New Zealand's ruthless pace attack carved up Pakistan to deliver a crushing 115-run win in the fourth Twenty20 on Sunday and clinch the five-match series. The home side moved 3-1 ahead after defending 220-6 in Mount Maunganui and then dismissing a ragged Pakistan for just 105 in the 17th over.<o:p></o:p>
Jacob Duffy claimed 4-20 and fellow seamer Zak Foulkes 3-25 as Pakistan suffered their biggest T20 loss by runs against all nations, eclipsing a 95-run defeat against New Zealand in Wellington nine years ago.<o:p></o:p>
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The tourists were reduced to 9-3 after two overs with Duffy bagging two scalps in his first over, both caught by wicketkeeper Mitch Hay. Duffy's first victim was Hasan Nawaz for one, two days after the Pakistan opener blasted a maiden century in game three in Auckland to keep the series alive.<o:p></o:p>
Teetering at 56-8, Pakistan's innings had some credibility restored thanks to 44 off 30 balls from all-rounder Abdul Samad.<o:p></o:p>
The only other batsman to score in double figures was Irfan Khan with 24.<o:p></o:p>
Pakistan captain Salman Agha said New Zealand's bowlers exploited some helpful conditions under lights.<o:p></o:p>
"They bowled really well and they outplayed us," Salman said. "I mean, the ball talked. It was swinging and it was turning as well. But we are international cricketers, so we have to adapt that and we have to be better.<o:p></o:p>
"We need to regroup and we need to win the last game."<o:p></o:p>
It was New Zealand's second biggest T20 win by runs, nearly surpassing their 119-run drubbing of the West Indies in 2018 at the same Bay Oval venue.<o:p></o:p>
Earlier, Finn Allen raced to 50 off just 20 balls, putting on 59 for New Zealand's opening stand with Tim Seifert, whose 44 took 22 deliveries.<o:p></o:p>
Seifert was the first of three batsmen dismissed by seamer Haris Rauf, who claimed 3-27.<o:p></o:p>
Allen struck six fours and three sixes while captain Michael Bracewell was nearly as effective at the death, blasting 46 not out off 26 balls.<o:p></o:p>
Bracewell was delighted with his team's all-round response to the loss at Auckland.<o:p></o:p>
"Bouncing back only a day or so after the performance at Eden Park was outstanding," he said. "It shows the benefit of those guys batting so well at the top, they got us well ahead of the game.<o:p></o:p>
"All the seamers bowled brilliantly tonight. It's nice when you give bowlers a go, like Zak Foulkes coming into the match. Three wickets for him was a brilliant performance."<o:p></o:p>
Game five is in Wellington on Wednesday.
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Cricket, Sports: Days after completing a brilliant run chase against New Zealand in Auckland, Pakistan succumbed to their biggest loss by runs in the 4th T20I.

New Zealand's ruthless pace attack carved up Pakistan to deliver a crushing 115-run win in the fourth Twenty20 on Sunday and clinch the five-match series. The home side moved 3-1 ahead after defending 220-6 in Mount Maunganui and then dismissing a ragged Pakistan for just 105 in the 17th over. Jacob Duffy claimed 4-20 and fellow seamer Zak Foulkes 3-25 as Pakistan suffered their biggest T20 loss by runs against all nations, eclipsing a 95-run defeat against New Zealand in Wellington nine years ago. Also read | Guwahati to host its first-ever Test and World Cup matches in 2025: BCCI The tourists were reduced to 9-3 after two overs with Duffy bagging two scalps in his first over, both caught by wicketkeeper Mitch Hay. Duffy's first victim was Hasan Nawaz for one, two days after the Pakistan opener blasted a maiden century in game three in Auckland to keep the series alive. Teetering at 56-8, Pakistan's innings had some credibility restored thanks to 44 off 30 balls from all-rounder Abdul Samad. The only other batsman to score in double figures was Irfan Khan with 24. Pakistan captain Salman Agha said New Zealand's bowlers exploited some helpful conditions under lights. "They bowled really well and they outplayed us," Salman said. "I mean, the ball talked. It was swinging and it was turning as well. But we are international cricketers, so we have to adapt that and we have to be better. "We need to regroup and we need to win the last game." It was New Zealand's second biggest T20 win by runs, nearly surpassing their 119-run drubbing of the West Indies in 2018 at the same Bay Oval venue. Earlier, Finn Allen raced to 50 off just 20 balls, putting on 59 for New Zealand's opening stand with Tim Seifert, whose 44 took 22 deliveries. Seifert was the first of three batsmen dismissed by seamer Haris Rauf, who claimed 3-27. Allen struck six fours and three sixes while captain Michael Bracewell was nearly as effective at the death, blasting 46 not out off 26 balls. Bracewell was delighted with his team's all-round response to the loss at Auckland. "Bouncing back only a day or so after the performance at Eden Park was outstanding," he said. "It shows the benefit of those guys batting so well at the top, they got us well ahead of the game. "All the seamers bowled brilliantly tonight. It's nice when you give bowlers a go, like Zak Foulkes coming into the match. Three wickets for him was a brilliant performance." Game five is in Wellington on Wednesday. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

