Shaheen Afridi Drops Tom Latham, DRS Decision Costs Pakistan Ahead of Champions Trophy 2025
Pakistan’s unpredictable cricketing nature was on full display in the Tri-Nation Series Final against New Zealand, just days ahead of the Champions Trophy 2025. From missing a crucial DRS call to dropping a sitter, the Men in Green made several costly errors as New Zealand secured a comfortable victory.
📌 Pakistan’s Two Big Blunders:
1️⃣ DRS Shock – Abrar Ahmed trapped Tom Latham LBW, but Pakistan chose not to review. Hawk-eye confirmed the ball would’ve hit the stumps—a wasted opportunity.
2️⃣ Dropped Catch – A few overs later, Shaheen Afridi had a chance to dismiss Latham again, but he failed to hold onto an easy return catch when Latham was on 15.
Latham capitalized on these mistakes, scoring a crucial 56 runs before getting dismissed, helping New Zealand cruise to a five-wicket win.
Pakistan never fail to entertain! 😅
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🏏 Tri-Nation Series Final: How New Zealand Beat Pakistan
✔ New Zealand’s chase: Tom Latham (56), Daryl Mitchell (57), Devon Conway (48), and Kane Williamson (34) ensured a dominant victory.
✔ Pakistan’s total: Set 242 runs, with Mohammad Rizwan & Salman Ali Agha rescuing the innings. Late cameos from Tayyab Tahir, Faheem Ashraf, and Naseem Shah added some respectability.
Despite Pakistan’s rollercoaster tournament, their fielding lapses and decision-making errors cost them in the final.
⚔️ Rematch on the Cards – Champions Trophy 2025 Opener!
Pakistan and New Zealand will clash again in the opening match of the Champions Trophy 2025 on February 19. Can Pakistan redeem themselves, or will New Zealand continue their dominance?
Stay tuned for all the latest updates!
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