In the opening match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, New Zealand defeated Pakistan by 60 runs in Karachi. New Zealand posted a strong total of 320 for 5, with Tom Latham (118 not out) and Will Young (107) scoring centuries, complemented by Glenn Phillips’ rapid 61 off 39 balls. Pakistan, who chose to bowl first, struggled in their chase, finding themselves at 22 for 2 early on. Despite Babar Azam’s 64 and quick contributions from Khushdil Shah (69) and Salman Agha (42), Pakistan was eventually all out for 260. New Zealand’s bowlers, William O’Rourke and Mitchell Santner, claimed three wickets each.
ICC Champions Trophy 2025, PAK vs NZ Highlights© AFP
Pakistan vs New Zealand Highlights, Champions Trophy 2025: A dominant performance from New Zealand saw them defeat Pakistan by 60 runs in the Champions Trophy opening match at Karachi on Wednesday. With outstanding centuries from Tom Latham and Will Young, along with a brisk fifty from Glenn Phillips, New Zealand set a formidable total of 320 for 5 in their 50 overs. Pakistan’s captain Mohammad Rizwan won the toss and chose to bowl first. Initially, his decision appeared advantageous as Pakistan reduced New Zealand to 73 for 3 at one stage. However, a vital 118-run partnership between Young (107) and Latham (not out 118) shifted the momentum back to the Kiwis. Phillips’ explosive 61 off 39 balls towards the end ensured they surpassed the 300-run barrier. For Pakistan, Naseem Shah was the standout bowler with figures of 2 for 63. Pakistan’s innings faltered as they began slowly, finding themselves at 22 for 2 in the first 10 overs. Despite Babar Azam’s 64 off 90 balls, they could not build enough momentum, though Khushdil Shah and Salman Agha’s quickfire 69 and 42 runs respectively provided some hope. In contrast, New Zealand’s William O’Rourke and Santner were key in the bowling department, each claiming three wickets. (Scorecard)
ICC Champions Trophy 2025, Pakistan vs New Zealand Highlights –
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February19202522:27 (IST)
PAK vs NZ: The match is concluded!
Okay, everyone! That wraps up the opening match of the Champions Trophy 2025. We appreciate your engagement with our coverage and invite you to join us for tomorrow’s game where India will face Bangladesh in Dubai for their first match. Until next time, goodbye.
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February19202522:21 (IST)
PAK vs NZ Live: New Zealand triumph!
Pakistan has been bowled out for 260 runs, granting New Zealand a 60-run victory. This was a thorough win for the visitors as they maintained control throughout the match, particularly in the second innings. New Zealand starts the Champions Trophy on a high note, while Pakistan faces a challenging encounter against their rivals, India, in the following match.
NZ 320/5 (50)
PAK 260 (47.2)
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February19202522:05 (IST)
PAK vs NZ Live: WICKET!
Khushdil Shah has been dismissed! He caught a catch straight into the hands of long-on, departing after scoring 69 off 49 balls. This could be the end of the road for Pakistan. They now require 92 runs from 38 balls and are down to eight wickets.
PAK 229/8 (43.4)
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February19202521:57 (IST)
PAK vs NZ Live: Fifty for Khushdil!
Khushdil Shah raced to a half-century in just 38 balls, but unfortunately, it may be too late for Pakistan as the required rate has surged to 13.5. The team requires 108 runs off 48 balls. Can Khushdil turn the game around for the hosts? Let’s find out.
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February19202521:50 (IST)
PAK vs NZ Live: WICKET!
Shaheen Afridi has fallen for 14 runs off 13 balls. A short delivery from Matt Henry forced him into a big pull shot, which he edged straight into the hands of wicketkeeper Tom Latham. At the end of 41 overs, Pakistan requires 121 runs off 54 balls.
PAK 200/7 (41)
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February19202521:45 (IST)
PAK vs NZ Live: Pakistan needs 125 in 60 balls
A flighted delivery from Glenn Phillips was met with a six over long-on as Khushdil Shah connected well. This was the third delivery of the over, bringing Pakistan 9 runs. Following the 40 overs, Pakistan needs 125 runs off 60 balls.
PAK 187/6 (40)
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February19202521:36 (IST)
PAK vs NZ Live: SIX!
A flighted delivery from Glenn Phillips saw Shaheen Afridi smash a sensational shot for a big six. Pakistan needs 140 runs off 77 balls. It is certainly a demanding target, but anything can happen in cricket.
PAK 181/6 (37.1)
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February19202521:30 (IST)
PAK vs NZ Live: Fans leaving the stadium!
Many fans were seen exiting the stadium immediately after Babar Azam’s dismissal. He was seen as Pakistan’s key player in this challenging chase, and his departure prompted a mass exit by the supporters.
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February19202521:26 (IST)
PAK vs NZ Live: WICKET!
