Staff Report
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is scheduled to lock horns with New Zealand in the final of the tri-nation ODI series at Karachi’s National Stadium today, Friday.
The first ball of the title clash will be bowled at 2pm PST while the tolls will take place at 1:30pm.
Mohammad Rizwan-led side is determined to win the series as they bagged a victory against South Africa by completing their most successful chase in ODIs.
The Kiwi team had an intense training session at the National Stadium before the match, with New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner stating that they had a good amount of time to prepare for the final.
On Wednesday, Mohammad Rizwan and Salman Ali Agha hit magnificent centuries to help Pakistan beat South Africa by six wickets to qualify for the final of the tri-nation ODI series.
Pakistan chased down the 353-run target with an over to spare as Salman Ali Agha smashed a superb 134 off 103 balls, while skipper Mohammad Rizwan remained unbeaten for 122 off 128 balls.
This was also the most successful chase for any team against South Africa in ODIs.
Meanwhile, New Zealand have secured wins in their previous two matches against South Africa and Pakistan.
