After more than an hour-long rain break, Pakistan are handed a revised target of 342 in 41 overs (DLS) to win in Bengaluru.
Fakhar Zaman played a remarkable innings, scoring a sensational century off just 63 balls, leading Pakistan's charge. His century is the fastest by a Pakistan batter in World Cups.
With the race to top-four getting more and more intense with every passing day, a ton from Rachin Ravindra has added more drama as fourth-placed New Zealand posted 401/6 in 50 overs vs Pakistan
The all-rounder built a strong partnership captain Kane Williamson. Ravindra got his ton in the 34th over, also becoming the first batter to get 3 tons in his debut World Cup.
New Zealand have four wins and three defeats, the latest being a massive 190-run loss against South Africa, which has put serious doubts over their capabilities.
On the other hand, Pakistan revived their campaign with a much-needed seven-wicket victory against already-eliminated Bangladesh. The result saw Pakistan take their points tally to six.
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A defeat against New Zealand will put an end to Pakistan's semifinal hopes in India. Meanwhile, a win will see them maintain their chances of making it to the knockouts.
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