Pakistan Defeats New Zealand with Nawaz's Unbelievable Century Still Keeping T20I Series Going

 In a stunning 3rd T20I, Pakistan thrashed New Zealand by 9 wickets as opener Hasan Nawaz scored a dazzling century making the series wide open for both teams to win.

Pakistan comes back T20I series vs New Zealand with a banger 9-wicket win chasing down 205 runs mark to win the match in Auckland. The climax of the battle was designated for opener Hasan Nawaz's unbeaten century that single-handedly dampened New Zealand's hopes for winning the series.

Hassan Nawaz of Pakistan plays a shot during his century against New Zealand at Eden Park[Dave Rowland/Getty Images]            

Nawaz's struggle at the beginning of his international career was rough. He performed poorly in his first two matches, scoring ducks but in explosive fashion on Friday, he hit 105* off 44 balls making it the fastest centuary by any Pakistani.

Nawaz's Century Propels Pakistan to Victory

Pakistan won the match by an innings and 158 runs, set up by Nawaz’s outstanding performance as he scored 104 of his side’s 207 runs, and took their overall score to 207 in just 16 overs. This both helped Pakistan win the matxh and boosted their confidence as they were playing a must win game after woh lost in Christchurch and Dunedin.