​New Zealand has clinched the five-match T20 series against Pakistan with a dominant performance in the fifth and final match held in Wellington on Wednesday.

Chasing a target of 129 runs, the Black Caps achieved victory in just 10 overs, propelled by a 97-run knock from Tim Seifert.

Earlier, Pakistan’s batting lineup struggled against New Zealand’s bowlers, managing to post 128/9 in their allotted 20 overs. Salman Agha was the standout performer for Pakistan, scoring 51 runs on 39 deliveries. James Neesham, who claimed five wickets, named the Player of the match.

In a disappointing turn of events for Pakistan, eight players from their team failed to reach double figures. This collective batting failure highlighted the gaps in the Pakistani batting lineup.

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With this win, New Zealand secured a 4-1 series victory. Seifert’s remarkable consistency was evident as he finished as the series’ top run-scorer, amassing 249 runs over the five matches at an average of 62.25.

Pakistan Captain Agha Salman said, “We know it’s a young side, focus is Asia cup and World cup. We will give them more games, and when they have experience they will come good.”

He further added that, “I did alright but it doesn’t matter when you lose the series.”

The three-match One-Day International series will begin from Saturday, March 29. Mohammad Rizwan will lead the side, with Babar Azam also back in the squad.