The Embassy of Pakistan in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) hosted a grand reception today to commemorate Pakistan's National Day, attended by members of the diplomatic corps, senior UAE government officials, Emirati nationals, and the Pakistani community. His Excellency Sheikh Nahayan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest, alongside Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, His Excellency Ahmed bin Ali Al Sayegh. The event featured traditional performances, including the national anthems of Pakistan and the UAE played on traditional instruments. The Pakistani flag was prominently displayed on the hotel building, visible across Abu Dhabi, symbolizing the strong ties between the two nations . In his address, Ambassador Faisal Niaz Tirmizi reflected on the significance of the Pakistan Resolution and the challenges faced by the nascent state in its journey toward socio-economic development. He highlighted various opportuni...
New Zealand continued their unbeaten streak in the tri-nation series, beating Pakistan by five wickets in the last match played at the National Stadium in Karachi. In pursuit of a small total of 243 runs, New Zealand crossed the target in the 46th over, losing five wickets along the way.
New Zealand's innings was supported by half-centuries by Daryl Mitchell (57) and Tom Latham (56), with a useful 48 runs from Devon Conway. The side lost their opening wicket early when Will Young was caught LBW by Naseem Shah for five runs in the second over. Kane Williamson and Devon Conway then steadied the ship, posting 71 runs for the second wicket.
Williamson's removal in the 17th over provided Pakistan with a faint glimmer of hope, but Conway and Latham continued to capitalize on the platform laid by the New Zealand captain. Conway was two runs shy of a deserved half-century, caught at deep midwicket. Losses of wickets at important moments could not unsettle New Zealand, as Latham and Mitchell dictated the terms with a solid 87-run stand.
Pakistan's poor fielding enabled New Zealand to pick up important runs, and Mitchell made the most of it, scoring 57 off 58 balls with six fours. He got out after his seventh ODI fifty, thanks to Abrar Ahmed's caught and bowled. New Zealand's unbeaten streak in the tri-nation series is a reflection of the strength and resilience of their team.
Pakistan had batted first earlier and had managed to score 242 runs before being bowled out in 49.3 overs. Agha Salman (45) and Mohammad Rizwan (46) were the top scorers for the team, trying to mount a comeback after Pakistan had lost initial wickets. Will O'Rourke was the best bowler for New Zealand, having taken four wickets for 43 runs in 9.3 overs.
New Zealand's win of the tri-nation series is a major feat, and the team will be hoping to take this momentum with them in their next matches. Pakistan, however, will have to rebuild and address their frailties to return stronger in their next series.
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