Mohammad Nawaz smashed his maiden international century as Pakistan chased down 205 in just 16 overs

Despite Chapman's efforts, Pakistan’s aggressive batting display stole the show. His 94 off 44 balls helped New Zealand post a formidable 204/4, but it wasn’t enough to contain Pakistan’s explosive chase. Nawaz, who had been struggling with form, silenced his critics with an electrifying 100 off just 44 balls, the fastest century by a Pakistani batter in T20Is. His knock, combined with Salman Agha's 51 off 27*, ensured Pakistan chased down the target in just 16 overs. This emphatic nine-wicket win keeps the five-match series alive at 1-2, with Pakistan bouncing back in style. Nawaz, despite a shaky start, grew into his innings after Haris' dismissal. Once settled, he unleashed a flurry of shots, dominating both pace and spin. His century, laced with powerful strokes and clever placement, came off just 44 balls, making it the fastest by a Pakistan batter in T20Is. Agha Salman, promoted up the order, played the perfect foil with 51 off 27 balls*, ensuring there were no hiccups in the chase. Their unbeaten 133-run stand saw Pakistan cruise to victory in just 16 overs, keeping the series alive at 1-2. New Zealand, despite Chapman's heroics and Bracewell's late flourish, simply had no answers to Pakistan's fearless batting approach. With the required rate well within control, Nawaz shifted gears after his half-century. He punished both spin and pace, striking cleanly over the ropes and threading the gaps with precision. His ability to accelerate seamlessly turned the chase into a one-sided affair. Agha Salman, playing a supporting role, kept the scoreboard ticking with well-placed boundaries and quick running between the wickets. His 51 off 27 balls* ensured there was no pressure despite Nawaz's aggressive approach. Their unbroken 133-run stand sealed the game emphatically for Pakistan. With this commanding win, Pakistan not only stayed alive in the series but also showcased their fearless new batting approach, proving that the post-Rizwan-Babar era could be just as dynamic. Nawaz's drop on 68 proved costly for New Zealand, as he made them pay with an unrelenting assault on the bowlers. His innings, laced with ten fours and seven sixes, was a testament to his ability to adapt and dominate under pressure. Meanwhile, Agha Salman's composed stroke play complemented Nawaz's aggression. His innings, featuring six fours and two sixes, ensured there were no hiccups in the chase. The final four overs saw 65 runs scored, with Nawaz and Agha finishing in style. Nawaz's century off just 44 balls came on the penultimate delivery, marking Pakistan's fastest 200-plus chase in T20I history. This emphatic win not only kept the series alive at 1-2 but also reinforced Pakistan's fearless batting template in the post-Rizwan-Babar era.