Despite winning the toss and opting to bowl, Pakistan’s bowling performance seemed to lose its edge as they struggled to find the right lines and lengths. While Mohammad Wasim and Zaman Khan delivered notable spells, the duo of Shaheen Afridi and Haris Rauf faced the brunt of Finn Allen and Tim Seifert’s aggressive batting after the early dismissal of Devon Conway. The late breakthroughs, dismissing Daryl Mitchell, Mark Chapman, and Mitchell Santner provided some relief for Pakistan, but the damage had already been done. As they prepare to chase, Pakistan’s powerful batting lineup, yet to find its rhythm in the series will be eager to turn the tide in this crucial match.