New Zealand has taken down a major player in Babar Azam, who fell for 64 runs off 90 balls. The veteran spinner Mitchell Santner claimed the important wicket. It was a well-pitched delivery and Babar top-edged it to square leg, leaving the home crowd in disbelief. Pakistan finds themselves in a difficult position now.
PAK 153/6 (34)
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February19202521:22 (IST)
PAK vs NZ Live: 16-run over!
Babar Azam seems to be picking up the pace as he hit Nathan Smith for a six off the first ball of the over, while Khushdil Shah struck a four on the fourth ball. The over produced 16 runs in total.
PAK 146/5 (33)
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February19202521:16 (IST)
PAK vs NZ Live: WICKET!
Tayyab Tahir has been dismissed, and Pakistan is now five down as they chase 321 runs against New Zealand in Karachi. Mitchell Santner bowled a short ball that skidded, rushing Tahir, who could only manage a catch to short mid-wicket.
PAK 128/5 (31.3)
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February19202521:12 (IST)
PAK vs NZ Live: WICKET!
Salman Agha has been dismissed for 42 runs off 28 balls, putting Pakistan under further pressure. Agha charged down the pitch but mistimed a short ball from Nathan Smith, resulting in a catch.
PAK 127/4 (30.4)
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February19202521:10 (IST)
PAK vs NZ Live: Fifty for Babar!
Babar Azam has reached his half-century in 81 balls, quite a slow pace considering the substantial target of 321. However, the home side will rely on their star player to extend his innings and push towards the target.
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February19202521:05 (IST)
PAK vs NZ Live: 6,4 – Pakistan on the attack!
Salman Agha is showing great intent for Pakistan as he launched Glenn Phillips for a six and a four in that over, accumulating a total of 15 runs. The partnership between Agha and Babar is crucial for the hosts, who need more innings like this to stay competitive.
PAK 119/3 (29)
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February19202520:57 (IST)
PAK vs NZ Live: FOUR!
A fantastic shot from Salman Agha! He played a cut shot on a short ball for a four through the backward point region. Following a mishit on the next delivery, another boundary is achieved, bringing Pakistan past the 100-run mark.
PAK 102/3 (27.2)
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February19202520:51 (IST)
PAK vs NZ Live: End of 25 overs!
Pakistan is left needing 238 runs in the final 25 overs, requiring nearly 9.52 runs an over—a daunting ask. Their batsmen have not met the challenge so far, credit also goes to the disciplined bowling by New Zealand.
PAK 83/3 (25)
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February19202520:46 (IST)
PAK vs NZ Live: Bad luck for Santner!
In the 23.3 over, Mitchell Santner bowled a beautiful delivery but unfortunately for him, it went for a four after bouncing unexpectedly. The ball turned after pitching around the middle and leg stump and went past both the batter and wicketkeeper before reaching the boundary.
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February19202520:37 (IST)
PAK vs NZ Live: OUT!
New Zealand has taken the wicket of Fakhar Zaman, concluding his struggle as he battled with an ongoing injury. Michael Bracewell bowled a fuller delivery, and Zaman missed it attempting a slog-sweep, leaving the stumps rattled with his score reading 24 off 41.
PAK 69/3 (20.5)
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February19202520:32 (IST)
PAK vs NZ Live: Catch dropped!
An opportunity for New Zealand slipped away when Fakhar Zaman top-edged a slow-sweep. Devon Conway nearly completed a diving catch, but the ball eluded him as he hit the ground.
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February19202520:30 (IST)
PAK vs NZ Live: An appeal for run-out!
Babar Azam was quite casual during a run, and a direct hit caused some excitement, but he made it to the crease safely.
PAK 66/2 (19.2)
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February19202520:27 (IST)
PAK vs NZ Live: FOUR!
Michael Bracewell delivered a full and flighted ball that Fakhar Zaman executed with a slog-sweep for a four. Pakistan has finally broken a boundary drought after nearly three overs; they desperately need more such hits as the asking rate exceeds 8.
PAK 65/2 (18.2)
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February19202520:14 (IST)
PAK vs NZ Live: Fakhar struggling!
Fakhar Zaman is visibly struggling out there. He is finding it difficult to bat following the injury he sustained earlier. This situation is troubling for Pakistan, although he does manage a brilliant sweep shot for a four.
PAK 49/2 (15)
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February19202520:07 (IST)
PAK vs NZ Live: FOUR!
Fakhar Zaman has decided enough is enough, stepping out to drive the ball down the ground for a boundary. Glenn Phillips bowled it with some flight, which Zaman boldly took on. Despite his discomfort, Zaman looked like he may require assistance from the physio afterward.
PAK 40/2 (13.4)
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February19202519:54 (IST)
PAK vs NZ Live: OUT! What a catch!!!
What a brilliant catch by Glenn Phillips that brings an end to Mohammad Rizwan’s innings. Rizwan connected hard with a short and wide ball from William O’Rourke, but Phillips reacted quickly and completed an exceptional catch. Rizwan’s score was 3 off 14 balls, and Pakistan tallied 22 for 2 in their opening 10 overs, marking their lowest powerplay total in a home ODI.
