Pakistan and New Zealand set for thrilling final T20I showdown in Rawalpindi

Pakistan and New Zealand are gearing up for their final showdown in the fifth and last T20I of the series, set to take place today at the Pindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi. Despite the disappointment of the fourth T20I being called off due to inclement weather, the series has been full of excitement and drama, with Pakistan leading 2-1.

Pakistan and New Zealand set for thrilling final T20I showdown in Rawalpindi

After the fourth match, the national T20I squad players returned to Islamabad and have reported to the team hotel, indicating that preparations for the upcoming match are well underway. Pakistan’s skipper Babar Azam won the toss in the last match and chose to bowl first, a decision that worked well for the team as left-arm spinner Imad Wasim took three quick wickets to reduce New Zealand to 54-3 in the first seven overs.

Despite a crucial partnership between Chad Bowes and Mark Chapman, New Zealand was restricted to a score of 164-5 in 18.5 overs, with Imad, Shaheen Shah Afridi, and Haris Rauf taking a wicket each. Pakistan will be looking to continue their winning momentum in the final T20I today and secure a series victory, having won the first two matches convincingly.

Both teams will be eager to end the series on a high note, promising a thrilling encounter for fans at the Pindi Cricket Stadium.

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