The Pakistan cricket team is currently on a tour of New Zealand, where they are playing a five-match T20 series. However, things haven’t gone as planned for the visiting team. After two disappointing losses, Pakistan finds itself trailing 2-0 in the series. As they prepare for the third T20 match, an important update has surfaced—the match timings have changed.
Third T20 Match: New Timings Announced
The third T20 match between Pakistan and New Zealand will be played on March 21 at Eden Park, Auckland. Unlike the previous two matches, which started at 6:45 AM IST, the upcoming match will now begin at 11:45 AM IST, a delay of five hours. This new schedule will also be followed for the fourth and fifth T20 matches.
Where to Watch Pakistan vs New Zealand T20 Series in India?
Cricket fans in India who are eager to watch the Pakistan vs New Zealand T20 series must note that it won’t be broadcast on Star Sports. Instead, viewers can tune in to Sony Sports Network for live coverage. Additionally, the matches will be live-streamed on the SonyLIV app, making it accessible for mobile and desktop users.
Pakistan’s Disappointing Performance So Far
Pakistan has struggled in the series, losing the first two T20 matches. Here’s a quick recap of their disappointing performances:
- First T20 Match: Pakistan was bowled out for just 91 runs, suffering a humiliating 9-wicket defeat against New Zealand.
- Second T20 Match: Rain reduced the game to 15 overs per side, but despite the shorter format, Pakistan couldn’t capitalize and lost the match by 5 wickets.
With a 2-0 deficit, Pakistan now faces an uphill battle to stay in contention in the series.
New Captains Leading Both Sides
This T20 series has seen both teams playing under new captains.
- Pakistan’s captain: Salman Ali Agha is leading the side, stepping in for Babar Azam.
- New Zealand’s captain: Michael Bracewell is captaining the team, filling in for Kane Williamson.
With both teams undergoing changes, fans have been keen to see how these new leaders perform under pressure.
Can Pakistan Bounce Back?
As the series heads into the third match, Pakistan must find a way to turn things around. The team has struggled with both batting and bowling, failing to pose a challenge to New Zealand’s dominant squad. With the series now on the line, Pakistan needs a win to stay alive in the competition.