Sports desk , Edited By: Satyam Dubey , Updated on: 28 Dec 2022, 08:39:59 PM
Pakistan vs New Zealand Test (Photo Credits: File Photo)
new Delhi:
The first match of the two-Test series between Pakistan and New Zealand is being played at the National Stadium, Karachi. The third day of the first match was played on Wednesday. There is a close fight between the two teams. Because Pakistan managed to score a big score of 438 runs in the first innings batting. In response, New Zealand scored 440 for the loss of 6 wickets and took a lead of two runs in the first innings. On the third day of the match, something happened on the field, which surprised the fans. Let’s know what is the whole matter.
Actually, on Wednesday, on the third day of the match, Pakistan captain Babar Azam went out of the field due to viral flu. Mohammad Rizwan came to fielding in place of Babar Azam. In the absence of Babar Azam, Sarfaraz Ahmed was made the stand-in captain. But when it came to a decision on the field, Mohammad Rizwan came forward and Sarfaraz Ahmed kept watching. Seeing the condition of these two players on the field, the fans got confused as to who is doing the captaincy.
Also read: IPL 2023: Players of this country got the most money, know the status of Indian players
According to the report of ESPNcricinfo, it was informed by the Pakistani team management that Mohammad Rizwan will be the acting captain in the presence of Babar Azam. But Sarfaraz Ahmed will have the right to take DRS. According to the ICC rules, when another player comes to field as a replacement for a player, then that player cannot bowl, along with this he will not be able to fulfill the responsibility as a captain. Can do wicketkeeping with the consent of the umpire.
Also read: IND vs SL: This player once fought with Kohli, now got a big responsibility in India
Talking about the match, New Zealand captain Kane Williamson is standing at the crease after scoring 105 runs in 222 balls. During this, 11 fours came out of his bat. Apart from Williamson, Tom Latham played an inning of 113 runs in 191 balls. 10 fours came out of Tom Latham’s bat. Devon Conway, the second opener, also played a half-century innings of 92 runs. Daryl Mitchell scored 42 runs in the middle order and Tom Blundell scored 47 runs.
related article
First Published : 28 Dec 2022, 08:39:59 PM
For all the Latest Sports News, Cricket News, Download News Nation Android and iOS Mobile Apps.
For More information on Sports News update to our 6TV News website.