New Zealand hand Pakistan their biggest defeat by runs in 4th T20I, seal series

Bowlers maintained their cool as India beat Australia by 20 runs to win the 4th T20I in Raipur, taking the five-match series home. Axar Patel starred with the ball, returning with figures of three for 16, while seamers also contributed by showing composure and picking wickets at the right time. With one match left, India lead the series 3-1.

Australia won the toss and elected to field first, with both teams making several changes for the fourth match of the series. India got off to a flyer, thanks to Yashasvi Jaiswal, who looked in ominous touch. Although he got out inside the Powerplay, young Yashasvi hit 37 off 28, with six fours and one six.&nbsp;

Two wickets fell quickly soon after, including that of captain Suryakumar Yadav on a rare single-digit (1).&nbsp;

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Ruturaj and Rinku Singh held the innings together, adding 48 runs for the fourth wicket. Following Gaikwad's wicket, Rinku and newcomer Jitesh Sharma upped the ante with handsome stroke play, smashing each bowler to all parts of the ground.

Though wickets fell in clusters in the end, India managed to post a relatively under-par total of 174 for nine.

<h2>Bowlers strike gold in Raipur</h2>

Australia began similarly, with World Cup final hero Travis Head going berserk. However, both openers were sent packing inside the Powerplay, as India managed to put a brake on the accelerating Aussie innings.&nbsp;

Ben McDermott, Tim David and Matthew Short tried to put India on the mat by playing aggressively, but Axar Patel's timely strikes kept India's nose in front. Two wickets to returning Deepak Chahar later in the innings had India in the driver's seat.&nbsp;

Captain Matthew Wade failed to replicate his magic, as Australia fell shy of the total by 20 runs.&nbsp;

A composed spell by Mukesh Kumar and Avesh Khan in the end overs ensured India crossed the line and won the match and series.&nbsp;

Bengaluru will host the final match of the series on Sunday (Dec 3).

Bowlers maintained their cool as India beat Australia by 20 runs to win the 4th T20I in Raipur, taking the five-match series home. Axar Patel starred with the ball, returning with figures of three for 16, while seamers also contributed by showing composure and picking wickets at the right time.

Bowlers maintained their cool as India beat Australia by 20 runs to win the 4th T20I in Raipur, taking the five-match series home. Axar Patel starred with the ball, returning with figures of three for 16, while seamers also contributed by showing composure and picking wickets at the right time. With one match left, India lead the series 3-1. Australia won the toss and elected to field first, with both teams making several changes for the fourth match of the series. India got off to a flyer, thanks to Yashasvi Jaiswal, who looked in ominous touch. Although he got out inside the Powerplay, young Yashasvi hit 37 off 28, with six fours and one six. Two wickets fell quickly soon after, including that of captain Suryakumar Yadav on a rare single-digit (1). ALSO READ: SA v IND - Kohli will be fired up, South Africa need to be careful: AB de Villiers issues warning Ruturaj and Rinku Singh held the innings together, adding 48 runs for the fourth wicket. Following Gaikwad's wicket, Rinku and newcomer Jitesh Sharma upped the ante with handsome stroke play, smashing each bowler to all parts of the ground. Though wickets fell in clusters in the end, India managed to post a relatively under-par total of 174 for nine. Bowlers strike gold in Raipur Australia began similarly, with World Cup final hero Travis Head going berserk. However, both openers were sent packing inside the Powerplay, as India managed to put a brake on the accelerating Aussie innings. Ben McDermott, Tim David and Matthew Short tried to put India on the mat by playing aggressively, but Axar Patel's timely strikes kept India's nose in front. Two wickets to returning Deepak Chahar later in the innings had India in the driver's seat. Captain Matthew Wade failed to replicate his magic, as Australia fell shy of the total by 20 runs. A composed spell by Mukesh Kumar and Avesh Khan in the end overs ensured India crossed the line and won the match and series. Bengaluru will host the final match of the series on Sunday (Dec 3).

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