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Astle’s 119 leads New Zealand to a series-clinching chase in Dunedin
Nathan Astle and Stephen Fleming put on 193 for the first wicket as New Zealand beat Pakistan by four wickets to win the ODI series 3–2.
2001-02-28 · Dunedin
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New Zealand won its one-day series against Pakistan 3–2 after a four-wicket victory at Carisbrook in Dunedin on 28 February 2001. Chasing 286, the home side reached 290 for six in 48.1 overs. Nathan Astle led the response with 119 from 116 balls, including 21 fours, and received the Player of the Match award.
Details
Astle and Stephen Fleming put on 193 for the first wicket before Fleming was dismissed for 60. Pakistan fought back as Waqar Younis collected three wickets, and New Zealand slipped from 251 for three to 252 for six. Chris Harris and Jacob Oram then added an unbeaten 38 to complete the chase with eleven balls remaining.
Context
Pakistan had made 285 in 49.3 overs after choosing to bat. Yousuf Youhana scored 68, Shahid Afridi 65 and Abdul Razzaq 41, while Moin Khan added 36 from 20 balls. Craig McMillan took three for 20 and helped restrict the late scoring. New Zealand’s successful reply settled a series that had been level at 2–2.
Period by period
| Runs / wickets (overs notation) | New Zealand | Pakistan |
|---|---|---|
| Final | 290/6 (48.1 overs) | 285 all out (49.3 overs) |
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