Pakistan’s Dominant Win | Shoaib Akhtar’s Fiery 5/19 Destroys New Zealand | Auckland 2001 Highlights

Cricket

Year2025

Duration23m

Watch Now

7.9

Pakistan crushed New Zealand by six wickets in the Auckland ODI of the 2001 series, thanks to a devastating spell from Shoaib Akhtar. Returning from injury, the Rawalpindi Express tore through the Kiwi batting lineup, taking 5/19—including four bowled—his best ODI figures at the time. New Zealand recovered from an early collapse but crumbled again, setting Pakistan a modest 150-run target. Inzamam-ul-Haq and Yousuf Youhana ensured a comfortable chase despite Daniel Vettori’s tight bowling. The match also marked Imran Farhat’s international debut and Waqar Younis’s 200th ODI appearance. 📌 Key Moments: ✅ Shoaib Akhtar’s fiery 5/19 – four bowled! ✅ Jeffery Parore dismissed first ball ✅ New Zealand’s dramatic collapse (five wickets for two runs!) ✅ Inzamam & Yousuf steady Pakistan’s chase ✅ Waqar Younis plays his 200th ODI 🔔 Don't forget to Like, Comment & Subscribe for more classic cricket recaps! #PakistanVsNewZealand #MatchHighlights #CricketMax