Read more

Pakistan lose 7 wickets in 7 overs as New Zealand win first ODI by 73 runs

Mark Chapman struck a sublime century and Nathan Smith claimed four wickets Saturday as New Zealand eased to a 73-run win over Pakistan in the first one-day international in Napier. New Zealand beat Pakistan by 73 runs in the 1st ODI. (AFP) Chapman’s career-best 132 formed the foundation of an imposing 344-9 at McLean Park … Read more

Pakistan wins the toss and bowls in the 4th T20 against New Zealand

MOUNT MAUNGANUI, New Zealand (AP) — Pakistan has won the toss and chosen to bowl Sunday in the fourth Twenty20 international against New Zealand at Bay Oval. So far in the five-match series the team bowling first has come out on top. New Zealand won the first match by nine wickets and the second match … Read more

Champions Trophy 2025: New Zealand announce squad, Mitchell Santner to lead | Cricket News

New Zealand Cricket (NZC) on Sunday has announced a 15-member squad for next month’s Champions Trophy in Pakistan and UAE. New Zealand will also play a tr-series in Pakistan with South Africa being the third team. New Zealand are placed in Group A alongside India, Pakistan and Bangladesh, with only two sides to progress for … Read more