New Delhi: New Zealand lost the 2nd T20I against Pakistan on Saturday by 6 wickets and it displayed the powerful performances by both batters and bowlers of Pakistan.
After losing the game, Kiwis captain Kane Williamson hailed the efforts of opposing team and said they were a quality team.
Kane Williamson – Pakistan is a quality opposition
“It was scrappy, there were some good bits but certainly was not polished. We were up against a quality opposition, Pakistan were very clincal and hit their targets with the ball. We wanted a couple of big overs to get to that big score but credit to them, they were very good. We certainly did not think it would be as wet – a learning for everyone I suppose [on the dew in the 2nd innings],” he said.
“A little bit of both – not a surface where we could get an easy rhythm. Chappie [Chapman] came in, took that on and played an outstanding knock and tried to get the momentum we needed. We certainly pride ourselves in that area, we were not good enough with those skill sets [on the poor fielding from his side]. Hopefully a few learnings going into tomorrow night. The guys are feeling good, we know there will be a tough match tomorrow, a bit of homework to do, but looking forward to it,” he had added.
Babar Azam played spectacular innings
Babar Azam played a match winning innings for 79 runs and took his team towards the 6 wickets win. Pakistan captain produced a century in bilateral series against England and now, he is proving dangerous for the New Zealand bowlers. In the 2nd T20I against Kiwis, Pakistan made 149 runs in their innings. It had the major contribution on captain Azam who scored 79 runs in 53 balls.
