Mitchell and Phillips take New Zealand to 4-0 series lead with stellar batting display against Pakistan

By Ovaise Shariff | First Published Jan 19, 2024, 4:14 PM IST

In the 4th T20I clash between New Zealand and Pakistan, Daryl Mitchell and Glenn Phillips orchestrated a remarkable 139-run partnership, steering New Zealand to a convincing 4-0 lead in the series.

In the 4th T20I between New Zealand and Pakistan, Mitchell and Phillips' remarkable 139-run partnership propels New Zealand to a 4-0 lead in the series. Despite a challenging situation, the hosts, Daryl Mitchell and Glenn Phillips, rescued their team, securing victory with 11 balls to spare.

Shaheen had them at 20-3, but an incredible partnership between Phillips & Mitchell (and couple of missed chances) gives New Zealand 4-0 with one to go

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Having been asked to bat first, Pakistan posted a total of 158/5 in 20 overs. Rizwan's dazzling 63-ball 90 and a quick cameo of 21* runs by Mohammad Nawaz contributed to a respectable score. However, Pakistan's middle-order struggled to accelerate, going almost seven overs without a boundary after the powerplay. Matt Henry and Lockie Ferguson claimed two wickets each for the Black Caps, while Adam Milne secured one.

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Chasing 158, New Zealand faced an early setback, losing three wickets quickly and finding themselves at 20/3 in the third over. Finn Allen, Tim Seifert, and Will Young fell victim to Pakistani skipper Shaheen Afridi. Daryl Mitchell and Glenn Phillips initiated a rescue mission, displaying sensible play to maintain a steady scoring rate and accelerating when necessary. Despite Pakistan's efforts, the bowlers couldn't break the partnership. The duo's unbeaten 139-run stand led New Zealand to victory by 7 wickets with 11 balls to spare. Mitchell concluded with an unbeaten 44-ball 72, while Phillips remained unbeaten with a 52-ball 70.

Shaheen Afridi stood out with the ball for Pakistan, claiming all three wickets that fell during the innings.

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