New Zealand’s wicketkeeper-batsman Tom Latham played a crucial knock, scoring 50 off 61 balls in the 1st match of Group A in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 against Pakistan at the National Stadium, Karachi. His innings provided stability to the New Zealand batting lineup after early wickets fell, ensuring his team stayed on course for a competitive total.
Match Overview
- Match: Pakistan vs New Zealand, 1st Match, Group A
- Venue: National Stadium, Karachi
- Date & Time: February 19, 2025, 02:00 PM Local
- Toss: Pakistan won the toss and elected to bowl
Tom Latham’s Performance
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tom Latham | 52 | 61 | 4 | 0 | 85.25 |
Latham’s fifty came at a time when New Zealand needed a stable partnership after losing wickets at regular intervals. His innings included well-timed boundaries and smart running between the wickets, helping maintain a steady run rate.
Key Highlights of Latham’s Fifty
- Reached 50 off 61 balls with a well-placed shot.
- 27th ODI Fifty of his career.
- 100+ Partnership with Will Young.
- Played spin well, rotating the strike effectively.
- Survived an appeal for caught behind but continued to anchor the innings.
New Zealand’s Current Score
At the time of Latham’s fifty, New Zealand was at 182/3 in 35.5 overs, with a run rate of 5.08. His partnership with Will Young (who scored a century) was instrumental in keeping New Zealand in a strong position.
New Zealand Batting Summary (35.5 Overs)
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s |
| Will Young | 103 | 111 | 11 | 1 |
| Tom Latham | 52 | 61 | 4 | 0 |
| Daryl Mitchell | 10 | 24 | 0 | 0 |
Bowling Analysis (Pakistan)
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
| Haris Rauf | 6.5 | 43 | 1 | 6.10 |
| Abrar Ahmed | 8.0 | 28 | 1 | 3.50 |
| Naseem Shah | 7.0 | 39 | 1 | 5.57 |
New Zealand, having built a strong base, looks to set a competitive total above 250 runs, with more batting firepower still to come. With wickets in hand, Latham’s role in the middle overs proved vital, guiding New Zealand towards a defendable score.
Stay tuned for more updates on the match as New Zealand aims to capitalize on this solid foundation!
