Black Caps v Pakistan 2025 series

The story so far

Michael Bracewell was named to captain the Black Caps for a five-match T20 series against Pakistan, with several frontline players unavailable due to IPL commitments.^{11 Mar 2025} In the first T20 international in Christchurch, Pakistan allrounder Khushdil Shah ran into Black Caps bowler Zak Foulkes, and was fined 50 per cent of his match fees and given three demerit points for breaching the ICC Code of Conduct.^{18 Mar 2025} Auckland hosted several major sporting events that weekend, including international cricket at Eden Park, where the Black Caps aimed to clinch the T20 series.^{21 Mar 2025} The Black Caps then beat Pakistan by 73 runs in the opening ODI at McLean Park in Napier, after Mark Chapman scored 132 runs in a record 199-run partnership with Daryl Mitchell, helping the team reach 344/9.^{29 Mar 2025}

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The Black Caps beat Pakistan by 73 runs in the opening ODI at McLean Park in Napier.^{29 Mar 2025}

Key moments

1. 11 Mar 2025Bracewell named to captain Black Caps for five-match T20 series against Pakistan.
2. 18 Mar 2025Khushdil Shah fined and given demerit points after collision with Zak Foulkes in Christchurch.
3. 21 Mar 2025Auckland hosts major weekend sport, including Black Caps T20 series decider at Eden Park.
4. 29 Mar 2025Black Caps win opening ODI by 73 runs after record 199-run partnership.

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