New Zealand scored 277/5 declared in their second innings in Karachi to set Pakistan a target of 319 to win the Test. The hosts got off to a horror start as Abdullah Shafique (0) was bowled by Tim Southee, while Mir Hamza (0) was cleaned up by Ish Sodhi. Pakistan ended the day two down without a run on the board.
At a press conference following the end of the fourth day’s play, a journalist opined that most people in the country feel Pakistan are not bowling well, particularly the fast bowlers. While answering the query, Tait retorted:
When asked whether he was satisfied with his performance as bowling coach, Tait stoically replied:
Pakistan conceded 449 runs in the first innings of the second Test in Karachi. Abrar Ahmed claimed 4/149, while Naseem Shah and Agha Salman picked up three wickets each. In New Zealand’s second innings, all of Pakistan’s five bowlers claimed one scalp each.
Tait went on to admit that the workload management of fast bowlers will be extremely crucial. He explained:
Meanwhile, Pakistan have named their 16-member squad for the upcoming ODI series against New Zealand. Uncapped batters Tayyab Tahir and Kamran Ghulam, along with wrist spinner Usama Mir, have been included in the team. Shan Masood and Haris Sohail have been recalled, but Khushdil Shah and Mohammad Haris did not make the cut.
The first ODI of the series will be played on January 9. All three ODIs will be held in Karachi.
Pakistan’s squad for ODIs against New Zealand
Babar Azam (captain), Fakhar Zaman, Haris Rauf, Haris Sohail, Imam-ul-Haq, Kamran Ghulam, Mohammad Hasnain, Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Rizwan, Mohammad Wasim Jnr, Naseem Shah, Salman Ali Agha, Shahnawaz Dahani, Shan Masood, Tayyab Tahir and Usama Mir.
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