PAK vs NZ [WATCH]: Mohammad Rizwan takes a remarkable catch to dismiss Will Young during 1st ODI of the tri-series

Pakistan got off to a flying start against New Zealand during the inaugural match of the ODI tri-series among Pakistan, New Zealand and South Africa. The match is being played at the iconic Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore and is currently highlighted by the magnificent catch which Mohammad Rizwan took at the back of the stumps which marked the end of Will Young’s brief innings in the very first over of the game.

Mohammad Rizwan takes a screamer to send Will Young back to the pavilion

The incident occurred during the first over of the New Zealand innings as the visitors won the toss and decided to bat first. The skipper handed over Shaheen Afridi the responsibility to strike early and exert pressure on the Blackcaps batting line-up.

Pakistan’s pace sensation did exactly that as he bowled a breathtaking delivery outside off which tempts Young to play it towards the third man area. The ball takes a slight edge off his bat instead and sails behind the stumps only to be grabbed by Rizwan to complete the dismissal.

The dismissal sent early waves of thrill and excitement in the contest as Pakistan managed to put themselves in a commanding position by striking early on in the game. Young was sent back while the team’s total was just 4 runs. The New Zealand opener had earlier placed the previous delivery from Shaheen towards the boundary line.\

Here’s the video 

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Tri-series action commences in Pakistan

Ahead of the Champions Trophy 2025, the ODI tri-series in Pakistan is seen as a major dress rehearsal for the teams to acclimatize to the sub-continent conditions. The series features the renovated venues for the prestigious ICC tournament. The three teams are set to play each other once with the finals to be played at the National Stadium in Karachi on February 14. Following the 50-overs contest between Pakistan and New Zealand, the home side is set to face the South African team on February 12 while the Blackcaps will face the Proteas in an all-visitors clash on February 10.

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