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Watch: Pakistan Commit Comedy Of Errors vs New Zealand; Make DRS Blunder, Drop Catch

Pakistan cricket was at its unpredictable best during the tri-nation series against New Zealand and South Africa, just ahead of the Champions Trophy 2025. After being thumped by New Zealand in the first game of the tri-series, Pakistan pulled off the incredible, chasing down 353 against South Africa and booking their spot in the final. But in the final, Pakistan flattered to deceive, being well-beaten by New Zealand again. To add to it, they committed a fair few errors as well.

India's Champions Trophy Rivals Decoded: New Zealand Compact, Bangladesh Unpredictable And Pakistan...

Jasprit Bumrah's absence will certainly hurt India big time, but quality of batting and spin bowling will make Rohit Sharma's team one of the title contenders alongside South Africa and Pakistan. India will play Bangladesh on February 20 followed by Pakistan on February 23 and New Zealand on March 2. Here's a SWOT (Strength, Weakness, Opportunity, Threat) analysis of India's opposition in group stages

Clinical New Zealand Thump Pakistan To Win Tri-Nations Final

Pace bowler Will O'Rourke claimed four wickets while Daryl Mitchell and Tom Latham hit half centuries as New Zealand defeated Pakistan by five wickets to clinch the tri-nations series final on Friday. O'Rourke's 4-43 helped the tourists dismiss Pakistan for 242 in 49.3 overs before Mitchell's 58-ball 57 anchored the chase as the Black Caps finished on 243-5 in 45.2 overs at Karachi's National stadium. The victory gives the New Zealanders a timely boost ahead of the Champions Trophy opener against the same opponents at this venue on Wednesday.

New Zealand Suffer Big Champions Trophy 2025 Injury Blow, Star Pacer Ruled Out

Pacer Ben Sears has been ruled out of the Champions Trophy due to a hamstring injury, a significant setback for New Zealand ahead of the ICC event which kicks off on February 19. New Zealand Cricket (NZC) has named Jacob Duffy as Sears' replacement. “Sears felt some pain in his left hamstring at the team's first training in Karachi on Wednesday and a subsequent scan revealed a minor tear that would require at least two weeks' rehabilitation,” NZC said in a statement. “The rehabilitation timeframe means that Sears would likely be available for only the team's final Group A match against India in Dubai, and so the decision was made to rule him out.” Sears' absence has paved the way for Duffy, who is currently with the squad for the ODI Tri-Series against Pakistan and South Africa.

Pakistan vs New Zealand LIVE Streaming Tri-Series Final LIVE Telecast: When And Where To Watch

Pakistan vs New Zealand LIVE Streaming, Tri-Series Final: Pakistan take on New Zealand in the final of the tri-series, in what will be both team's final ODI before the Champions Trophy 2025 gets underway. Incidentally, the two sides play again on February 19, to kickstart the Champions Trophy. New Zealand have picked up two dominant wins in the tri-series. On the other hand, hosts Pakistan chased down a target of over 350 against South Africa to enter the final, thanks to brilliant centuries by captain Mohammad Rizwan and vice-captain Salman Ali Agha. A win for Pakistan would see them win their third ODI series in a row, after away wins in Australia and South Africa.

Rachin Ravindra "Has Had Headache For Few Days": New Zealand Coach Gives Concerning Update

New Zealand head coach Gary Stead has revealed that star batter Rachin Ravindra is yet to regain full fitness after sustaining an injury during the first match against Pakistan in the ongoing Tri-Nation Series as the opener “had a headache for a few days” since suffering a nasty blow to the forehead. Ravindra was forced out from the field after being struck in the forehead by the ball while attempting a catch in the 38th over of their match against Pakistan in the ODI tri-series last week.

'Just Pakistan Things' As Video Of Post-Match Ceremony From Tri-Series Leaves Fans ROFL. Watch

A post-match video from the ongoing tri-nation ODI series between Pakistan, New Zealand and South Africa has gone viral for all the wrong reasons. The incident happened after New Zealand defeated South Africa in the second match of the series to book their place in the final. In the video, an official can be seen presenting the 'Catch of the Match' award, worth 1 lakh PKR (approx. Rs 31,000), to South Africa all-rounder Wiaan Mulder. However, the official can be seen holding the check vertically while posing for a picture with Mulder.

Pakistan Star's Staunch Defence As PCB Faces Criticism Over Rachin Ravindra Injury

Pakistan batter Tayyab Tahir dismissed the speculation about Rachin Ravindra being stuck by the ball due to an issue with the floodlight during the first match of the ODI tri-nation series between the Men in Green and New Zealand last week in Lahore. The unfortunate injury incident occurred in the 38th over of the second innings, when Rachin attempted to complete a catch off Michael Bracewell. During his attempt, he seemingly lost sight of the ball due to floodlights and took a heavy blow to his face. He went off the pitch after he started to bleed.

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Watch: Pakistan Commit Comedy Of Errors vs New Zealand; Make DRS Blunder, Drop Catch

India's Champions Trophy Rivals Decoded: New Zealand Compact, Bangladesh Unpredictable And Pakistan...

Clinical New Zealand Thump Pakistan To Win Tri-Nations Final

New Zealand Suffer Big Champions Trophy 2025 Injury Blow, Star Pacer Ruled Out

Pakistan vs New Zealand LIVE Streaming Tri-Series Final LIVE Telecast: When And Where To Watch

Rachin Ravindra "Has Had Headache For Few Days": New Zealand Coach Gives Concerning Update

'Just Pakistan Things' As Video Of Post-Match Ceremony From Tri-Series Leaves Fans ROFL. Watch

Pakistan Star's Staunch Defence As PCB Faces Criticism Over Rachin Ravindra Injury