Who is Hasan Nawaz? 22-Year-Old Pakistan Sensation Breaks Babar Azam’s Record

Pakistan delivered a sensational performance in the third T20I at Eden Park, Auckland, demolishing New Zealand by nine wickets in a commanding run chase. Mohammad Haris, Hasan Nawaz, and Captain Salman Agha showcased incredible power-hitting, ensuring a swift and emphatic victory.

Pakistan’s Swashbuckling Chase

Chasing a daunting 205-run target, Pakistan’s batters launched a relentless assault on the Kiwi bowling attack, reaching 207/1 in just 16 overs.

• Mohammad Haris set the tone with a quickfire 41 off 20 balls, providing an explosive start.
• Hasan Nawaz stole the show with a stunning, unbeaten 105 off just 45 balls, featuring seven sixes and 10 fours, dismantling New Zealand’s attack with ease.
• Captain Salman Agha played a supporting role, smashing an unbeaten 51 off 31 balls, hitting two sixes and six fours to steer Pakistan home with four overs to spare.

New Zealand’s Strong Start Ends in Disappointment

Earlier, Mark Chapman was the standout performer for New Zealand, blasting 94 off just 44 balls, including 11 fours and four sixes. However, his dismissal in the final overs left the Kiwis struggling to maintain momentum.

• Captain Michael Bracewell contributed 31 runs, but the rest of the batting lineup failed to capitalize.
• Haris Rauf was Pakistan’s bowling hero, taking 3-29, including the crucial wicket of Bracewell.
• Abrar Ahmed and Abbas Afridi justified their recall, picking up two wickets each.
• Shaheen Shah Afridi played a crucial role in dismissing Chapman, preventing a T20I century.

With this dominant victory, Pakistan has reignited the five-match series after suffering heavy losses in the first two games. The focus now shifts to the next encounter, where New Zealand will look to bounce back, while Pakistan aims to maintain their winning momentum.