In the opening match of the five-match series of T-20, New Zealand beat Pakistan by nine wickets in Christchurch today (Sunday). Batting first, Pakistan scored 91 runs for all out in 18.4 overs. In reply, New Zealand achieved the victory target of 92 runs for the loss of one wicket in 10.1 overs.

NZ vs PAK 2nd T20I will be streamed live on the SonyLIV app and website. The match will also be available to watch on FanCode app and website. In Pakistan, Ten Sports will telecast the 2nd T20I. Tapmad will live stream the match. In New Zealand, the match can be watched live on TVNZ 1, TVNZ+, Sport Nation and The ACC.

A new era for Pakistan white ball cricket got off to a rough start Sunday with a nine wicket loss to New Zealand in the first of five Twenty20 internationals. First time captain Salman Ali Agha led a new look team into the match which followed Pakistan's poor performance at home in the 50-overs Champions Trophy and began its buildup to the 2026 T20 World Cup.