Mitch Hay impressed with a one-man show as New Zealand won outrightly over Pakistan, clinching the ODI series in style. The hosts delivered great seam bowling, tearing apart Pakistan’s batting order and leaving them stranded at 72-7 in a comprehensive effort.
The New Zealand bowlers utilized conducive conditions to the letter, persistently hassling Pakistan batters with seam and bounce. Hay’s all-round excellence, with a decisive bat performance, played a significant role in taking the Kiwis to victory.
Pakistan struggled to forge alliances, unable to hold off New Zealand’s aggressive bowling attack. Although there was some hindrance by the lower order, the early collapse had left too much for the visitors to do, eventually relinquishing a comfortable victory to the home team.
This victory not only ensured the series win for New Zealand but also set a strong example before the future international matches. Their clinical approach in both the batting and bowling units highlighted their increasing dominance of the ODI format.