PAK 22/2 (10)
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February19202519:45 (IST)
PAK vs NZ Live: FOUR!
Babar Azam hit a four off William O’Rourke, finally breaking the boundary drought for Pakistan amidst disciplined New Zealand bowling, allowing five runs off that over.
PAK 19/1 (8)
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February19202519:31 (IST)
PAK vs NZ Live: FOUR!
An exquisite cover drive from Babar Azam results in a four. It was struck so elegantly that the mid-off fielder could only watch as the ball sped past him for a boundary. This will surely boost Babar’s confidence. A dot-ball follows, yielding just four runs from the over.
PAK 12/1 (5)
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February19202519:26 (IST)
PAK vs NZ Live: OUT!
A significant setback for Pakistan as they lose an early wicket while chasing a target of 321 runs. William O’Rourke delivered a short-length ball outside off-stump, and Saud Shakeel skied it to the fielder at third man, resulting in an early dismissal.
PAK 8/1 (3.4)
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February19202519:18 (IST)
PAK vs NZ Live: Impressive bowling
Another solid over from New Zealand’s bowlers, as William O’Rourke started with a wayward delivery but fixed his rhythm by only allowing a single in the succeeding five balls. This displays an excellent and disciplined approach from the Kiwis.
PAK 3/0 (2)
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February19202519:13 (IST)
PAK vs NZ Live: The chase commences!
Babar Azam and Saud Shakeel step onto the field to start Pakistan’s chase. The left-hander takes strike, while Babar is positioned at the other end. Matt Henry of New Zealand holds the new ball. Here we go…
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February19202519:01 (IST)
PAK vs NZ Live: What Will Young said –
“It’s incredibly significant; it’s the start of the Champions Trophy, and to launch like this feels exceptional. 320 is a solid total; it seemed unimaginable after losing 3 early wickets. Tommy (Latham) came out firing, and we managed to keep the run rate moving. We’ll need to observe how the wicket performs. It was a challenge when they bowled back of a length, and it did turn as well,” remarked Will Young during the innings break.
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February19202518:38 (IST)
PAK vs NZ Live: New Zealand sets a robust total!
The action concludes after 50 overs, with New Zealand reaching a total of 320 for 5. Tom Latham (not out 118) and Will Young (107) contributed substantial centuries alongside Glenn Phillips, who added a quickfire 61 off just 39 balls.
NZ 320/5 (50)
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February19202518:34 (IST)
PAK vs NZ Live: OUT!
Glenn Phillips has departed for 61 off 39 balls, marking the end of his entertaining and crucial innings. He attempted a reverse sweep over short third man but missed, allowing a returning Fakhar Zaman to complete the catch with just two balls remaining in the innings.
NZ 316/5 (49.4)
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February19202518:27 (IST)
PAK vs NZ Live: New Zealand is just 6 away from 300!
Haris Rauf’s over saw 11 runs, including a six from Tom Latham. Runs continue to flow for New Zealand, now just six runs away from hitting the 300 mark.
NZ 294/4 (48)
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February19202518:15 (IST)
PAK vs NZ Live: Umpire narrowly escapes!
Glenn Phillips was practicing his swings with his bat without noticing umpire Richard Kettleborough, who narrowly avoided injury as Phillips swung with force. Meanwhile, Tom Latham celebrated his century during the 47th over. Shaheen Afridi conceded 18 runs in that over, setting New Zealand up for a 300-plus total.
NZ 283/4 (47)
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February19202518:04 (IST)
PAK vs NZ Live: Significant over!
In a crucial over from Haris Rauf, Glenn Phillips added a six on the fifth ball, resulting in a total of 16 runs. New Zealand could potentially still secure a place above 300 with current momentum.
NZ 256/4 (45)
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February19202518:01 (IST)
PAK vs NZ Live: FOUR!
A fuller ball from Haris Rauf strays onto the pads of Glenn Phillips, who sent it sailing for a boundary towards cow corner.
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February19202517:54 (IST)
PAK vs NZ Live: SIX!
A ball from Khushdil Shah lacked spin, allowing Glenn Phillips to launch it for a six. This was a crucial boundary for New Zealand as they were struggling to score runs in recent overs with only 8 runs in the previous two.
NZ 224/4 (42.5)
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February19202517:44 (IST)
PAK vs NZ Live: SIX!
In the 39.2 over, a fuller delivery was delivered to Tom Latham, which he nonchalantly flicked away for a six, successfully sailing over the fielder at deep mid-wicket.
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February19202517:32 (IST)
PAK vs NZ Live: OUT!
Pakistan has secured the breakthrough they were looking for. A length ball was directed at the stumps, and Young attempted a big shot but failed to connect properly, sending the ball high into the air. Substitute fielder Faheem Ashraf ran from deep mid-wicket to take the catch. Young departs for 107 off 113 balls.
NZ 191/4 (37.2)
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