A new era for Pakistan white ball cricket got off to a rough start Sunday with a nine wicket loss to New Zealand in the first of five Twenty20 internationals. First time captain Salman Ali Agha led a new look team into the match which followed Pakistan's poor performance at home in the 50-overs Champions Trophy and began its buildup to the 2026 T20 World Cup.

Pakistan are in deep trouble after a crushing loss in the first T20I. Asked to set a target at Hagley Oval, Christchurch, Salman Agha & Co. faltered, managing just 91 runs. New Zealand’s pacers ran riot,

New Zealand vs Pakistan Live Score: That will do! Short, on off, Tim Robinson punches it through covers for a brace. New Zealand beat Pakistan convincingly by 9 wickets! New Zealand vs Pakistan Live Score: New Zealand Finn Allen 29 (17) Tim Robinson 16 (14) Pakistan Mohammad Ali 0/25 (3)